Sathish Kannan
About Sathish Kannan
Sathish Kannan is a Manager at Bharti Airtel Limited, with extensive experience in sales and channel management. He has a background in enhancing dealer networks and increasing market share, particularly during his tenure at Asian Paints Limited.
Work at Airtel
Sathish Kannan has been employed at Bharti Airtel Limited as Manager - Channels since 2010. In this role, he oversees channel management and works to enhance distribution strategies within the organization. His extensive experience in sales and relationship management contributes to his effectiveness in this position.
Professional Background
Sathish Kannan has a diverse professional background. He worked at Asian Paints Limited for a total of seven years in various roles, including Senior Officer - Home Solutions and Territory Sales In-charge. His responsibilities included managing dealer networks and enhancing market share. Prior to his tenure at Asian Paints, he served as Branch Manager at ING Life Insurance from 2007 to 2011.
Education and Expertise
Sathish Kannan studied at PSG College of Arts & Science, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree with a focus on Marketing from 1997 to 2000. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in sales and marketing, which he has applied throughout his career.
Achievements in Sales Management
During his time at Asian Paints, Sathish Kannan significantly enhanced the dealer network in Coimbatore by installing six Dealer Tinting Systems. He also increased the market share of Asian Paints from 40% to 65% while managing around 100 dealers across 12 towns in Vellore. His contributions included designing promotional activities aimed at improving dealer engagement.