Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Rakesh Kumar is an accomplished sales leader with extensive experience in the travel and tourism industry. As the Head of Sales (B2B) at Atlys and the Regional Sales Manager at Buzz Travel Marketing India Pvt. Ltd., he leverages his expertise to drive business growth and foster strong client relationships.
Experience Summary
Current Roles
Head of Sales (B2B) at Atlys (2022-05-01 to Present)
- Responsible for leading the B2B sales strategy and team, targeting corporate and institutional clients
- Oversees the implementation of effective sales processes and tactics to achieve ambitious revenue targets
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify and capitalize on market opportunities
Regional Sales Manager at Buzz Travel Marketing India Pvt. Ltd. (2022-05-01 to Present)
- Manages the sales operations and performance for the North India region
- Develops and executes targeted sales plans to expand the company's market share
- Provides mentorship and guidance to the regional sales team, driving continuous improvement
Career Progression
Manager Sales North India at Maxim Tours (2019-09-01 to 2021-10-01)
- Spearheaded the sales strategy and initiatives for the North India market
- Consistently exceeded sales targets and contributed to the company's revenue growth
Manager Sales and Marketing - India at Elevate Holidays (Award-winning specialist UK DMC) (2018-07-01 to 2019-09-01)
- Responsible for managing the sales and marketing efforts in the Indian market
- Leveraged strong industry relationships to secure new business opportunities
Manager Sales & Marketing at HOLIDAYS BY SAHIBJI PRIVATE LIMITED (2017-07-01 to 2018-07-01)
- Oversaw the company's sales and marketing functions, driving brand awareness and revenue growth
Academic Background
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from the University of Delhi
Areas of Expertise
- Strategic sales planning and execution
- Account management and client relationship building
- Market analysis and trend identification
- Team leadership and performance management
- Effective communication and negotiation skills
Professional Impact
- Consistently exceeded sales targets and contributed to the growth of previous employers
- Recognized for delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining strong client relationships
- Adept at leveraging data-driven insights to inform sales strategies and drive business results
Conclusion
With his extensive experience in the travel and tourism industry, Rakesh Kumar has demonstrated a proven track record of success in sales leadership roles. As the Head of Sales (B2B) at Atlys and the Regional Sales Manager at Buzz Travel Marketing India Pvt. Ltd., he is poised to drive continued growth and success for his organizations.