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NITIN GADEKAR

NITIN GADEKAR

Buisness Consultant
Plainsboro,NJ

Summary

Business Consultant with extensive experience in international trade and contract negotiation. Expertise in formulating business strategies that increase market share and profitability. Proven leadership and communication skills that promote team collaboration and drive results in competitive settings.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Buisness Consultant

The Goldenn Gate
Delhi, Delhi
03.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated corporate lobbying efforts among governments, public sectors, and EPC contractors in the power, renewable energy, and infrastructure sectors.
  • Conducted international trade in commodities, pharmaceuticals, scrap materials, and used vehicles.
  • Secured startup funding to foster innovation and business expansion.
  • Arranged international financing via Standby Letters of Credit (SBLC).
  • Managed recruitment processes for unskilled labor to support operations.
  • Oversaw property transactions for five-star hotels and luxury resorts.
  • Led IT infrastructure projects encompassing Smart Class initiatives and data centre developments.
  • Handled diverse commodities including crude Oil, LNG, Jet fuel.
  • Cross-country gas pipeline projects.
  • Electric Vehicles and charging station.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.

Vice President - Marketing

STARVERTEX INTERNATIONAL Pvt. Ltd.
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Start-up company mainly in FMCG, Healthcare, E-Commerce, Funding and Consultancy.
  • Business development with the Govt. Dept. Public Sectors, Domestic funding.
  • Completed and submitted monthly and yearly reports to support executive decision-making.
  • Managed and oversaw the design of marketing material and promotional literature for the organisation.
  • Consulted with product development teams to enhance products based on customer interest data.
  • Identified target audiences and devised campaigns to match target demographics and optimize results.
  • Researched industry and marketplace trends to develop marketing solutions and enhance business operations.

General Manager- Marketing

Lakshmanan Isola Pvt. Ltd.
Bengaluru, Karnataka
11.2020 - 08.2021
  • Company Overview: Manufacturer of Mica-Based insulation Tapes & Mica Paper.
  • Business development in the Government department, the Public sector, private customers, & Dealer network.
  • Major clients are Indian Railways, Metro Rail, BHEL, Crompton, Kirloskar, Siemens, Alstom, Bombardier, etc.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Negotiated prices and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.

General Manager – Marketing

Bentec India Ltd.
Delhi, Delhi
10.2015 - 10.2020
  • Company Overview: Manufacturer of Low Tension switchgear, Energy Meters, LED Lighting, Luminaires, Wires & Cables.
  • Bidding Tenders, Vendor Approval.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.

GM – Marketing (Africa)

Overseas Infrastructure Alliance (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Delhi, Delhi
09.2013 - 09.2015
  • Company Overview: Project Development & Management Company.
  • Developing business in emerging markets in Ethiopia, Rwanda, Malawi & Tanzania.
  • International Tendering on Power, Water, Road, infrastructure.
  • Strategies the business to be generated from various international geographies and for increasing the market Share.
  • Expand the business to new international geographies and at the same time launch new projects in existing markets.
  • Accountable for the achievement of budgeted revenues And profitability for the respective markets.
  • Develop strategies to enhance the brand equity of OIA Globally.
  • Building and fostering a strong marketing network to promote the projects in the international markets.
  • Bidding for Overseas tenders.
  • Guiding and nurturing a team to attain sustained growth.
  • Coordinate and synergy with various stakeholders within OIA for the achievement of business results.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.

DGM – International Marketing

Cosmos International Ltd.
Delhi, Delhi
04.2010 - 08.2013
  • Company Overview: International Trading House.
  • Sourcing of Engineering Goods, LT / HT Equipment, Cables, Transformers, Insulators, etc.
  • HR/ CR Steel Products from JSPL, JSW, Uttam Steel, Hyundai, BAO & POSCO, etc.
  • Petrochemicals & Crude Oil from Iran.
  • Coordinating with all top Solar Photovoltaic Module, Grid Tied Invertor, Manufacturers & EPC players.
  • Visited Japan to see installed Grid Tied Solar Plants & visited Factory of Hitachi, Toshiba, Solar Frontier, Sharp, Kyocera, etc.
  • Visited Uzbekistan twice to set up Textile units under Indian Exim Bank credit lines.
  • Bid Overseas Tenders of World Bank, Asian Development Bank for Rural Electrification, Transmission & Distribution in Africa, Nepal & Central Asian Countries.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

Asst. Manager Marketing

HPL India Ltd.
New Delhi, Delhi
06.2004 - 03.2010
  • Dealt in Low Tension Switchgears, Energy Meters, Lighting, Wires & Cables.
  • Handling Govt. Approvals, Tender Business, EPC Contractors, Electrical Contractors, Panel Builders, Builders, DGS&D Business and Dealer Network.
  • Executed orders of LTDB & Feeder Pillars for BSES, BEST, HPSEB, Kalpattaru, Vijai Electricals etc.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote the business.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.

Sr. Sales Engineer

Standard Electrical Ltd.
Delhi, Delhi
06.1998 - 06.2004
  • Dealt in Low Tension Switchgears, Wires & Cables.
  • Handling Govt. Approvals, Tender Business, EPC Contractors, Electrical Contractors, Panel Builders, Builders, and Dealer Network.
  • Investigated competitor technical specifications, product data and industry standards and continually developed knowledge of product offerings.
  • Built relationships through exceptional client service delivery and maintained productive networks to support business development.
  • Proposed technical solutions and developed prototypes that addressed customer requirements and generated sales.
  • Facilitated functional and technical discovery sessions with team members, customers, potential customers and vendors.
  • Worked with customers and engineering team to determine equipment needs and system requirements.
  • Developed and implemented product marketing plans to reach target customers.

Sales Engineer

ECE Industries Ltd.
Delhi, Delhi
02.1992 - 05.1998
  • Dealt in Electrical Lamps & Luminaries.
  • Handling Govt. Approvals, Tender Business, Electrical Contractors, Builders, and Dealer Network.
  • Attended trade shows and seminars to promote products and network with industry contacts.
  • Prepared cost estimates and bid documents by studying customer RFPs and consulting with project managers.
  • Contributes to sales engineering effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range issues and recommending courses of action.
  • Identified and supported resale opportunities to achieve sales plans.
  • Reviewed customer inquiries to understand project scope while managing internal delivery mechanisms.
  • Identified sales opportunities by assessing environment and devising and implementing winning strategy.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical

Amravati University
Maharashtra
01.1992

Diploma - Computers

IBMC
New Delhi
01.1986

Skills

International trade expertise

  • Business development strategies
  • Contract negotiation skills
  • Customer relationship management
  • Effective communication techniques
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Time management proficiency
  • Negotiation tactics
  • Market analysis and strategic planning
  • Competitive analysis insights
  • Budget management skills
  • Sales forecasting methods
  • Team leadership capabilities
  • Marketing analytics proficiency
  • Customer segmentation strategies
  • Quality leadership principles
  • Marketing plan development expertise
  • Presentation skills
  • Deadline-driven approach

Timeline

Buisness Consultant

The Goldenn Gate
03.2022 - Current

Vice President - Marketing

STARVERTEX INTERNATIONAL Pvt. Ltd.
11.2021 - 03.2022

General Manager- Marketing

Lakshmanan Isola Pvt. Ltd.
11.2020 - 08.2021

General Manager – Marketing

Bentec India Ltd.
10.2015 - 10.2020

GM – Marketing (Africa)

Overseas Infrastructure Alliance (India) Pvt. Ltd.
09.2013 - 09.2015

DGM – International Marketing

Cosmos International Ltd.
04.2010 - 08.2013

Asst. Manager Marketing

HPL India Ltd.
06.2004 - 03.2010

Sr. Sales Engineer

Standard Electrical Ltd.
06.1998 - 06.2004

Sales Engineer

ECE Industries Ltd.
02.1992 - 05.1998

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical

Amravati University

Diploma - Computers

IBMC

Languages

English
Professional
Hindi
Professional
Marathi
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Limited

Personal Capabilities

  • Result-driven, logical & methodical approach to achieving tasks & objectives.
  • High integrity & honesty, ethical & socially aware.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills- good communication, leadership, reliability & independent.
  • Identifies & develops opportunities; innovates & makes things happen.
  • Energetic & positive outlook, which often inspires others.
  • Emotionally mature; calming & positive temperament; tolerant & understanding.
  • Well organised, good planner, good time manager.
  • Task-oriented – commercially experienced and aware of new trends.
  • Seeks new responsibilities, initiates the lead & self-driven.

Clients Handled

  • Government
  • Public Sectors
  • Private Sectors
  • Defence
  • Discoms
  • OEMS
  • Channel Partners
  • Tendering (Domestic & International)
  • International Business

Countries Visited

  • USA
  • Japan
  • Uzbekistan
  • Ethiopia
  • Tanzania
  • Rwanda
  • Malawi

Hobbies and Interests

  • Music
  • Chess
  • Occult Science
  • Cooking

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Marathi
  • Punjabi

Personal Information

  • Number of Children: Only Son
  • Date of Birth: 06/06/67
  • Marital Status: Married
  • USA Visa Status: EAD applied

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