Devanand KM

Experience

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  Design Pendant

  May 2015 - Apr 2017

  Interior Designer + Site Supervisor
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  SAF Panels LLC

  Nov 2017 - Oct 2019

  Design and Coordinator

  Attend client meetings to understand their requirements and gather a clear design brief for providing a design solution.Planning, preparing and presenting layout drawings and presentations.Responsible for coordinating all parts of the Store Development ProcessTook charge of following up with clients for feedback and making the creative edit accordingly.Responsible to manage Stock Control and Supply chain ordering.Manufacturing process including QAQC of the product along with logistics and Distribution.Collecting information basis client requirements through meetings and follow up sessions.Providing design solution in sync with the client design brief via multiple concepts and execution strategies.Factory management, site supervision and coordination. Show less

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  Eric Builders and Developers

  Jul 2019 - Jul 2021

  Interior Project Leader

  Initial meeting with client and getting clients requirements and needs.Taking site measurements and doing detailed study of the site.Preparation of interior working drawings in AutoCAD in line with BOQ, specification &3D drawings.Preparation of project schedules and material selection for various projects.Monitoring the variation & cost implication works, mentioning the same on the drawing or intimating to the client.Coordination for the sample approval with Sub Contractor & Client.Coordination with mechanical, electrical, plumbing contractors and other consultants whenever required and regular site visit to clarify the doubts of contractors and check quality of work.Responsibility of developing the space planning solutions and expansion on design concepts.Project Preparation & Site Execution. Show less

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  SLEEK INTERNATIONAL PVT. LTD. (ASIAN PAINTS Subsidiary Company)

  Aug 2021 - Aug 2022

  Design and Sales Specialist

  Understanding customers' needs and identifying sales opportunities.Responding to in-store sales enquiries through call, message and email and walk-in customers.Coordination for the drive sales.Responsibility for handling customers and understand their needs.Conducting site visits (client home) for site measurements and installation.Preparing and presenting layout drawings with design using software to the satisfaction for the client.Developing in-depth knowledge of product features and benefits.Utilizing virtual meetings to build relationships with new customers.Advising customers on suitable product selection based on their needs and specifications.Managing existing customers -order updates, follow up on site readiness, installation scheduling, customers query resolutions, taking feedback.Booking orders on software and coordinating for the material dispatch with backend teams.Staying informed about competing products and services.Responsibility to do follow-ups post sales. Show less

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  Dörfen - Well Crafted Doors & Windows

  Oct 2023 - now

  Business Development Officer

  Responsible for developing and implementing strategies to optimize the distribution and sales channels of the company.Analyzing market trends, identifying new opportunities and sustaining solid relationships with company stakeholders & customers.Building and maintaining relationships with architects,contractors and builders.Analyzing sales data,identifying trends and negotiating contracts.Managing inventory levels and ensuring the supply chain is efficient and effective.Conducting market research to identify new business opportunities.Providing insight into product development & competitive positioning. Show less