SELVA KUMAR K

Dealership Operations | Automotive Strategist
Bangalore, IN.

About

With over two decades in automotive dealership leadership, I have progressed from hands-on accessories sales and marketing at Sagar Automobiles and Bimal Auto Agency to building in-house verticals, leading corporate sales, and assuming full P&L ownership across branches at Pratham Motors. Since 2016 at Kalyani Motors, I have spearheaded the Pre-Owned Car vertical—launching outlets, designing structured sourcing ecosystems, optimizing inventory turns and working capital, enforcing compliance/SOP standards, and driving consistent profitability through performance-focused team leadership.

Today, as Assistant General Manager – POC, I am ready to scale my impact at the enterprise level: integrating new and pre-owned operations, enhancing data-driven sourcing and margin resilience, accelerating inventory velocity, and leading multi-location dealership groups toward sustainable growth and long-term value creation.

Work

Kalyani Motors Pvt Ltd
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Assistant General Manager - POC (Pre-Owned Cars)

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Summary

Led comprehensive pre-owned car operations, driving sales growth, optimizing inventory, and enhancing customer satisfaction for a leading automotive dealership.

Highlights

Orchestrated end-to-end pre-owned car sales and procurement, consistently achieving sales targets and expanding market share within a competitive landscape.

Managed a multi-million dollar inventory and optimized working capital for pre-owned vehicles, enhancing stock rotation and minimizing holding costs.

Developed and implemented strategic pricing and marketing initiatives that significantly increased profitability and customer conversion rates for the POC division.

Oversaw daily dealership operations, ensuring stringent compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and high standards of customer service.

Mentored and led a high-performing team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous professional development.

Kalyani Motors Pvt Ltd
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True Value Branch Head

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Summary

Managed full branch operations for the True Value segment, overseeing sales, customer service, and operational efficiency to achieve business objectives and enhance market presence.

Highlights

Achieved substantial revenue and profitability targets as Branch Head, driving overall business growth and market penetration for the True Value segment.

Spearheaded customer retention strategies and service excellence initiatives, resulting in demonstrably enhanced customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Managed the branch's P&L, implementing effective cost control measures and optimizing resource allocation to improve operational margins.

Ensured rigorous adherence to audit, compliance, and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) standards, maintaining operational integrity and mitigating risk.

Pratham Motors Pvt Ltd
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True Value POC Head

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Summary

Headed the Pre-Owned Car (POC) division for the Pratham Group, responsible for strategic planning, sales, and operational excellence across multiple outlets.

Highlights

Developed and executed strategic plans for the True Value POC division, contributing to increased sales volume and profitability across the group's network.

Managed a diverse portfolio of pre-owned car inventory, implementing effective sourcing, valuation, and sales strategies to maximize asset utilization.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams and branch managers to standardize operational procedures, enhance customer experience, and ensure consistent brand delivery.

Pratham Motors Pvt Ltd
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Branch Manager (HBR TV Outlet)

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Summary

Directed all operational aspects of the HBR True Value outlet, focusing on sales performance, team leadership, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Highlights

Managed daily operations of the HBR True Value branch, consistently exceeding monthly sales quotas for pre-owned vehicles.

Led and motivated a team of sales and support staff, implementing training programs that improved team productivity and customer engagement.

Implemented local marketing and promotional initiatives to drive foot traffic and increase conversion rates at the outlet.

Pratham Motors Pvt Ltd
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Manager True Value

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Summary

Managed True Value sales and operations, focusing on achieving targets and optimizing the customer buying experience for pre-owned vehicles.

Highlights

Managed True Value sales operations, consistently achieving individual and contributing to team sales targets for pre-owned vehicles.

Streamlined customer interaction and sales processes, enhancing satisfaction and contributing to positive brand perception.

Coordinated effectively with inventory and service teams to ensure smooth vehicle delivery and comprehensive after-sales support.

Pratham Motors Pvt Ltd
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Manager Corporate Sales (Queens Road)

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Summary

Drove corporate sales initiatives from the Queens Road branch, building robust client relationships and securing significant bulk vehicle sales.

Highlights

Cultivated and managed key corporate accounts, resulting in significant bulk vehicle sales and fostering long-term client relationships.

Developed tailored sales proposals and presentations for corporate clients, effectively addressing their fleet requirements and securing new contracts.

Achieved consistent sales targets within the corporate segment, strategically expanding the dealership's business-to-business footprint.

Pratham Motors Pvt Ltd
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Manager Accessories

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Summary

Oversaw the accessories division, managing inventory, sales, and customer service to enhance vehicle value and drive departmental profitability.

Highlights

Managed the accessories department, driving sales and profitability by effectively promoting value-added products to customers.

Optimized inventory levels for automotive accessories, reducing obsolescence and significantly improving stock turnover rates.

Trained and coached sales staff on product knowledge and effective upselling techniques, contributing to increased accessory attachment rates.

Sagar Automobiles
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Executive Accessories - Sales and Marketing

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Summary

Executed sales and marketing strategies for automotive accessories, contributing to revenue growth and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Highlights

Implemented targeted sales and marketing plans for automotive accessories, consistently achieving monthly sales objectives.

Engaged directly with customers to understand their needs and recommend appropriate accessories, thereby enhancing their vehicle ownership experience.

Supported various promotional activities and designed compelling showroom displays to maximize visibility and drive sales of accessories.

Education

Pondicherry University
Pondicherry, Puducherry, India

MBA

Marketing

St. Joseph's College, Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka, India

BA

Certificates

Insurance Training (100 Hours)

Issued By

National Insurance Academy

Skills

Leadership

Team Leadership, Performance Culture.

Strategy & Planning

Sourcing & Procurement Strategy, Sales & Pre-Owned Car Vertical Strategy, Dealership Operations Oversight.

Financial Management

Revenue Growth & Margin Expansion, Cost Optimization & Expense Control, Inventory & Working Capital Management.

Operations & Compliance

KPI & MIS Governance, Audit, Compliance & SOP Standardization.