Haresh Patel Email & Phone Number

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

 B.E.(Electrical) with 25 years of experience in Energy Management and Industrial Automation. People leader, working as Director (Sales) for Western India with the strength of 100+ people.  Good communicator, Rational, Hardworking, Honest, Adaptive Person, Initiative-taking, Consistent and enthusiastic about touching people’s lives. Key Skills: Inclusive Leadership, Team Building, People management, Result Orientation, Sales, Team Management, Business Development… Show more  B.E.(Electrical) with 25 years of experience in Energy Management and Industrial Automation. People leader, working as Director (Sales) for Western India with the strength of 100+ people.  Good communicator, Rational, Hardworking, Honest, Adaptive Person, Initiative-taking, Consistent and enthusiastic about touching people’s lives. Key Skills: Inclusive Leadership, Team Building, People management, Result Orientation, Sales, Team Management, Business Development, Strategy, Channel management, Working in a matrix organization with cross-functional team leadership, Relationship Management. Show less

In my most recent role as National Sales Manager, I oversaw the entire sales operation for Schneider Electric's Ahmedabad branch. This included managing a large team, setting and achieving ambitious sales targets, and ensuring that Schneider Electric remained a leader in the market.

In 2018, I further expanded my scope to include the management of the Power System segment, along with proximity operations. My role involved integrating power system sales with existing business strategies to maximize growth and efficiency.

Expanding my previous role, I took on additional responsibilities that included managing proximity operations across the Industry EU sector. I was tasked with ensuring seamless coordination between different business units and maintaining high customer satisfaction levels.

As the Proximity Manager, I managed customer relationships and sales operations in Ahmedabad, ensuring that Schneider Electric maintained close ties with its clients. This role required strong interpersonal skills and a deep understanding of customer needs.

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

In 2011, I was appointed the Power Business Unit Head for the Ahmedabad office. In this role, I was responsible for overseeing the sales and operations of power-related products, driving business development, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

As the Industry Business Unit Leader for Gujarat, I managed the overall business operations, including sales and service delivery. I implemented strategies that drove significant growth in the region, establishing Schneider Electric as a key player in the industry sector.

In this role, I led the OEM business unit for the industry sector in Ahmedabad. My focus was on driving growth and expanding market share by creating tailored solutions for industrial clients.

As the OEM Team Leader, I led a team dedicated to the sales of low-voltage products. I was responsible for setting sales targets, mentoring team members, and ensuring the achievement of business objectives.

Promoted to Senior Sales Engineer, I took on additional responsibilities, managing sales for OEM and government departments. My role required developing strategies to meet the specific needs of these sectors, which significantly contributed to revenue growth.

I joined Schneider Electric as a Sales Engineer, where I leveraged my experience in LV products to drive sales growth in the OEM and government sectors. This position marked the beginning of a 19-year journey with Schneider Electric, where I continuously advanced through various leadership roles.

At Crompton Greaves, I served as a Sales Engineer, specializing in low-voltage (LV) products. My role involved expanding the market reach and establishing strong client relationships, which resulted in increased market share and brand presence.

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

In my role as a Tendering Engineer at Ahmedabad Electricity Co. (Torrent Power), I was responsible for managing the tendering processes, ensuring that all bids were compliant with industry standards, and contributed to winning significant projects. This role honed my skills in project management and tender documentation.

At Lubi Electricals, I began my career as a Sales Engineer, focusing on the sales of pumps and motors. During my tenure, I developed a strong foundation in understanding technical products and learned the essentials of customer interaction and sales techniques in the electrical industry.