SURESH BABALESHWAR

Regional Sales Leader with 17+ years’ experience in Abrasives, Powder Coatings, and Construction Chemicals. Skilled in channel sales, OEM development, market expansion, demand forecasting, and team leadership. Proven impact in driving revenue growth, strengthening distributor networks, and improving market penetration. Looking for Regional/National Sales roles across Industrial & Manufacturing sectors.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Regional Sales Manager
Napoleon Abrasives 12/2024 - Present South India
Abrasives & Tools-Surface preparation solution
Conducted geographic and behavioral market mapping to identify growth clusters
and consumption patterns across South India.
Analyzed market trends and customer behavior to differentiate value-based versus
price-driven buying decisions.
Translated overall business goals into annual and monthly sales targets, ensuring
alignment with company strategy.
Expanded the distributor network across South India, strengthening market reach and
product penetration.
Expanded the customer base through referrals, trials, and new product approvals for
value-addition applications.
Built, trained, and managed channel partners to enhance regional coverage and
market share.
Directed and mentored a sales and technical team of 4+8 Channel partner sales
team, defining clear KRAs and implementing CRM platforms and performance metrics. 

Area Sales Manager
Mirka India Pvt Ltd 04/2022 - 12/2024 Bangalore, India
Abrasives & Power Tools - Surface preparation solution
Supported demand forecasting through monthly input sharing with the MIN team to
align production and market needs.
Collaborated with customers and internal teams to develop new product applications
and conduct field trials for technical validation.
Handed over validated applications to the sales team for routine commercialization
and long-term customer management.
Led multifunctional teams integrating Sales, Technical Service, and Marketing to
accelerate sales conversions and increase customer retention.
Elevated brand visibility and market awareness through participation in exhibitions,
print media, and trade platforms to strengthen regional positioning. 

Area Sales Manager
Berger Paints India 08/2016 - 03/2022 Bangalore, India
Powder Coating Paint
Responsible for sales and marketing of industrial paints, with specialization in Powder
Coating Paints across key South India accounts.
Conducted and arranged product trials based on customer requirements to
demonstrate performance and application benefits.
Collaborated with technical institutes and R&D partners to propel product innovation
and share market insights for new developments.
Maintained optimal stock levels at depots in Bangalore and Hosur through inventory
analytics and demand forecasting, preventing stock outs and overstocking.
Monitored receivables, credit limits, and security norms to ensure disciplined financial
operations and healthy cash flows.
Implemented effective credit management practices, improving collection timelines
and minimizing financial risks. 

Asst Sales Manager
Sika India Pvt Ltd 09/2013 - 07/2016 Bangalore, India
Construction & Industrial Chemicals
Directed sales and marketing operations for construction chemicals, increasing
market penetration and revenue growth across retail and institutional sectors in
Bangalore.
Managed an extensive distributor network, increasing retail market share and
customer reach by 30%.
Cultivated relationships with PMCs, architects, consultants, and direct clients to align
solutions with specific project requirements.
Streamlined approval processes, enhancing time-to-market for construction
chemicals with proactive communication.
Prepared and submitted detailed BOQs and competitive tenders for both government
and private projects, improving bid success rates by 25%.
Led techno-commercial discussions and presentations with clients to specify
technical needs, negotiate contracts, and enhance project win rates. 

Technical Sales Officer
Berger Paints India 06/2008 - 08/2013 Location
Powder Coating Paints
Increased customer satisfaction by {20%} by enhancing user interface systems and
streamlining service operations. 

Master of Business Administration
Bangaluru University 2006 - 2008 Bangalore, India
B. Tech Agricultural Engineering
Dharwad Agricultural University 2002 - 2006 Raichur, India