Palaniappan Kannan
About Palaniappan Kannan
Palaniappan Kannan is a Sales Strategy Manager at QuEST Global with extensive experience in strategic initiatives, sales operations, and market research.
Title
Palaniappan Kannan serves as a Sales Strategy Manager at QuEST Global. He leverages his extensive experience to drive sales initiatives and business growth for the company.
Company
QuEST Global is an engineering solutions provider with Palaniappan Kannan contributing as the Sales Strategy Manager. The company focuses on offering end-to-end engineering solutions in sectors like aerospace, automotive, energy, and healthcare.
Education and Expertise
Palaniappan Kannan holds an MBA in Finance and Marketing from Bharathidasan Institute of Management Tiruchirapalli and a B.E. in Electrical and Electronics from Anna University. He has a well-rounded expertise in areas such as cloud computing, AI, machine learning, analytics, and robotic process automation (RPA). His educational background and skill set enable him to analyze competitors, manage sales pipelines, and conceptualize new products to meet market demands.
Professional Background
Palaniappan Kannan has a diverse professional background in strategic roles. He previously worked at Nous Infosystems and GENPACT as Senior Manager, focusing on strategic initiatives and organizational strategies. At Infosys, he held roles such as Lead in Strategy and Planning and Senior Associate Consultant, which provided him significant experience in the Bangalore and Mangalore areas. His early career includes positions at Indian Overseas Bank, Cognizant, and as a Management Trainee in various capacities.
Technical and Analytical Skills
Kannan employs advanced technical and analytical skills in his role. His proficiency in new-age technologies and strong abilities in presales, sales operations, pipeline management, and corporate strategy aid in developing customized solutions for clients. His expertise in data interpretation and market research facilitates the creation of strategies that drive business growth and address client-specific needs, especially in the Connected Healthcare sector.