Basavanna Y S

Business Development Executive

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India9 yrs 2 mos experience
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Key Highlights

  • 10+ years in presales and business development
  • Expert in VMware solutions and IT infrastructure
  • Proven track record in customer acquisition and retention
Stackforce AI infers this person is a B2B SaaS expert with a strong focus on IT infrastructure and presales consulting.

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Skills

Core Skills

Pre-sales Technical ConsultingVmware SolutionsAccount ManagementNutanix SolutionsBusiness DevelopmentCybersecurity SolutionsSales ManagementCustomer RetentionSales StrategyCustomer Success Management

Other Skills

Technical Sales PresentationsPresales Technical SupportRequest for Proposal (RFP)Business RequirementsSales PresentationsRequest for Information (RFI)PresalesProduct DemonstrationChannel PartnersEmail MarketingCybersecurityDemand GenerationLead GenerationCold CallingSales Operations

About

With 10+ years of diverse experience in presales, sales, and business development, I specialize in crafting technology-driven solutions that accelerate business growth and enhance client satisfaction. My core strength lies in presales consulting, with a deep focus on IT infrastructure, virtualization, and digital transformation technologies. Currently, I work as a Presales Consultant at Tech Data (VMware BU), where I serve as the technical SME for VMware’s portfolio—covering vSphere, vSAN, VCF. I collaborate closely with partners to translate customer requirements into scalable, secure VMware solutions.

Experience

9 yrs 2 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 1 mo
Average Tenure
1 yr 10 mos
Current Experience

Tech data apac​

Presales Consultant- VMware

Jul 2024Present · 1 yr 10 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • o Trusted advisor for VMware solutions: vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Aria Suite, VCF.
  • o Translate customer needs into scalable VMware-based architectures
  • o Support sales with BoMs, sizing, and design validation
  • o Deliver workshops, webinars, and technical enablement for partners
  • o Provide competitive analysis, solution positioning, and migration planning
  • o Stay current on product updates, roadmaps, and market trends
  • o Collaborate with strategic vendors and contribute to go-to-market strategies
  • o Lead POCs, pilots, and solution validations as needed
Pre-Sales Technical ConsultingTechnical Sales PresentationsPresales Technical SupportRequest for Proposal (RFP)Business RequirementsSales Presentations+3

Ingram micro

Account Manager

May 2023Jul 2024 · 1 yr 2 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • o Handling complete Nutanix portfolio (Sales + Technical) for mid-market customers.
  • o Lead generation and evangelism for Nutanix HPE DX offerings.
  • o Delivering product demos and qualifying leads.
  • o Collaborating with partners for solution implementation based on technical and commercial viability.
  • o Designing implementation roadmaps aligned with client strategies.
  • o Strong client engagement with engineering teams to meet project timelines.
  • o Expertise in IT Infrastructure, Virtualization, and Multicloud for data center efficiency.
  • o Working closely with Ingram Micro AMs to expand business across the portfolio, with a focus on Nutanix.
Account ManagementProduct DemonstrationPresalesNutanix Solutions

Techbag

Business Development Manager

May 2022May 2023 · 1 yr · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

  • o Core team member driving business development and presales for Techbag’s digital technology marketplace.
  • o Wore multiple hats in a startup environment—techno-marketing, product evaluation, sales enablement, and solutioning.
  • o Built initial customer base and crafted the go-to-market playbook alongside founders.
  • o Specialized in IT products and cybersecurity solutioning for key stakeholders.
  • o Skilled in RFP analysis, opportunity qualification, and presales demos across security, backup, and infrastructure domains.
  • o Enabled sales by recommending the right solutions and closing multiple deals, boosting Techbag’s brand presence.
  • o Served as a generalist and catalyst to accelerate both sales and presales functions.
Sales ManagementChannel PartnersEmail MarketingCybersecurityDemand GenerationLead Generation+9

Meesho

City Manager

Nov 2021Apr 2022 · 5 mos · Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India

  • o Led ground operations for the grocery business in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
  • o Built and managed a high-performing team of 10+ field sales executives.
  • o Specialized in territory planning and execution with optimal resource deployment.
  • o Developed and enhanced sales processes and tracking mechanisms for field teams.
  • o Consistently ranked among top City Managers in India for customer retention and base growth.
  • o Contributed to the design of training programs on CRM, customer retention, and sales operations.
  • o Collaborated with logistics teams to streamline deliveries and minimize product rejections.
  • o Owned P&L responsibility and drove operational efficiencies to improve profitability.
Sales ManagementDemand GenerationCustomer AcquisitionCustomer Retention

Drinkprime

Area Sales Manager

Nov 2020Nov 2021 · 1 yr · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • o Built and scaled field sales processes from the ground up.
  • o Led cross-functional collaboration (Ops, Marketing, Logistics) during COVID to streamline operations.
  • o Conducted product demos for communities and corporates to boost awareness and sales.
  • o Designed and executed sales strategies aligned with TAM and target personas.
  • o Acted as Customer Success Manager to improve social ratings, reduce churn, and enhance brand reputation.
  • o Created a delivery-phase framework to cut customer rejections and reverse logistics.
  • o Supported strategic initiatives with data-driven market entry for premium apartments.
  • o Resolved customer queries with strong product and technical knowledge.
Sales ManagementDemand GenerationCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Customer AcquisitionSales StrategyCustomer Success Management

Sti infotech pvt ltd

Business Development Executive

Sep 2019Jun 2020 · 9 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

  • o Built and maintained strategic, long-term relationships with high-volume clients to drive organic growth.
  • o Led lead generation and marketing efforts across multiple channels.
  • o Developed new accounts through hunting, nurturing, and strategic initiatives.
  • o Strong understanding of IT infrastructure and related technologies.
  • o Skilled in technical product demos to drive product adoption.
  • o Collaborated cross-functionally to resolve sales process roadblocks and accelerate key projects.
  • o Escalated and resolved account-level issues with senior leadership.
  • o Acted as Customer Success Manager for enterprise clients to enhance retention and engagement.
Customer Acquisition

Jagruth tech pvt ltd

Marketing Engineer

May 2016Jun 2017 · 1 yr 1 mo · Mysore, Karnataka, India

  • o Built and nurtured long-term relationships with high-value clients to drive organic growth and strategic objectives.
  • o Led lead generation and marketing initiatives across multiple channels.
  • o Developed new accounts through hunting and strategic initiatives.
  • o Strong understanding of IT infrastructure and related solutions.
  • o Delivered impactful technical product demos to support product adoption.
  • o Collaborated cross-functionally to resolve sales process blockers and accelerate priority deals.
  • o Escalated and resolved account-level issues with senior leadership.
  • o Acted as Customer Success Manager for enterprise accounts to enhance retention and engagement.
Customer Acquisition

Avago technologies

Software Test Engineer

Apr 2014Mar 2016 · 1 yr 11 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

  • o Created and executed test plans, scenarios, and test cases for functional and regression testing across the SDLC.
  • o Collaborated with project managers and core teams during project initiation and planning phases.
  • o Coordinated with developers to troubleshoot issues, report bugs, and support defect resolution.
  • o Conducted gap analysis to ensure business requirements and functional specs were fully tested.
  • o Performed usability, GUI, functional, integration, retesting, and regression testing.
  • o Prepared test plans, exit reports, and maintained compliance documentation for each release.
  • o Participated in periodic QA reviews and recommended process improvements.
  • o Ensured deliverables aligned with SDLC standards and quality benchmarks.

Education

Ramaiah Institute Of Management (MSRIM)

Master of Business Administration - MBA — Marketing & Operations

Jan 2017Jan 2019

PES College of Engineering, Mandya

Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) — Mechanical Engineering

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