Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Achievements Training
Computer Exposure
Personal Information
Gcc Driving License
Accomplishments
Certification
Interests
Sports ,Reading ,Travelling
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Shibu Rajan

Shibu Rajan

Division Head /Project Manager -Professional AV Projects And Sales Division
Manama

Summary

Experienced professional with more than 20 years of expertise and strong leadership skills. Proven ability to drive company objectives. Meticulous and detail-oriented, skilled in coordinating projects, programs, and implementing improvements. Dedicated problem solver committed to delivering results.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

Division /Project Manager- Professional Audio Video Project

Ashrafs W.L.L.
03.2006 - Current
  • Company Overview: Bahrain’s oldest (100 years) and most prestigious Company founded in 1913, plays a key role in providing innovative high tech products and quality services to consumers in retail, wholesale and projects
  • Ashrafs Group of companies comprises of Ashrafs W.L.L, Ashrafs Distributors, Ashrafs BGDC, and Gulf Colour Laboratories
  • Major international brands for consumer electronics, imaging, fashion household goods and business equipments, perfumes are represented on a sole agency basis
  • More information on www.ashrafsbahrain.com
  • Ashrafs AV Professional Projects Division is specialised for Turnkey Professional AV Solutions Consultancy , Designing the projects , System Implementation and Handover .
  • Works With Major Brands like,Bose, Sony, QSC,JBL,Draper ,Dalite , Samsung ,LG, Sharp,Viewsonic , Epson ,Christie, B&W, Sonance , Clearone ,Allen & Heath , Extron,Crestron, Aten, Purelink,Televic,Shure,Sennheiser , Yamaha,Berhinger,Bosch,Chauvet,Mode Hoist,EuroTruss,ChainMaster,Polycom,Logitech,Unilumen and others ..
  • We are the Distributor For Sony , Bose ,Viewsonic and have close Partnership with above brands.
  • Areas of Expertise: projection systems, automation, BG/PA Systems, Video Conferencing, Interactive TV/ boards, Professional & Standalone TV, Videowall, Digital Signage, CCTV etc

Job Responsibility & Acheivements

  • Reporting to General Manager
  • Managing Sales & Technical team
  • Drive revenue through generation of new business and existing business
  • Achieving the target and profit for the organization
  • Generating businesses with system integrators & with power retailers
  • Work With Consultants ,Interior Designers ,Client for providing the apt solutions as per their requirements and budgets.
  • Maintaining good rapport with clients, partners & ensuring complete customer satisfaction
  • Negotiating & Outsourcing products from various international & local suppliers
  • Coordinating with marketing department for new products launch and advertising
  • Attending dealers meets and trade shows
  • Organizing training/seminars for consultants, contractors, interior designers and end users
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Enhanced team performance with targeted training programs, addressing skill gaps and promoting professional development.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Project References shall be shared upon request.

Sales Supervisor –Corporate Sales

Jumbo Electronics Co.Ltd (LLC)
06.2002 - 02.2006
  • Company Overview: Jumbo Electronics (58 years) is one of the leading names in the field of consumer electronics, Corporate Division, information technology, telecommunications, home appliances, office automation and entertainment in the United Arab Emirates
  • Sales & Solutions in Projection system, Video Conferencing, Interactive TV & Standalone TV, Home Automation, Consumer Electronics & Home Appliances, FMCG, Air Conditioners, Minibar etc
  • More information on http://www.jumbocorp.com
  • Managing Key Accounts and SMB business in corporate and government
  • Handling and acquiring projects, tendering, bidding, quotations etc
  • Achieved sales targets and profits consistently through regular monitoring and adjusting strategies accordingly.
  • New business development and nurturing existing business
  • Organizing training/seminar programs for corporate & government clients
  • Planning, Achieving and Handling promotional tie ups with the clients
  • Developed strong relationships with key clients, resulting in repeat business and increased revenue.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of products and services offered to customers.
  • Coordinated with other departments to provide smooth execution of sales initiatives.

Marketing Executive

Softech Systems
06.2001 - 04.2002
  • Company Overview: Internet, Accounting Software, hardware & Telecommunication Sales & Solutions
  • To Generate leads for the software and hardware sales
  • To develop key relationship with existing and potential clients and ensure customer satisfaction
  • Answering queries and coordinating with technical dept
  • And back offices to respond to these queries
  • Self Correspondence, Preparation of Quotations & Invoices, Presentation of demo
  • Internet, Accounting Software, hardware & Telecommunication Sales & Solutions

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Sales & Marketing

S R M Arts & Science College
Chennai ,India
01.1997 - 01.1999

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) - Mechanical

K.V.G. College of Engineering
Sullia , Karnataka,India
01.1993 - 01.1997

Skills

  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Team Spirit Development
  • Exceptional research, negotiating and problem solving skills
  • Versatile and resourceful & can adapt easily to new environments/requirements
  • Self-Motivated Professional
  • Effective Under Tight Deadlines
  • Experienced in Sales Operations for Projects, Dealers and Retailers
  • Project management,Project planning and development
  • Client relations
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Vendor sourcing & Staff management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • New product introductions strategies
  • Systems design documentation
  • Systems installation, configuration, and upgrading

Others

  • Member of Mechanical Engineering Association, India.
  • Won Prizes in Cultural and Sports events.

Achievements Training

  • Certificate of achievement for 90% growth in Bose Sales in 2009, and yearly 100% target Achievement for Bose pro.
  • Introduced new brands for the dealership in Bahrain.
  • Bose Pro Product training certificate.
  • Certificate of Appreciation for 'Sony Business'.
  • Certificate of appreciation for Philips product training on LCD Monitors & Projectors.
  • Conducted Market research for M/s India Piston Limited, Chennai to analyze market share of 2 wheeler pistons vis a vis its competition.
  • Summer Training in Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kerala, India.
  • Design and Fabrication of 'Wax Sealing Machine'.

Computer Exposure

Diploma course on web development, e-commerce, JD Edwards, Open financials, MS Office, MS DOS, MS Windows, MS Outlook, Windows NT

Personal Information

  • Age: 45
  • Date of Birth: 05/02/75
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Religion: Christian
  • Visa Status: Employment Visa

Gcc Driving License

Yes

Accomplishments

  • Increased company revenue by $[Amount] by negotiating [Deal description].
  • Completed the [Project name] Project on time and $[Amount] under budget.
  • Designed and launched the [Project Name] Project, resulting in a [Number]% increase in market share for the company.
  • Presented with the [Award Name] Award for spurring more than [Number]% growth for [Number] consecutive months.
  • Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Certification

[Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]

Interests

Cricket ,Football,Badminton,Chess,Carroms, Travelling

Sports ,Reading ,Travelling

Won several prices for Athletics

Timeline

Division /Project Manager- Professional Audio Video Project

Ashrafs W.L.L.
03.2006 - Current

Sales Supervisor –Corporate Sales

Jumbo Electronics Co.Ltd (LLC)
06.2002 - 02.2006

Marketing Executive

Softech Systems
06.2001 - 04.2002

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Sales & Marketing

S R M Arts & Science College
01.1997 - 01.1999

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) - Mechanical

K.V.G. College of Engineering
01.1993 - 01.1997
Shibu RajanDivision Head /Project Manager -Professional AV Projects And Sales Division