Abhay Kesharwani

Director of Engineering

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India12 yrs 11 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • Led a 6000+ strong sales team at Reliance Retail.
  • Achieved 75% transaction rate among onboarded pharmacies.
  • Scaled monthly business from 4 Crore to 12 Crore in 3 months.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned leader in B2B Pharma and Retail sectors.

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Skills

Core Skills

ProcurementBusiness TransformationSales LeadershipP&l ManagementBusiness Growth

Other Skills

National Sales ManagementCost OptimizationTeam Leadership & DevelopmentStrategic Planning & ExecutionSales & DistributionStrategic LeadershipProduct Development & LaunchNational AccountsModern TradeMicrosoft OfficeMarketing StrategySales ProcessesSales Process OptimizationSales StrategySales Performance

About

A versatile leader with experience in sales, procurement, operations. Currently leading Pharma Procurement for Zepto

Experience

12 yrs 11 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 10 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 7 mos
Current Experience

Zepto

Director Procurement Pharma

Oct 2024Present · 1 yr 7 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

  • Setting up the procurement for Pharma Business of Zepto
Procurement

Medleyemed healthcare solutions

AVP Business

Aug 2023Oct 2024 · 1 yr 2 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · On-site

  • Building Medleymed Network a Novel B2B Solution to connect pharma retailers to distributors and manufacturers enabling profitable growth using technology and human intelligence.
P&L ManagementNational Sales ManagementBusiness TransformationCost OptimizationTeam Leadership & DevelopmentBusiness Growth+5

Reliance retail

AVP Customer Acquisition

Apr 2021Jul 2023 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

  • At Reliance Retail, I led the organization from inception, driving recruitment, organizational structure, policy, technology, and GTM strategy. I managed a 6000+ strong sales team, onboarding 2 lakh pharmacies across 2500 cities. I achieved a 75% transaction rate among onboarded outlets, scaling the business to 80 Crore per month within 12 months. I developed and launched key tech solutions, including the Netmeds Wholesale App and the SFA App Live Sarathi. I also enhanced P&L by reducing promotions and discounts, launched successful customer engagement programs, and built the own brand "Truuth".
P&L ManagementNational Sales ManagementCost OptimizationTeam Leadership & DevelopmentBusiness GrowthStrategic Planning & Execution+4

Udaan.com

Market Head

Feb 2020Mar 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • At Udaan, I was the P&L owner for North B2B Pharma Business, leading a team of 250 across demand, supply, and operations. I scaled monthly business from 4 Crore to 12 Crore in 3 months, restructured manpower for higher efficiency, and launched new markets, focusing on high-margin products.
P&L ManagementCost OptimizationTeam Leadership & DevelopmentBusiness GrowthStrategic Planning & ExecutionSales & Distribution+3

Oyo

Hub Head

Jun 2019Feb 2020 · 8 mos · Dehra Dun Area, India

  • As the P&L Owner for Uttarakhand, I managed an annual turnover of 200 Crores and 13000+ keys. I improved profitability by increasing the take rate and expanding supply, implemented data analytics for efficiency, and managed crisis situations effectively.
P&L ManagementTeam Leadership & DevelopmentBusiness GrowthStrategic Planning & ExecutionSales & DistributionStrategic Leadership+1

Novartis

Zonal Business Manager

Jun 2016May 2019 · 2 yrs 11 mos · New Delhi Area, India

  • At Novartis, I managed North India with an annual turnover of 150 Crore and a team of 150. I achieved significant BP targets and optimized team structure for improved revenue. I also developed and executed the “DAP” Disease Awareness Program, engaging mid-level KOLs.
National AccountsTeam Leadership & DevelopmentBusiness GrowthStrategic Planning & ExecutionSales & DistributionStrategic Leadership+1

Johnson & johnson

Regional Sales Executive

Feb 2013May 2016 · 3 yrs 3 mos · New Delhi Area, India

  • I achieved a 21% CAGR growth in the LifeScan brand. I focused on building relationships with top KOLs and healthcare professionals (HCPs), and implementing continuous medical education programs. My strategic initiatives, including establishing an institutional sales team, led to a significant increase in sales and market penetration
Modern TradeNational AccountsTeam Leadership & DevelopmentBusiness GrowthSales & DistributionSales Leadership

Wrigley

Key Account Manager

Apr 2010Jan 2013 · 2 yrs 9 mos · Worked in South and West India

  • Wrigley offered me diverse experiences across various roles. Starting as a Management Trainee, I quickly progressed to Area Sales Manager, achieving a stellar 109% target achievement. My success led to a promotion as Key Account Manager for South India, where I managed major accounts and drove strategic growth initiatives.
Modern TradeNational AccountsBusiness GrowthSales & DistributionSales Leadership

Education

Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Aided Management — Sales & Marketing

Jan 2008Jan 2010

International Institute of Information Technology Hyderabad (IIITH)

Btech — Electronics and communications Engineering

Jan 2004Jan 2008

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