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Leonard Lewis

Business Development
Hyderabad

Summary

Graduated in Chemical Technology from one of the pioneers 'Osmania University" Hyderabad INDIA Over 21 Years of experience with four years into the fields of Manufacturing/Healthcare Products R&D. I worked with Global Corporate like Protect & Gamble, Monozyme India Limited (Elisa partners France) at Production and R & D levels for four years. Over 17 Years into Information Technology Enabled Services with Multi-Disciplined Project Management and Business Analysis Service Delivery. Instrumental in promoting Products and Services of Major Telecom Subsidiaries in the UK - ONTEL, TOUCAN, TALK TALK, VODAPHONE, 3-G, T-MOBILE through Marketing Partners Teleprospects Limited. Familiar with working in a fast paced evolving environment. I have traveled throughout India, Europe and Asian Countries Understanding New Business Avenues, Technology and gaining Local Knowledge.

At Ennea Solutions, I spearheaded initiatives that significantly enhanced customer acquisition and relationship management, leading to substantial revenue growth. As a Business Head with years of experience I have developed and maximized sales.

Successful in multi-state distributed businesses and proven skill in hiring, developing and retaining high-performance teams.

I believe in competitive growth through proactive relationship building and pursuit of business opportunities . Adaptable to industry trends, practices and customer demands.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Business Development

Ennea Solutions Private Limited
06.2022 - 04.2024
  • Ennea Solutions is a Privately owned Company backed by the Promoters of Biological E Pvt. Ltd. one of the leading Life Sciences and Pharmaceutical Coglomerate based out of Hyderabad India. Ennea has a flagship Order Processing, Order Management and Order Fulfillment Web-IOS-Android Tech platform " Valuemedi" that enables seamless connectivity between Pharma Manufacturers-CFAs -Distributors-Retailers.

· Being a start-up, my roles involved Recruitment, interviews and hired employees, implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.

· Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.

· Managed cross-functional teams to drive successful project completion and achieve organizational goals.

· Collaborated with sales and marketing departments to support client acquisition.

· Spearheaded customer acquisition strategies, successfully onboarding numerous new clients.

· Identified business development challenges and customer concerns for proactive resolution.

· Expanded company presence in new markets by identifying opportunities and establishing partnerships.

· Organized promotional events and interacted with teams to increase sales volume.

· Analysed competitor activities to identify potential threats or opportunities within the marketplace.

· Securing collaborations with industry partners for mutually beneficial outcomes.

· Communicated directly with customers and partners to build strong business networks and relationships.

· Delivered customized solutions for clients through the tech teams, resulting in enhanced customer satisfaction and loyalty.

· Managed revenue models, process flows, operations support and customer engagement strategies.

Manager Indian Operations

Netpros Llc Tampa Florida USA
08.2019 - 03.2022
  • Netpros llc is into offering Services to end users of Computer Desktops and Laptops for any trouble shooting and into offering IT Managed Services.
  • My Role involved managing resources extending Customer Support.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team building and performance.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and training.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Head of Operations

RSG Information Systems Pvt Ltd.
03.2010 - 12.2016
  • RSG was promoted by individuals from Large IT conglomerate professionals. My role involved managing one of the UK clients BPO Voice Support into " Payment Protection Insurance" recovery.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for staff, enhancing team performance and skill sets.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership on strategic planning initiatives to drive business growth.
  • Streamlined operational processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing best practices.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by actively addressing concerns and ensuring timely resolutions.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve company goals, fostering collaboration and communication.
  • Reduced operational costs through effective budget management and cost-saving strategies.
  • Improved overall productivity with the introduction of innovative process improvement initiatives.
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for maximum value and efficiency.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Facilitated change management efforts, guiding teams through periods of transition and growth.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.

Business Owner

Divya Enterprises Manufacturing
10.2007 - 02.2010
  • Divya Enterprises is a Proprietary Company into Manufacturing and Trading of Nutraceutical Products.
  • Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
  • Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Achieved consistent growth in annual revenue through strategic planning and execution of sales initiatives.
  • Expanded market reach with targeted marketing campaigns and strategic partnerships.
  • Boosted revenue by identifying new business opportunities and diversifying product offerings.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations by staying current on industry requirements and implementing necessary changes in operations.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Implemented efficient systems for inventory management, order processing, and shipping logistics.
  • Enhanced company profitability by reducing overhead costs and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.

Head of Operations

Teleprospects Ltd. United Kingdoms
03.2003 - 09.2007
  • TPLis into professional Marketing and Banding Solutions- intrumental in taking to the Market the best in the Business Telcom Service Providers i,e TOUCAN, ONETEL, TALK-TALK, T-Mobile, 3G Mobiles and EuropeTourism & Vacations.
  • My role was to identify offshore service providers to into Voice Support through Telemarketing and Customer retention.
  • Write & design Sales and Marketing Training decks.
  • Recruit Service level managers pan India and train them to manage the training and operations.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for staff, enhancing team performance and skill sets.
  • Performance Management of the Managers and the resources downline.
  • Improved overall productivity with the introduction of innovative process improvement initiatives.
  • Reduced operational costs through effective budget management and cost-saving strategies.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership on strategic planning initiatives to drive business growth.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve company goals, fostering collaboration and communication.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively by developing response plans in advance.
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for maximum value and efficiency.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes, leveraging analytics to optimize operations.
  • Guiding teams through periods of transition and growth.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Managed client account operations efficiently.
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.

Business Development Manager-India

Arista Solutions Inc USA
01.1998 - 02.2003
  • Arista Solutions was into Medical Billing and Coding besides catering to Various US clients seeking Telemarketing and Customer Support.
  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
  • Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
  • Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decision makers.

Production Assistant

Monozyme India Pvt. Ltd.
11.1994 - 04.1997
  • Assisted in producing high-quality products by adhering to strict manufacturing standards and protocols.
  • Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
  • Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
  • Assisted in meeting tight deadlines by efficiently coordinating tasks with other team members.

Production Supervisor

Procter & Gamble India Ltd.
09.1991 - 11.1994
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
  • Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
  • Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
  • Training the new recruits on the Production Lines.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Technology

Loyola Academy
Hyderabad, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Sales Presentations

Additional Information

1) Headboy of the School 1985-86. St. Mary’s Boys High School Secunderabad.

2) Vice-Captain of the College Cricket Team -1986-88. St. Mary’s Centenary Junior College Secunderabad.

3) President of the NSS 1989-91, Loyola Academy –Secunderabad.

4) Elected Secretary General Lions Club RK Puram Secunderabad 2014-15.

5) Elected President Lions Club RK Puram Secunderabad-2015-16.


Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Telugu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Upper intermediate (B2)

Interests

Music

Social Service

Timeline

Head of Business Development

Ennea Solutions Private Limited
06.2022 - 04.2024

Manager Indian Operations

Netpros Llc Tampa Florida USA
08.2019 - 03.2022

Head of Operations

RSG Information Systems Pvt Ltd.
03.2010 - 12.2016

Business Owner

Divya Enterprises Manufacturing
10.2007 - 02.2010

Head of Operations

Teleprospects Ltd. United Kingdoms
03.2003 - 09.2007

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Technology

Loyola Academy
04.2001 -

Business Development Manager-India

Arista Solutions Inc USA
01.1998 - 02.2003

Production Assistant

Monozyme India Pvt. Ltd.
11.1994 - 04.1997

Production Supervisor

Procter & Gamble India Ltd.
09.1991 - 11.1994
Leonard Lewis Business Development