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Mahesh Wanshanath Wijerathna

Mahesh Wanshanath Wijerathna

3/1 Meegasthenna Madulkele Kandy

Summary

Driven Area Sales Manager 4+ years of experience in management capacity and strong competitive sales drive, adaptability and perseverance. Well-honed listening skills and problem-solving attitude to uncover needs and overcome objections to close sales and achieve goals within multiple assigned territories. Successfully motivates and develops sales teams in results-driven and customer-focused environments with positive attitude towards achievement.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Sales Executive

Maliban Bucsits Manufactures Pvt Ltd
01.2019 - Current
  • Executed proven strategies to hit sales quota and help company achieve goals.
  • Built lasting relationships with clients through outstanding customer service interactions.
  • Reported sales activity, generated sales quotations, and proposals and maintained customer contact database to achieve sales objectives and quota.
  • Established strong relationships with major accounts and key decision-makers to increase sales in designated territory.
  • Led sales region to increase sales and boost team morale.
  • Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions, and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
  • Introduced new products to meet customer demand and increase profits.
  • Grew businesses by adopting market expansion strategy to serve different customer needs.
  • Collaborated with clients and distributors to create and promote new products.
  • Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.

Sales Executive

Maliban Biscuit Manufactures (PVT)Ltd
08.2009 - 02.2019
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Negotiated and closed profitable sales contracts with new and existing customers to increase loyalty and retention.
  • Developed and presented valuable sales presentations to potential customers to highlight features and benefits of products.
  • Researched sales opportunities and possible leads to exceed sales goals and increase profits.
  • Analyzed past sales data and team performance to develop realistic sales goals.
  • Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
  • Directed sales support staff in administrative tasks to help sales reps close deals.
  • Suggested innovative ideas to increase sales and improve customer experience.
  • Evaluated market data to develop and create business strategies and marketing plans.
  • Monitored sales team performance, analyzed sales data, and reported information to area managers.
  • Provided impactful sales training and motivated sales team members to drive revenue growth.

Sales Representative

Coca-Cola Beverages Sri Lanka Ltd
01.2002 - 07.2009
  • Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
  • Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.

Education

No Degree - Art Education

Viddyaloka Central College
Kandy
12.2001

Skills

  • Sales Tracking
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Performance Optimization
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Operational Processes
  • KPI Tracking
  • Sales Training
  • Sales Operations
  • New Business Development
  • Territory Management
  • Sales Team Supervision
  • Economic Trends
  • Effective Customer Communication
  • Revenue Target Achievement
  • Employee Performance Evaluations
  • Retail Knowledge
  • Delivery Schedules
  • Sales Presentation
  • Customer Service and Assistance
  • Strategic Planning
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software
  • Social Media Platforms
  • Consultative Selling Techniques
  • P&L Responsibility
  • Marketing Strategies
  • Business Operations Expertise
  • Salesforce Software

Achievements

All Island best Sales executive 2014 2015 and 2018

Timeline

Area Sales Executive

Maliban Bucsits Manufactures Pvt Ltd
01.2019 - Current

Sales Executive

Maliban Biscuit Manufactures (PVT)Ltd
08.2009 - 02.2019

Sales Representative

Coca-Cola Beverages Sri Lanka Ltd
01.2002 - 07.2009

No Degree - Art Education

Viddyaloka Central College
Mahesh Wanshanath Wijerathna