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Bhubaneswar, Od, In

Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India

Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India

1. Transitioned from the role of Skilling Head (Aug '22 - Oct '22) to the position of Project Head (In-Charge) in Nov '22.2. Currently leading and managing a cross-functional team of 19 members to execute projects totaling Rs.69.5 Crores implemented by the Directorate of Handicrafts, Odisha. Report directly to the Deputy Director, Handicrafts at Directorate of Handicrafts, Odisha.3. Oversee the overall success of various project verticals, including Infrastructure Development, Training… Show more 1. Transitioned from the role of Skilling Head (Aug '22 - Oct '22) to the position of Project Head (In-Charge) in Nov '22.2. Currently leading and managing a cross-functional team of 19 members to execute projects totaling Rs.69.5 Crores implemented by the Directorate of Handicrafts, Odisha. Report directly to the Deputy Director, Handicrafts at Directorate of Handicrafts, Odisha.3. Oversee the overall success of various project verticals, including Infrastructure Development, Training & Skill Development, Design Development, Publicity & Brand Promotion, and Establishment of Market Linkage.4. Manage available resources efficiently, prepare and implement comprehensive execution plans, develop new areas of work with strategic planning, and ensure a high degree of responsiveness to enhance productivity in project interventions.5. Develop and execute skilling modules, ensuring the on-ground execution of over 300 cluster-level training programs.6. Oversee the execution of infrastructure development projects, including Common Facility Centres, State Emporium Shops, Craft Tourism Centres, and the installation of machinery and equipment in the Common Facility Centres.7. Lead the planning and execution of marketing and publicity activities, including exhibitions, social media management, GI tagging of crafts, fashion shows, video films, and other promotional activities.8. Manage external collaborations to ensure high-quality service delivery in a timely manner.9. Coordinate with District administration and State-level Nodal agencies, liaising with top Government officials to ensure the timely completion of projects within scope.10. Perform performance management tasks, undertaking reviews, and setting objectives for all subordinates.11. Prepare reports for the top management, monitoring deadlines, and summarizing project progress. Show less

Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India

Bhubaneswar, Orissa, India

Key Result Areas:1. Worked as Nodal Coordinator & reported to the Project Director of PMU having a cross functional team to execute the SANKALP National Pilot Project: A National pilot project under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Govt of India focused on the execution of comprehensive interventions across golden grass craft for skill & entrepreneurship development of 3128 women artisans of 35 villages in Kendrapara dist, Odisha. The project is getting… Show more Key Result Areas:1. Worked as Nodal Coordinator & reported to the Project Director of PMU having a cross functional team to execute the SANKALP National Pilot Project: A National pilot project under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Govt of India focused on the execution of comprehensive interventions across golden grass craft for skill & entrepreneurship development of 3128 women artisans of 35 villages in Kendrapara dist, Odisha. The project is getting implemented by SIDAC, Bhubaneswar on behalf of HT&H Dept., Govt. of Odisha.2. Liaised & managed more than 10 Govt & pvt partnerships to leverage best support for the implementation of the project activities and interventions. Developed & executed tenders worth 1+ Crs.3. In charge of project partners: IIT, Kanpur (Technology), IIM, Sambalpur (Evaluation), XIM, BBSR (Baseline Survey), M/s Kadam, Kolkata (Design), M/s Orange Bulletin, Kolkata (Brand & Marketing) & KIIT TBI, Bhubaneswar (EDP Partner)4. Took informed decisions regarding strategy, planning, coordination, execution of plans, risks & conflicts management; Drove the development and execution of project plan by working with PMU team to define, sequence, and estimate duration of activities and determine schedules to meet release objective. Was in charge of administration, accounts & finance and establishment related matters of the Project.Value Addition:5. Streamlined & optimized the tender management process for the PMU; Supported in substantive review of written materials and prepare or contribute to written motifs, such as preparation of blueprints for events, MoU, DPR etc.6. Was selected to work on tasks of 7 other agencies under HT&H Dept., GoO to deliver strategic consulting and change management support; Functioned as an internal management consultant to advise the top management on Strategy, Technology and Operations. Developed 15+ tenders worth 50+ Lakhs, 3 MoUs & 5 multi-cr project proposals. Show less

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

1. Led store operations from May’17 to Aug’19 in Soul Space Arena Mall, Mahadevapura, Bangalore;  Categories managed: Men’s wear, sportswear & home categories | Team strength: 50+ associates Annual turnover: 7 Crores+  Exceeded the sales targets set for the Jan’18, May’18, Jun’18, Aug’18, Jan’19, May’19 & Jul’19 and increased the sales base by more than 20% GOLY & featured as the Best Department Manager (Store) for all given months.2. Led store operations from Sep’19 to… Show more 1. Led store operations from May’17 to Aug’19 in Soul Space Arena Mall, Mahadevapura, Bangalore;  Categories managed: Men’s wear, sportswear & home categories | Team strength: 50+ associates Annual turnover: 7 Crores+  Exceeded the sales targets set for the Jan’18, May’18, Jun’18, Aug’18, Jan’19, May’19 & Jul’19 and increased the sales base by more than 20% GOLY & featured as the Best Department Manager (Store) for all given months.2. Led store operations from Sep’19 to Mar’20 in Orion Mall, Brigade Gateway, Bangalore; Categories managed: Women’s wear, kids wear, leather, sports, travel & luggage | Team strength: 90+ associates Annual turnover: 20 Crores+ Exceeded the sales targets set for the Quarter 3 (Oct’19 to Dec’19) & Quarter 4 (Jan’20 – Mar’20) and increased the sales base by 43% percent GOLY and featured as the Best Department Manager (Region).3. Led store operations from Jun’20 to Nov’20 in Orion Mall, Brigade Gateway, Bangalore; Categories managed: Men’s wear | Team strength: 50+ associates Annual turnover: 10+ Crores (Post lockdown)4. Conceptualized & implemented sales & marketing plans for increasing the footfall of customers & driving the business for the store.5. Was responsible for sales, manpower management, inventory control, visual merchandising, planning & coordination, retail marketing, customer service, performance review of salesforce, sales analysis & tracking, projection planning & forecasting and e-commerce etc.; Reviewed store P&L with Unit Head to reduce costs in several areas.6. Selected as the Lead, South region in the IT Infrastructure development project – a switch of software from Merchandise management system (MMS) to SAP for all stores PAN India.7. Felicitated with ‘Hadd Se Aage’ award twice: An Initiative by Shoppers Stop Ltd. for Extra Ordinary Achievements by adhering to the Values of the Organization. Show less

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

2 months Department Manager Training with a shadow stinct programme.

Kolkata Area, India

Completed training on Visual Merchandising, Receiving Bay Training (Inventory Management), Retail Administration, Retail Cashiering, Retail Sales and Marketing, Customer Service and Grievance handling, loyalty program training etc. Achieved the given target for sales, made a tie up consignment and finally got a JOB OFFER.

Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India

Coordinating with Corporates to find best of the opportunities for students of all branches of Engineering and MCA.Coordinating in Campus Recruitment Drives, Training Programs, Industry Institute Interaction Workshops and Conclaves.Contact & Relationship Management.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing & Finance

Activities and Societies: Member of NSS Wing Volunteer in Kolosseum 2K15 & 2K16- B-School fest of KSOM & KIIT-Fest- 2K15 Volunteer.

Bachelor'S Degree, Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Electrical Engineering from Krupajal Engineering College, Bhubaneswar under Biju Patnaik University.