Shankar Shahani
Business Development Manager at Sigma-Byte Computers- Claim this Profile
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Experience
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Sigma-Byte Computers
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India
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Development Manager
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Oct 2016 - Present
∙ Work closely with MEP contractors, Developers, Corporates and SME’s to promote the low current system and IT solutions ∙ Diligently monitor payment schedules corresponding to project completions ensuring a strategic follow up on outstanding payments. ∙ Fostering productive relationships between the client and contractor to support project execution ∙ Working with high profile developers on commercial and residential projects worth AED3-5million ∙ Executed the CCTV installations at 4 pavilions for the EXPO2020 event, securing an overall business worth AED500,000 – 2,000,000 ∙ Collaborate with the Interior design team on project formation ∙ Spearheaded and secured an overseas contract worth $450,000 ∙ Secured a comprehensive IT package valued at AED5,000,000 at Skyview by Emaar. ∙ Manage the annual maintenance contracts for high-profile entities to ensure seamless service ∙ Research and stay abreast with high net worth government tenders in Dubai Show less
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Portofino Real Estate Development L.L.C
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United Arab Emirates
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Office Manager
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Sep 2014 - Oct 2016
• Procured quality material, while finalising sub-contracts and monitoring labour supply agreements. • Liaised with relevant government establishments to supervise the ratification of legal and official documentation. • Promoted and highlighted the company’s reputation and profile by networking with locally well-reputed Real Estate companies in order to increase visibility in the market. • Supported the organisation of extensive exhibitions to promote the company building site and was successful in the sale of apartments via hard work and dedication. Show less
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Beacon Energy Solutions & Technology
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United Arab Emirates
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Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
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Business Development Manager
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Sep 2013 - Aug 2014
• Generated new leads for Beacon Energy Solutions and worked closely with existing clients. • Created special offers for prospects to save on energy bills. • Forged strong working relationships with key contacts (CEO & CFO’s), through expertise in identifying specific needs and delivering appropriate solutions. • Worked on developing a plan to work with the Middle East market for business expansion. • Met with various industries and proposed guaranteed energy savings. • Worked closely with the team to overcome business obstacles. Show less
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Hydroseal Canada
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United States
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Plastics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Client Services Manager
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Jan 2012 - Aug 2013
• Managed buyer profiles in the United Arab Emirates and regional markets (Bahrain and Africa). • Maintained distributor relationships and key industry contacts to improve sales. • Created sales strategy for a 6-member sales team that resulted in increased team performance. • Conducted regular follow-ups with clients and worked with the sales team to ensure timely payment collection. • Generated business leads and directed the sales team to regional accounts in the industry. • Forged strong working relationships with key accounts through expertise in identifying specific needs and delivering appropriate programs and services. • Worked on developing a plan to work with the Nigerian market for new export sales. Show less
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NETGEAR
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United States
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Computer Networking Products
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700 & Above Employee
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Business Consultant
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May 2005 - Dec 2011
• Managed a wide portfolio of local vendors in Kuwait. • Increased sales volumes by 20% for three consecutive years. • Increased understanding of the various networking options to propose customized optimal solutions to customers based on their requirements. • Assisted in training representatives on new software. • Provided extensive support to the sales team to drive sales of hardware products. • Participated in analysing competitors and customers to plan development of product portfolio. Show less
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ritz travel & tourism
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Airlines and Aviation
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1 - 100 Employee
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Corporate Sales
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Apr 2003 - Mar 2005
• Serviced a major vertical market segment of private banks and major corporations • Analysed and prepared requests for customers’ travel itineraries. • Established and maintained strong relationships between the client and company. • Developed, prepared and promoted presentation materials for international conferences. • Serviced a major vertical market segment of private banks and major corporations • Analysed and prepared requests for customers’ travel itineraries. • Established and maintained strong relationships between the client and company. • Developed, prepared and promoted presentation materials for international conferences.
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LUFTHANSA (GERMAN AIRLINES)
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Oman
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Airlines and Aviation
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sr. Sales Executive
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Nov 1998 - Feb 2003
• Interacted and serviced Banks in Bahrain and high net-worth customers. • Tracked and handled all the aspects of Pre- and Post-Sales services. • Increased sales of "Miles & More" Frequent Flyer program by 10% • Responsible of all travel agents in Bahrain ensuring consistency of marketing materials • Attended Lufthansa’s Client Service seminars in Germany. • Organized Lufthansa Seminars in Bahrain for Travel Agents • Interacted and serviced Banks in Bahrain and high net-worth customers. • Tracked and handled all the aspects of Pre- and Post-Sales services. • Increased sales of "Miles & More" Frequent Flyer program by 10% • Responsible of all travel agents in Bahrain ensuring consistency of marketing materials • Attended Lufthansa’s Client Service seminars in Germany. • Organized Lufthansa Seminars in Bahrain for Travel Agents
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Al- Bader Travel & Tourism
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Kingdom Of Bahrain
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Sr Sales Consultant
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Aug 1995 - Oct 1998
• Serviced major vertical market segment of private banks and major corporations • Prepared requests for customers’ travel itineraries • Established and maintained strong relationships between the client and company • Developed and promoted presentation materials for an international conference • Serviced major vertical market segment of private banks and major corporations • Prepared requests for customers’ travel itineraries • Established and maintained strong relationships between the client and company • Developed and promoted presentation materials for an international conference
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Education
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Bahrain School