Manikandan Mahadevan
About Manikandan Mahadevan
Manikandan Mahadevan is a Sales Account Executive at Xoxoday, specializing in key accounts, customer retention, and growth in the B2B SaaS sector. He has a strong background in sales management and account development, with previous roles at Crayon, Housing.com, Capillary Technologies, and IIC.
Current Role at Xoxoday
Manikandan Mahadevan currently serves as a Sales Account Executive at Xoxoday, specializing in key accounts, SaaS, customer retention, and growth within the B2B sector. In this role, he leads prospective client calls, sends pitches, and closes new deals. He oversees the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing for new customers and collaborates with internal departments to manage complex sales opportunities. His focus is on managing key accounts across PAN India, emphasizing client relations and driving business growth.
Previous Experience in Sales and Account Management
Before joining Xoxoday, Manikandan worked in various roles that contributed to his expertise in sales and account management. He served as an Account Manager at Crayon from 2018 to 2021, where he was based in Bengaluru. His earlier experience includes positions at Housing.com as a Business Development Associate, Capillary Technologies as a Solutions Consultant, and IIC as an Inside Sales Executive. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in customer engagement and sales strategies.
Educational Background
Manikandan Mahadevan has a diverse educational background. He completed his Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Mechanical Engineering at Kalasalingam University from 2008 to 2012. Following this, he pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing/Marketing Management at the Indian Institute of Planning and Management from 2012 to 2014. Earlier in his education, he studied Mathematics and Computer Science at Maharishi Vidya Mandir, achieving his 12th Grade from 2006 to 2008, and at TVS Academy, where he completed his 10th Grade from 2005 to 2006.
Skills and Responsibilities
In his current role and previous positions, Manikandan has developed a range of skills essential for success in sales and account management. He is adept at developing sales decks and conducting research to prepare for sales calls. His responsibilities include managing key accounts, focusing on client relations, and driving business growth. He has a proven track record of overseeing the full sales cycle and collaborating with various departments to ensure successful sales outcomes.