Samuel S

Business Development Manager

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India9 yrs 1 mo experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Proven record of scaling B2B & B2C categories.
  • Expert in driving operational excellence in agritech.
  • Strong analytical mindset for actionable growth strategies.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a growth-driven leader in the agritech and retail sectors.

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Skills

Core Skills

Category ManagementProject ManagementSales & Business DevelopmentStrategic PlanningProcurementSales ManagementTeam LeadershipCustomer Experience

Other Skills

Business Model DevelopmentBusiness StrategyCategory PerformanceClient ManagementCost OptimisationCustomer LoyaltyCustomer RetentionCustomer ServiceField ExecutionsLogistics ManagementMarket ResearchNegotiationOperational StrategiesOperations ManagementPricing Strategy

About

I’m a growth-driven business leader with 9+ years of experience building and scaling high-impact operations across India’s agritech, fresh-produce, retail, and supply-chain ecosystems. My journey has been about one thing — turning ground-level execution into sustainable, scalable business outcomes. Over the years, I’ve led cross-functional mandates spanning Sales, Category Management, Project Execution, and Strategic Partnerships, working with farmers, retailers, and modern trade partners to bridge the gap between farm-to-fork efficiently and profitably. 💼 What I Bring to the Table 1)Sales & Category Growth: Proven record of scaling B2B & B2C categories, driving revenue growth, and improving margins across fresh-produce and FMCG portfolios. 2)Project & Operations Leadership: Skilled in executing large-scale process improvement projects—optimizing supply chain flow, cost efficiency, and delivery excellence. 3)Business Strategy: Strong analytical mindset for pricing, assortment, and demand planning that converts data into actionable growth strategies. 4)Team Leadership: Passionate about mentoring diverse teams and fostering ownership, accountability, and innovation across all functions. 5)Agri Ecosystem Expertise: Deep understanding of farm procurement, mandi dynamics, F&V logistics, and category behaviour across southern India markets. 🚀 My Core Philosophy In every role—whether sales, project, or category—my goal is to build profitable, scalable systems that create value for all stakeholders: farmers, retailers, and consumers alike. I thrive where strategy meets execution—translating insights from the ground into results that move the business forward. 🌍 Open To Category Management Sales & Business Development Operations / Project Management Strategic Partnerships / Expansion Roles Currently based in Bengaluru, open to national leadership opportunities in the agritech, retail, or FMCG ecosystem.E-Commerce,Quick-Commerce

Experience

Wheelocity

Senior manager -Category

Feb 2025Aug 2025 · 6 mos · Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India

  • "Thrilled to embark on my new role as Senior Manager -Category This opportunity allows me to focus on Category Performance ,Reducing inefficiencies and Driving Profitable Growth , and operational excellence , Solving complex challenges by improving Profitability and ensuring sustainable Business Growth,
  • making a difference in the industry,
  • Launched new business vertical bazaar from the scratch , piloted business & scaled up-to 4lakhs daily revenue in a short span ,
  • Heading the overall procurement for bazaar, along with category margins major focus on buying efficiency , pricing , cost optimisation, field executions , sku identification,
  • Launched a pilot-to-scale framework to identify high -performing skus in rural market,
  • Solved the forecasting logic for bazaar category
  • Conducted a product training to all cluster managers & ground team to help them understand more about our products , sales pitch & product handling methods ,
  • Solved rural sku gap between rural & urban markets pricing strategy
Category PerformanceProcurementCost OptimisationSKU IdentificationField ExecutionsCategory Management+1

Career break

Career transition

Aug 2024Jan 2025 · 5 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

  • After all the busy days that turned into years, took an small break to refresh and restart. A little upskilling, a lot of much needed time with family and more clarity on life .!!!
  • I am now ready to devote my time to my career and I'm looking forward to a new challenge'.

Ninjacart

7 roles

Senior Manager -Buy now pay later & Trade finance

Promoted

Oct 2021Jul 2024 · 2 yrs 9 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • Provided organisational leadership and established business vision to achieve sales, profit and revenue goals.
  • Generated revenue approx 5 cr a month by building new business model to company
  • visited multiple south markets & research on developing business model
  • launched business in Tier1 & Tier2 cities by expanding business
  • Analysed strategic, core and support processes to recommend improvements.
  • Provided leadership to develop business plans and promote organisational vision.
  • Implemented operational strategies to build customer loyalty and retention.
  • Streamlined operations to consistently deliver on targets.
  • Monitored sales team performance and provided training to help reach targets.
  • Increased profitability by developing pipelines utilising multiple marketing channels and sales strategies.
  • Conducted interviews and hired ideal candidates to complement workforce.
  • Built new business partnerships to drive customer acquisition and generate revenue.
Sales LeadershipRevenue GenerationBusiness Model DevelopmentCustomer LoyaltyOperational StrategiesSales & Business Development+1

Regional Market head -Infinity project

Mar 2021Oct 2021 · 7 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • Managed client expectations with professional, considered approach to projects.
  • planning new city launch by handling current city growth
  • tapped critical markets & generated revenue
  • Identified future capacity and capability needs for successful project planning.
  • Delivered presentations and briefings to senior teams and incorporated changes into project workflows.
  • Outlined and executed strategic risk avoidance and mitigation plans to keep projects aligned with objectives.
  • Enforced set quality standards to deliver key objectives and project KPIs.
  • Utilised in-depth knowledge of client contracts to define project scope, objectives and delivery.
  • Developed and monitored implementation strategies by creating project schedules and work plans.
Client ManagementProject PlanningRisk ManagementQuality StandardsProject ManagementStrategic Planning

Category Manager

Aug 2020Mar 2021 · 7 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • Maintained up-to-date and detailed knowledge of market developments in procurement category, influencing supply market to deliver business requirements.
  • Contributed to and implemented company procurement strategy for specific category.
  • Conducted market research and analysis to provide insights into how to increase competitiveness of products.
  • Calculated and set selling pricing, considering sales platform, competitor research and category strategy.
  • Used market intelligence and management information to develop and implement category plans and strategies.
  • Negotiated purchase prices at distribution and manufacturer levels to increase profit margins.
  • Managed demand while delivering savings, service improvements and strategic procurement objectives.
  • Monitored product availability and product shortages daily to maintain appropriate stock levels.
  • Forecasted budgets and planned procurement activity to meet wider organisational needs.
  • Evaluated supplier quotations and conducted comparisons to leverage and deliver on budgets.
  • Built strong relationships with suppliers to optimise performance and guarantee contract deliverables.
  • Resolved quality-related issues promptly, supporting swift corrective and preventative actions.
Market ResearchPricing StrategySupplier ManagementNegotiationProcurementCategory Management

Senior Area Sales Manager

Feb 2019Aug 2020 · 1 yr 6 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • Created strategic sales plans, designed to increase sales, customer loyalty and market awareness.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Forecasted product sales and achieved quarterly and annual sales objectives.
  • Generated monthly and annual sales reports to determine growth and areas requiring improvement.
  • Monitored sales team performance and provided training to help reach targets.
  • Profiled, targeted and prospected territory within and beyond existing customer base to expand reach and revenue.
  • Boosted team morale and overall sales volume by creating incentivising sales contests.
  • Educated customers on available processes and services to increase sales.
  • Resolved complaints by exchanging merchandise, refunding money and adjusting bills to achieve customer retention.
  • Educated customers on available processes and services.
  • Increased profitability by developing pipelines utilising multiple marketing channels and sales strategies.
  • Conducted interviews and hired ideal candidates to complement workforce.
  • Exceeded specific team goals and resolved issues, partnering with upper management team to share and implement continuous improvements.
  • Reduced process gaps by effectively training new hires on best practices and protocols.
  • Delivered training programmes within allocated timeframes.
  • Retained existing customers and substantially grew customer base, product line and sales volume.
  • Planned and executed promotional in store events to increase business and sales revenues.
Sales StrategyCustomer LoyaltyTeam Performance ManagementSales ManagementTeam Leadership

Project Manager

Apr 2018Feb 2019 · 10 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • Identified future capacity and capability needs for successful project planning.
  • Delivered presentations and briefings to senior teams and incorporated changes into project workflows.
  • Built collaborative working relationships with project teams.
  • Reviewed performance against targets, appropriately identifying and managing risks and opportunities.
  • Managed client expectations with professional, considered approach to projects.
  • Reported project status and financial updates to stakeholders and collected feedback.
  • Led and motivated project team to meet and exceed project KPIs.
  • Developed and monitored implementation strategies by creating project schedules and work plans.
  • Enforced set quality standards to deliver key objectives and project KPIs.
  • Identified and solved complex strategy problems impacting management and business direction.
  • Planned and led training programmes on staff development.
  • Recruited, hired and provided training for new trainers to complement workforce.
  • Engaged in ongoing training to broaden knowledge, acquire more skills and improve performance.
Project PlanningClient ManagementRisk ManagementProject ManagementTeam Leadership

Senior Manager

Promoted

May 2016Jul 2024 · 8 yrs 2 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Executive

May 2016Apr 2018 · 1 yr 11 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • Negotiated with contractors and vendors to provide cost friendly contracts.
  • Established professional relationships with business partners, shareholders and authorities to develop trust, rapport and reliability.
  • Formulated business plans to maximise growth and lower costs for company.
  • Developed business strategies to establish short and long-term goals for company.
  • Delivered high level of service to customers in effort to build upon future relationships.
  • Elevated customer satisfaction ratings by providing speedy resolutions.
  • Exceeded team goals by partnering with staff to share and implement customer service initiatives.
  • Completed daily billing, collections and reporting duties.
  • Served as main point of contact for outside vendors, connecting with relevant personnel or department.
  • Coordinated communications between various departments to schedule meetings and keep company informed on critical matters.
  • Managed customer relationships through consultative sales techniques to attain individual sales goals.
  • Selected, trained and performance-managed staff to handle high workload with ambitious targets.
  • Created fresh, engaging and compelling copy for marketing and promotions.
  • Optimised sales methods to best acquire, develop and retain customers.
  • Implemented seasonal and special discounts, driving customer engagement through promotions.
NegotiationCustomer ServiceBusiness StrategyCustomer ExperienceSales Management

Education

Singhania University

Master of Business Administration - MBA

Jan 2021Aug 2023

GITAM Deemed University

Bachelor of Commerce - BCom

Jan 2017Dec 2019

united thomas english school

Secondary School Leaving Certificate — SSLC

Jan 2013Dec 2013

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