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Education
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Vishnu prasad Padmanabhan

Vishnu prasad Padmanabhan

Business Development Manager
Stratford upon Avon,UK

Summary

Highly motivated and experienced Business Development Manager with 4.4 years of proven success in driving growth and fostering strategic partnerships, now eager to transition into an Energy Business Development Manager role. During my master's studies, I conducted comprehensive research on British Petroleum's innovation strategy within the energy industry, gaining valuable insights into this dynamic sector. Certified in Agile Project Management, I bring a unique blend of academic knowledge and practical expertise to the table. With a solid track record in managing complex projects, coupled with my research background, I am well-equipped to contribute effectively to business expansion and success within the energy field.

Work History

Front office Administrative

Tokyo Industries
York, UK
08.2023 - 09.2023
  • Greeted 13 incoming customers every day in professional manner and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance
  • Assisted administrative staff with special projects using file management skills
  • Monitored office supplies inventory, promptly reordering low-stock items to prevent workflow disruptions
  • Prevented overspending by constantly monitoring budgets and payroll records.

Business Development Manager

Reliance SMSL Limited
Chennai, India
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Established and nurtured key decision-maker relationships, fostering robust partnerships for business expansion
  • Orchestrated cross-functional collaboration involving 10 teams and 200 employees, consistently delivering services that exceeded customer expectations
  • Successfully acquired 40,000 new customers annually, contributing significantly to a £35 million revenue increase
  • Played a pivotal role in influencing critical decision-making processes, earning the trust of stakeholders at all levels
  • Applied advanced stakeholder management expertise, serving as the primary interface between the business and clients, ensuring optimal project outcomes
  • Actively engaged in B2B and B2C interactions to gain insights into client needs.

Assistant Business Development Manager

Reliance SMSL limited
Chennai, India
06.2020 - 05.2022
  • Conducted detailed market analysis to expand the business and enhance profitability.
  • Collaborated on establishing SOPs and governance models for various aspects, including customer acquisition, network solutions, and digitization projects.
  • Supported the creation of matrixed teams, fostering a high-performing team culture.
  • Contributed to performance gap analysis, achieving market contribution goals.
  • Coordinated events to enhance the visibility of the enterprise team.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to streamline business processes.
  • Ensured business continuity during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Oversaw training of 600+ employees across multiple functions.

Business Development Executive

Reliance SMSL limited
Chennai, India
06.2018 - 05.2020
  • Conducted comprehensive market research to identify clients, trends, and growth opportunities.
  • Led lead generation through various channels, including cold calling, email marketing, networking, and social media.
  • Strategically pitched products, emphasizing benefits to engage clients.
  • Built and nurtured client relationships, ensuring their needs were met.
  • Prepared compelling sales presentations and negotiated favourable terms.
  • Identified new markets and adapted to industry trends.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally for seamless client onboarding.
  • Maintained meticulous sales records, gathered client feedback, and set ambitious sales targets.
  • Stayed informed about industry trends, and regulations, and pursued continuous learning.
  • Conducted business ethically and educated clients on product benefits.

Education

MSC - International Business & Strategic Management

University of York
UK
09.2022 -

Level 5 Diploma - Applied Finance

London Institute of Banking and Finance
UK
05.2022 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Business Economics

Madras University
India
01.2015 - 05.2018

Skills

  • Business Development Management
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Budgeting and Resource Allocation
  • Project procurement management
  • Communication and Presentation
  • Market Analysis & Research
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Project Management
  • Project coordination
  • Time management
  • Risk Management
  • Project scheduling
  • Strategic Planning
  • Team Leadership

Certification

  • Agile Project Management with Microsoft Project (2020) by PMI.
  • Project Network Certification in Jira Software by Coursera.
  • Project Procurement Management by PMI & NASBA.
  • Project Management Virtual Experience Program Certification by Accenture.
  • Microsoft Project by PMI.
  • IAB Digital Marketing and Media Foundations Certification by Google.
  • MS Office, Tally ERP, Advance Tally & Cloud Accounting Software.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

HybridRemoteOn-Site

Important To Me

Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursTeam Building / Company RetreatsWork from home optionStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingPersonal development programs

Interests

Sports & Games

Learning something New

Reading Books

Upskill myself

Timeline

Front office Administrative

Tokyo Industries
08.2023 - 09.2023

MSC - International Business & Strategic Management

University of York
09.2022 -

Business Development Manager

Reliance SMSL Limited
06.2022 - 09.2022

Level 5 Diploma - Applied Finance

London Institute of Banking and Finance
05.2022 - 06.2022

Assistant Business Development Manager

Reliance SMSL limited
06.2020 - 05.2022

Business Development Executive

Reliance SMSL limited
06.2018 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Business Economics

Madras University
01.2015 - 05.2018
  • Agile Project Management with Microsoft Project (2020) by PMI.
  • Project Network Certification in Jira Software by Coursera.
  • Project Procurement Management by PMI & NASBA.
  • Project Management Virtual Experience Program Certification by Accenture.
  • Microsoft Project by PMI.
  • IAB Digital Marketing and Media Foundations Certification by Google.
  • MS Office, Tally ERP, Advance Tally & Cloud Accounting Software.
Vishnu prasad PadmanabhanBusiness Development Manager