Praveen
Sekar
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PROFILE
I am an Initiative-taking, determined, hardworking, ambitious individual with impressive skills, knowledge, and passion in various Business Management stream. Wish to use & enhance my skills, knowledge & educational background for continuous improvement and gain an opportunity to play a direct role in the growth and success of the organisation.
EDUCATION
Kingston University, London
MSc International Business Management 2020-2022
Projects
Sim Venture Simulation- Undertook the role of management system representative ensuring that management system is implemented, maintained and where possible continually improved. Led a team of 6 members and worked on different sectors of the business and brought in positive business operations at the end of the simulation.
Business Strategy Game- I led a team of 5 members while implementing financial strategies for the game. The team got a profit of $70 million at the end of the simulation because of my business strategy.
International Project Management- I worked with a team on Risk Management Strategy for a Fashion Event Project for a client who is keen on expanding to European markets.
Modules- Project Management, International Marketing, International Business Strategy with Simulation, Consultancy in Practice, International Business Environment and Trade, Managing Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable Development.
SRM University, India 2014-2018
Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering,
Grade- CGPA -6.2 (first class)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Devaraj limited (NHS trust) 2020-Present.
Assistant Manager (NHS Certified Staff)
Selling products to new and existing customers
Worked with the manager for maintaining customer relationship management and increased the relationship level by 50%.
Handling all the administrative aspects of a sale.
Planning future follow-up conversations with customers.
Creating and implementing strategies into operations which increased the sale by 30%.
Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales target.
Handling all the administrative aspects of a sale.
Enhanced my ability to work in a highly pressurized environment and dealing with different customers while ensuring that the interest of the business is protected and maintaining customer satisfaction.
Cube Acoustics, India
Business Development Manager 2017-2019
Responsibilities include the safe delivery of all projects, meeting all our company policies and procedures, also making sure everything was complying with all regulatory legislations.
Initiated the project after completing project plans project roadmaps and defining project scope.
Generating new business through leads & referrals
Solid understanding of local market conditions, effectively managing a sales territory.
Developed the skills of networking and secured new customers by working in different scales of projects.
Increased self-confidence and developed team building and management skills through working in the execution of a multiplex theatre.
Understanding clients and creating great relationships with them.
Produced the needed documentation for cost and time of completion.
Set the general success criteria for all projects, including the time it will take, total cost, also any technical and performance parameters.
INTERNSHIPS
Ashok Leyland, India
A week in-plant training period included training in Machine Assembly, Gearbox Assembly, Frame Assembly and Engine design of cars in detail.
The training also included an introduction to the Business marketing strategies incorporated by the company in the international market.
Jaicee Industries, India
The manufacturing company gave the exposure of handling major clients like Royal Enfield, Globe, Hyundai, and TVS.
Managed the role of Business Operation and Marketing Development Engineer with the major job responsibility of sales in the industry.
Bridged the gap between clients and the technical team to satisfy the requirements.
Accelerated growth to about 1.5% in 2 months.
Skills
Team Management • Team Player • Excellent Time Management • Conflict Management • Budgetary Controls • Relationship Development • Staff Management • Sales and Marketing • Continuous Improvement • Critical Thinking • Strong Communication • Strong Negotiation • Decision Maker • Active Listener • Creative • Organised • Quick Learner • PowerBI • Microsoft office • Hyper mesh • AutoCAD
CERTIFICATIONS
•PRINCE2 & AGILE through Foundation and Practitioner (expected to be completed- September 2021).
•German language A1
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
1.Languages Known- English Tamil German French (Basic).
2.Volunteered for an NHS trust for delivering medicines during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
3.Part of the Enfield sun newsagent for supplying newspaper regularly for the aged person