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Nikhil Vasudeva

Jalandhar

Summary

Dynamic and adaptable Business Development & Sales professional with over 10 years of experience across Indian and international markets, including current leadership role in Mauritius. Proven expertise in establishing operations in new territories, building profitable B2B partnerships, and driving growth in competitive, resource-constrained environments. Known for strategic market insight, cross-cultural collaboration, and hands-on execution. Now seeking a challenging international opportunity to leverage global experience and entrepreneurial drive in expanding business footprints.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Manager

Cresta Paints
05.2023 - Current
  • - Set up and scaled operations in a new international geography, navigating regulatory, market, and logistical challenges independently.
  • - Developed and executed B2B strategies targeting contractors, architects, and project developers across Mauritius.
  • - Identified market gaps vs. global competitors and proposed product localization strategies for market alignment.
  • - Represented the company in direct negotiations with African and Indian Ocean region prospects to explore expansion beyond Mauritius.
  • - Collaborated with local distributors and government bodies to seek regulatory approvals for export initiatives.
  • - Acted as the face of the company in Mauritius, independently handling marketing, sales, and client relationships in the absence of a structured local team.

Key Accounts Sales Manager

Akzonobel India Limited
06.2021 - 05.2023
  • - Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling and solution-based approach.
  • - Built trusted partnerships with key strategic clients and contributed to monthly and annual forecasting.
  • - Delivered strategic plans aligned with long-term customer goals and organizational growth targets.

Senior Sales Officer

Kansai Nerolac Paints Limited
02.2019 - 05.2021
  • - Managed business development and territory sales operations.
  • - Exceeded revenue targets, provided client servicing for dealers and project clients.
  • - Selected for the company's prestigious Leap Year Programme within 9 months of joining.

Marketing Executive

Ambuja Cements
07.2017 - 01.2019
  • - Delivered business development outcomes and ranked third-best sales performer in the region.
  • - Initiated branding strategies that increased traffic and customer conversions.

Sales Engineer

Rockwell Automation
06.2013 - 06.2015
  • - Oversaw industrial sales and energy management solutions for key clients like Mankind, Metro Tyres, Pepsi, Hero Cycles, etc.
  • - Hosted a B2B client event converting 18 new clients and increasing regional sales by 8%.

Education

MBA -

APJ Institute of Management & Technical Campus
01.2017

B.Tech - Electronics & Communication

I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University
01.2013

High School Diploma - undefined

B.S.F. School
01.2010

Skills

  • CRM & Salesforce
  • MS Excel & Reporting
  • B2B Sales
  • Market Entry & Expansion
  • Cross-border Sales
  • Forecasting
  • Communication

Websites

Languages

English
Hindi
Punjabi

Timeline

Business Development Manager

Cresta Paints
05.2023 - Current

Key Accounts Sales Manager

Akzonobel India Limited
06.2021 - 05.2023

Senior Sales Officer

Kansai Nerolac Paints Limited
02.2019 - 05.2021

Marketing Executive

Ambuja Cements
07.2017 - 01.2019

Sales Engineer

Rockwell Automation
06.2013 - 06.2015

B.Tech - Electronics & Communication

I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University

High School Diploma - undefined

B.S.F. School

MBA -

APJ Institute of Management & Technical Campus

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