Abhishek Awasthii PMP®

Senior Strategy and Revenue Operations Leader

Salary / Daily rate

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Mobility: London, Manchester, ...

Freelance, open to permanent contract

Remote only

Skills

ForecastingCRMSalesforceBusiness DevelopmentNegotiationData AnalysisTableauSales OpsHubspotSQL QueriesLookerPower BIGoogle AnalyticsJiraAsanaSharePoint

Languages

English (Native)German

About me

Intro

Senior Strategy and Revenue Operations Leader with 7+ years of experience driving cross-functional programs across SaaS, IoT, and Retail sectors in the UK, EU, and India. Experienced in scaling £70M+ portfolios through data-led GTM and RevOps strategies that delivered 34 to 44% YoY growth and P&L ownership exceeding £20M. Known for linking operational detail to commercial strategy, combining automation, forecasting, and capacity planning to deliver measurable business outcomes. Adept at building alignment between Product, Engineering, Finance, and Operations, influencing C-suite roadmaps, and leading diverse, multi-region teams.

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Work experience

Redinent

Sep 2023 - Present

3 years 2 months

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Senior Manager, Sales & Business Operations

Feb 2025 - Present

1 year 9 months

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

₹250 Cr portfolio | Multi-region SaaS & IoT - Own end-to-end GTM planning, revenue operations, and forecasting across multiple Indian states and international markets. - Opened four new territories, generating ₹26+ Cr in pipeline and closing enterprise and PSU deals within months. - Lifted forecast accuracy from 62% to nearly 90% by bringing CRM data, analytics, and demand planning into a single operating model. - Worked closely with Product and Engineering to deliver enterprise-grade, regulatory-compliant IoT deployments, with average deal sizes of ₹4–5 Cr. - Improved bid quality and win rates by 15% through sharper pricing strategy and competitive insight. - Delivered over ₹4 Cr in cost savings while improving delivery efficiency by around a third.

Sales Operations Manager

Sep 2023 - Mar 2025

1 year 7 months

Greater Bengaluru Area

- Built and Optimised Sales Forecasting Model - Managed Sales Systems Integration - Sales Compensation & Administration - Salesforce Administration - Tech. Stack Management - KPI & Metrics Reporting - Deal Desk - Sales Forecasting - Territory and Quota Planning - Reporting and Data Analysis (Tableau, Salesforce, Excel) - Sales Productivity and Effectiveness

AI Model Trainer – CRM & Sales Operations Domain Expert

Turing

Dec 2025 - Dec 2025

1 month

Remote, OR 97458, USA

- Act as a domain authority for enterprise CRM, Sales Operations, and Revenue Intelligence AI systems. - Review and refine LLM outputs to ensure they reflect real commercial logic, strong instruction adherence, and practical GTM decision-making. - Lead human-in-the-loop quality reviews covering forecasting logic, CRM workflows, sales communication, and analytics use cases. - Reduce hallucination risk and rework while maintaining enterprise-grade quality and consistency. - Contribute to AI systems used in sales enablement, revenue analytics, and operational decision-making across real business environments.

Associate Partner Manager l Amazon Pan-EU

Amazon

Jan 2022 - Jul 2023

1 year 7 months

Manchester, UK

£72M portfolio | Five European markets - Managed and influenced a £72M partner portfolio across the UK and EU, supporting growth across multiple marketplaces. - Drove partner revenue through disciplined GTM execution, compliance readiness, and structured market expansion. - Built automated dashboards and audit mechanisms that reduced compliance errors by 85%. - These improvements contributed to around £12M in incremental revenue and materially improved SLA performance at scale. - Acted as a trusted bridge between partners, operations, policy teams, and internal leadership to unblock issues and accelerate outcomes.

Summer Intern | VR Researcher

University of Strathclyde

May 2021 - Jul 2021

3 months

Glasgow, UK

- Explored the application of virtual reality within management science, with a focus on its potential for university-wide adoption. -Assessed how VR-based simulations could improve employee training by creating realistic, low-risk learning environments. - Examined the use of virtual environments for research, enabling more structured analysis of human behaviour and decision-making. - Studied how interactive VR models could support better managerial decisions by allowing leaders to test scenarios before acting. - Contributed to early thinking on how immersive technology could enhance learning outcomes and innovation within management education.

Business Development Associate | UI/UX consultant

AntiAlias Ventures

Nov 2019 - Dec 2020

1 year 2 months

New Delhi, Delhi, India

Tech & Startup Ecosystem - Drove 20% month-on-month revenue growth, adding roughly £3K per month, by tightening operations and improving execution discipline. - Secured more than 30 new enterprise and SME accounts, expanding presence in competitive global tech markets. - Introduced SOPs and project management frameworks to align teams and improve delivery quality and turnaround time. - Negotiated UI/UX, web, and app development contracts, reducing benefits and operating costs by 30%.

SEAC Ltd.

Jun 2017 - Oct 2019

2 years 5 months

New Delhi, Delhi, India

Key Account Sales Executive

Mar 2018 - Oct 2019

1 year 8 months

New Delhi, Delhi, India

- Managed a portfolio of key corporate accounts, driving revenue growth through tailored real estate solutions. - Built long-term client relationships that improved retention and overall satisfaction. - Worked closely with internal teams to streamline processes and accelerate deal closure. - Introduced account planning and reporting frameworks to surface growth opportunities and track measurable outcomes.

Sales Business Development Executive

Jun 2017 - Mar 2018

10 months

Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India

I actively support business development initiatives by identifying new sales opportunities and helping to expand the client base. I assist in developing strategies to attract new corporate clients and generate leads, from initial outreach to final negotiations. I also help manage the sales pipeline, ensuring timely follow-ups and coordination to close deals. Through my proactive approach and ability to adapt to evolving needs, I contribute to the firm’s efforts in driving revenue growth and expanding its market presence.

Engineering Intern

Delhi Transco Ltd.

Jul 2016 - Aug 2016

2 months

During my research, I acquired valuable insights into DTL's implementation of the Islanding Scheme, which ensures the isolation of the Delhi system from the Indian Grid during emergencies. This scheme guarantees uninterrupted power supply to essential loads in Delhi, even in the event of a Main Grid failure. Additionally, I delved into DTL's Vision, Mission, and Core Values. Moreover, I gained practical knowledge about various aspects related to electrical substations, including their functions, equipment, power line carrier communication (PLCC), SCADA & EMS (Energy Management Systems), modes of communication, and microwave transmission. This comprehensive understanding enhances my ability to analyse and comprehend the intricacies of electrical substations, ensuring a more informed approach to addressing related challenges and optimizing their performance. Statistics: - With the adoption of SCADA & EMS systems, DTL has improved operational efficiency by 15% and reduced response time during critical situations by 25%. - The implementation of innovative communication technologies, such as power line carrier communication (PLCC) and microwave transmission, has facilitated a 30% increase in data transfer speeds and improved overall system performance.


Education

University of Strathclyde

Master of Science - MS, Management Science

2021 - 2022

1 year 1 month

Grade: 2:1

Activities and societies: TEDxUniversity of Strathclyde, Psychology Society, Business Analytics Society, Consulting Society.

Key Subjects: Operational Research Business Operations Management Spreadsheet Modelling and Demand Forecasting Business Analytics Managing Digital Technologies Quantitative Analysis Risk Analysis During my postgraduate studies, I developed expertise in crafting and implementing effective strategies using analytical models and frameworks. Proficient in Spreadsheet Modelling and demand Forecasting, I leverage data-driven insights for accurate forecasts and resource optimization. My deep understanding of risk management allows me to protect organizational assets using various methodologies. Furthermore, I possess valuable knowledge and hands-on experience in managing digital technologies like Bitcoin, cloud computing, AI, IoT, and 5G. This expertise positions me to drive innovation and capitalize on digital advancements for business success. In summary, armed with a comprehensive skill set in strategic guidance, data-driven insights, and digital technologies.

ITM Group of Institutions

B.E, Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician

2013 - 2017

4 years

Activities and societies: Kronos- CFR


Licenses & certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)®

Issued: Jan 2026

Certified by Project Management Institute

McKinsey.org Forward Program

Issued: Jul 2025

Certified by McKinsey & Company

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