Ashwin Shanker is a distinguished leader in sales and revenue operations, currently serving as the Senior Director of APJ Sales Operations at NetApp. With over 25 years of experience in the technology sector, Ashwin has honed his expertise in driving operational excellence and strategic transformation...
Ashwin Shanker is a distinguished leader in sales and revenue operations, currently serving as the Senior Director of APJ Sales Operations at NetApp. With over 25 years of experience in the technology sector, Ashwin has honed his expertise in driving operational excellence and strategic transformation across various multinational corporations. In his current role, he partners closely with the Senior Vice President of APJ to oversee comprehensive business operations support for the Field Sales teams across the region. This includes formulating and executing robust sales strategies, establishing operational rhythms, and managing sales cadence to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Under Ashwin's leadership, the APJ Sales Operations team is dedicated to enhancing forecasting accuracy, optimizing order management processes, and leveraging Salesforce (SFDC) for effective opportunity and pipeline management. His commitment to delivering actionable sales insights plays a pivotal role in achieving the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and driving revenue growth. Ashwin's proficiency in predictive analytics and modeling enables him to identify market trends and inform data-driven decision-making, ensuring that the sales teams are well-equipped to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Moreover, Ashwin is passionate about talent management and performance enhancement, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within his team of over 550 professionals. His strategic vision and hands-on approach to business intelligence and project management not only enhance operational efficiency but also empower teams to excel in new business development initiatives. With a proven track record of success, Ashwin Shanker continues to be a transformative force in the sales operations landscape, driving NetApp's growth in the dynamic APJ market.
