Nikhil Barulkar

Business Development Executive

Pune, Maharashtra, India11 yrs 6 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • 9+ years in B2B technical sales.
  • Proven track record of revenue growth.
  • Expert in bridging engineering with business.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a B2B Sales Professional with expertise in Capital Equipment and Technical Sales.

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Skills

Core Skills

Sales ManagementBusiness Development

Other Skills

Business StrategyCapital Goods SalesDigital SalesEnd-to-End SalesInternational SalesLead GenerationManagementMarketingMicrosoft ExcelNew Business DevelopmentProject ManagementStart-upsStrategic PartnershipsStrategic PlanningTeam Management

About

Skilled Sales professional specializing in Capital Equipment Machinery sales with 9+ years of experience and an engineering background, known for driving end-to-end B2B technical sales across industries like Automotive (OEMs, Tier-1s & Tier-2s), Electrical & Electronics, Industrial automation, Pharmaceuticals, FMCG, and Road infrastructure & safety. I bring a consultative, value-driven approach that connects technical needs with business goals helping companies penetrate new markets, improve customer engagement, and accelerate revenue growth. With hands-on experience in sales lifecycle management, market expansion, and integrated BTL and TTL marketing strategies. My value lies in bridging engineering with business, turning technical challenges into strategic sales wins always with a focus on growth, efficiency, and long-term impact.

Experience

Ador powertron limited

Sales & Marketing Executive

Sep 2022Present · 3 yrs 6 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

  • Key Responsibilities:
  • 📌 Spearheaded end-to-end customer management for enterprise clients, owning the full lifecycle from lead generation to post-sales service.
  • 📌 Delivered consistent revenue growth: 40% YoY from FY 2022–23 to FY 2023–24, and 48.15% YoY from FY 2023–24 to FY 2024–25 demonstrating sustainable business expansion and effective key account development.
  • 📌 Implemented lead generation strategies by integrating website analytics to identify visiting companies and using prospecting tools to extract key decision-maker details. These initiatives enabled me to successfully close international capital goods sales deals.
  • 📌 Improved sales process and reduced average sales cycle closure time by implementing ZOHO CRM, enabling proactive client engagement and accurate tracking of customer interactions.
  • Conducted competitor analysis using multiple tools and monitored competitor activities to support market share growth. Developed GTM strategies for new product launches to achieve sales targets.
  • 📌 After product installation, drove upselling and cross-selling across different product lines for the Health & Safety (EHS) division, generating a new sales stream.
  • 📌 Enhanced market presence of Ador Powertron Ltd across PAN India by implementing TTL marketing activities such as developing a new professional and user-focused corporate website, LinkedIn campaigns, email campaigns, corporate videos, product illustrative videos, product brochures, banners, and more.
  • 📌 Led end-to-end planning and execution of events and exhibitions, including finalizing booth design and vendor coordination, selecting logistics partners for material dispatch and return, arranging uniforms and branding materials, and overseeing on-site setup to ensure smooth execution and brand consistency.
  • Key Customers: Tata Motors, TATA Steel, Adani Group, JSW, Hindalco, Maruti Suzuki, Dr.Reddy’s, , POSCO, IOCL, HPCL India Army & Navy bases & Many More
  • International Clients : BARTCO, MVIS, Swarco
Lead GenerationInternational SalesEnd-to-End SalesDigital SalesCapital Goods SalesSales Management+3

Padcare

Business Development Executive

Mar 2022Aug 2022 · 5 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

  • At Padcare Labs, I worked closely with the founder on strategic planning, business development reporting, and account growth. I provided insights on performance metrics, shared actionable feedback with management, supported after-sales process improvements, and contributed to building strategic customer relationships.
  • Key Responsibilities:
  • 📌 Supporting the Founder in long-term strategic planning, and providing regular reports on business development progress and success metrics & Providing feedback to management on areas of improvement, and presenting sales data and reports as required.
  • 📌 Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and product development, to ensure a smooth sales process, customer satisfaction and growth of new business ventures.
  • 📌 Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and industry influencers.
  • Key Customers: JLL, CBRE

Sovplym jsc

Sales Manager

Jul 2019Feb 2022 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Pune Area, India · On-site

  • Working closely with Product Management to capture competitor's product performance, innovation and pricing. Organizing special sales projects at customer site such as new product introductions. Forging strong relationship with key decision maker, other manager and channel partners.
  • Key Responsibilities:
  • 📌 Generated high-quality leads through cold calling, exhibitions, channel partner networks, and existing client referrals, building a consistent pipeline of business opportunities.
  • 📌 Built strong stakeholder relationships by understanding customer pain points and requirements, ensuring tailored solution offerings aligned with their operational needs.
  • 📌 Visited client facilities to assess plant layouts and propose the most effective industrial ventilation and EHS solutions, ensuring project feasibility.
  • 📌 Developed and delivered compelling techno-commercial presentations and product demos. Prepared customized quotations for products and turnkey projects based on client requirements and project scope.
  • 📌 Managed key accounts using CRM tools, ensuring structured follow-ups, timely communication, and long-term client retention with upselling opportunities.
  • 📌 Handled end-to-end procurement and vendor management by preparing purchase orders for equipment (3‑phase electric motors, ducting materials, installation hardware), negotiating competitive pricing and quality terms, appointing vendors, and coordinating logistics for installation, commissioning, freight forwarding, and import-related activities to ensure timely delivery and execution.
  • 📌 Monitored project progress post order coordinating with internal teams and vendors to ensure timely delivery, quality assurance, and successful site execution as per client expectations.
  • Key Customers: Bharat Forge, Harman International, Fiat India, SKF India, CNH New Holland, Mahindra & Mahindra, Godrej & Boyce Ltd, DeGATECH Engineering

Officexlr

Co-Founder

Jul 2015Jul 2019 · 4 yrs · Aurangabad

  • As a Co-Founder Of Officexlr Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd. I was responsible for expanding company's market penetration. Across PAN India, developing new & existing strategic partnerships and helping shape the strategic direction of the firm.
  • Key Responsibilities:
  • 📌Planned and executed business strategies to achieve sales and growth targets across assigned regions.
  • 📌 Conducted in-depth market and competitor analysis to identify opportunities and guide resource allocation.
  • 📌 Personally handled key business development activities including client meetings, exhibitions, bidding, and negotiations.
  • 📌 Managed end-to-end execution of major projects while maintaining strong relationships with senior stakeholders at key accounts.
  • 📌 Built and nurtured a reliable distributor network to support regional sales and service requirements.
  • 📌 Collaborated with the CRM team to ensure timely and accurate delivery of products and solutions to customers.
  • 📌 Participated directly in internal planning sessions and client kick-off meetings to align goals and execution strategies.
  • 📌 Developed impactful and long-term strategic partnerships to drive sustained business growth.
  • Key Customers: Supreme Switchgears And Transformers Pvt. Ltd., Suraj Blowplast Pvt.
  • Ltd., Bharat Insulation Company (India) Pvt. Ltd. Etc.

Minacs marketing solutions, a concentrix company

Customer Service Associate

Jun 2014May 2015 · 11 mos · Aurangabad Area, India · On-site

  • Key Responsibilities:
  • 📌 Develop professional relationships with ongoing customers through excellent customer service.
  • 📌 Collaborate with immediate team, other customer service teams, sales team, and other company departments to ensure overall customer and product satisfaction.
  • 📌 Improved customer satisfaction ratings by addressing issues and fostering timely resolution. Responded resourcefully to customer requests and concerns.
  • 📌 Handled customer complaints with empathy and ensured timely resolution.
  • 📌 Identified potential leads during interactions and forwarded them to the sales team.
  • 📌 Built strong, ongoing relationships with customers through excellent service.

Education

P.E.S. College of Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) — Electrical and Electronics Engineering

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