Samyak Bhandari

State Head - Telangana and Andhra Pradesh for ABInBev | IIM Bangalore | SRCC

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

About

I’m an energetic and driven individual with a deep interest in macro economics and strategy. Currently, I’m heading business in the biggest beer industry of India - Telangana. Prior to this - I’ve lead Sales in key trendsetting cities - Mumbai/ Pune and helped my company build a profitable business via key breakthroughs and iconic deals. I spend a lot of time in developing my team and team members - that’s the number one resource for any company. My vision is to create a culture where people can grow at the pace of their talent, rewarding meritocracy. Apart from work, watching and playing cricket is my favourite pastime.

Experience

  • AB InBev (7 yrs 3 mos)
    • Associate Director - Telangana and Andhra Pradesh
      Nov 2024 - Present · 1 yr 8 mos

    • Associate Director - Telangana
      Oct 2023 - Oct 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo

    • Sales Manager - Mumbai and Pune
      Oct 2021 - Mar 2024 · 2 yrs 6 mos

  • Summer Intern : Core, Beck’s Ice Brand Team at AB InBev India
    Apr 2018 - May 2018 · 2 mos

    Received a Pre-Placement Offer, worked on Beck's Ice launch plan: 1) Formulated Strategic pillars & a state specific Game plan for a 360 launch of an Int'l brand entry 2) Designed 'On Beach Escape Experiences ' & a 3-tiered event model as a part of Shack Attack plan (300+shacks) 3) Devised a distribution plan ( 1k+ pocs ) to generate 443k+ trials via sampling, merchandise, experiential events & visibility plan 4) Identified & liaised with 1% largest trade partners which account for 20%+ market volume