Abhinav Kumar
About Abhinav Kumar
Abhinav Kumar serves as the Head of Retail at Airtel, a position he has held since 2017. His extensive career at Airtel spans over two decades, including roles in various management capacities across retail and enterprise services.
Current Role at Airtel
Abhinav Kumar serves as the Head of Retail at Airtel, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he oversees retail operations and strategy, focusing on enhancing customer engagement and driving sales growth across various retail channels. His leadership is crucial in aligning retail initiatives with the company's broader objectives.
Previous Positions at Airtel
Abhinav Kumar has held multiple roles at Airtel since joining the company in 2003. He worked as a Key Account Manager for three years, followed by a two-year tenure as Voice Account Manager in the Airtel Enterprise Services division. He then transitioned to a Channel Manager role for a year before taking on the position of Zonal Sales Manager for Postpaid Retail from 2009 to 2013. He has been Zonal Sales Manager for Prepaid since 2013.
Education and Expertise
Abhinav Kumar studied at the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, one of India's premier business schools. He also attended the Principal L.N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research in Mumbai, where he completed his studies from 1999 to 2001. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in retail management and sales strategy.
Career Timeline
Abhinav Kumar's career at Airtel spans over two decades, beginning in 2003. He has progressively advanced through various roles, accumulating extensive experience in retail and enterprise services. His career trajectory includes significant positions that have contributed to his current leadership role in retail operations.