Prashanth V.
Mid-Level Manufacturing Sales Manager
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About
Prashanth V. is an accomplished professional in the manufacturing industry with extensive experience in sales, production, and engineering. As an Area Sales Manager for Ajax Engineering, he onboarded over 10 prospective customers, capturing a 15% market share in the Ready-Mix Concrete sector across two Indian states, contributing to $1M in annual revenue. Prashanth also engineered process improvements in Transit Mixer Truck Drum production, increasing capacity by 33% within four months. His tenure at Meritor Heavy Vehicle Systems saw him manage a $5.6M portfolio with renowned clients like Volvo Trucks India and Thailand. Additionally, Prashanth played a significant role in designing and launching a new product variant for ASEAN markets. An MBA candidate focusing on Supply Chain Management and Consulting, he applies his expertise in automation and emerging technology to drive sustainable solutions. Prashanth's technical proficiency includes CAD and data analysis tools, reinforcing his leadership in innovation.
Experience
Area Sales Manager
Ajax Engineering Private Limited · 2022 — 2024Identified and onboarded over 10 prospective customers, achieving a 15% share of the Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC) market across two Indian states. Initiated a project to gather nationwide market data, establishing a ROI calculator for assessing business capacity for a new RMC plant. Compiled more than 100 customer FAQs into six comprehensive product-specific presentations to improve sales pitches, which contributed to a 2% increase in sales conversion within a year.Production Manager
Ajax Engineering Private Limited · 2021 — PresentContributed to the conceptual and ideation phases of factory expansion by creating various CADD drawings for potential green- and brownfield factory layouts, ensuring compliance with government regulations. Developed a SAP-based system to monitor and analyze root causes of defective parts, enhancing Built-in-Quality and recovering $0.5M in lost revenue over a six-month period. Applied process improvements in Transit Mixer Truck Drum production, resulting in a 33% increase in capacity within four months with minimal investment. Improved raw material storage and handling solutions, which increased production capacity of boom pump arms from three to four sets monthly.Design and Product Engineer
Ajax Engineering Private Limited · 2019 — 2020Designed, homologated, and launched a new variant of the flagship product aimed at the ASEAN export market, leading to an additional revenue of $120K in one year. Developed an in-house destructive testing protocol for operator cabins and led a team of 10 to conduct the necessary testing as per ARAI regulations, resulting in savings of $15K in four months. Conducted market research to propose the in-house development of a 3D Concrete Printer, which was successfully commercialized within 18 months. Initiated the design of a coding system to identify over 300 unique hydraulic hoses used in India’s first indigenously-developed Concrete Slipform Paver, reducing machine service time by 25%.Senior Engineer
Meritor Heavy Vehicle Systems India Limited · 2015 — 2018Managed a portfolio worth $5.6M, including key accounts like MAN Trucks, Scania Bus, and Daimler Trucks. Examined, homologated, validated, and field tested a two-speed axle technology on a Tipper truck within a 10-day period, receiving a Special Recognition Award for successful completion. Increased company revenue by securing new business opportunities in both domestic and international markets, which included a three-year $50M supply contract with Volvo Trucks in Thailand.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Master of Business Administration - Supply Chain Management and ConsultingRaymond A. Mason School of Business | College of William and Mary · — — 2026
- Bachelor of Mechanical EngineeringM.S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology · 2010 — 2014
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