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Gurugram

Gurugram, Haryana, India

Spearhead P&L management, driving sales and margin optimization through strategic pricing and promotion initiatives.Leading the strategic direction and execution of buying and merchandising initiatives, ensuring alignment with brand identity and customer preferencesOversee the development and implementation of e-commerce strategies aimed at enhancing user experience, increasing conversion rates, and driving online sales growth.Implement data-driven approaches to monitor… Show more Spearhead P&L management, driving sales and margin optimization through strategic pricing and promotion initiatives.Leading the strategic direction and execution of buying and merchandising initiatives, ensuring alignment with brand identity and customer preferencesOversee the development and implementation of e-commerce strategies aimed at enhancing user experience, increasing conversion rates, and driving online sales growth.Implement data-driven approaches to monitor performance metrics, analyze customer behavior, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement and business expansion Show less

Gurugram, Haryana, India

Lead P&L management efforts, enhancing GMV and optimizing margins through strategic category management, merchandising, sourcing, pricing and promotional initiatives.# Category Strategy & Planning #Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies aligned with overall business objectives drive revenue and increase market share for all the key categories like Cake, Flowers, Plants, Personalized, Gift Hampers & many othersCreate long-term and short-term plans that… Show more Lead P&L management efforts, enhancing GMV and optimizing margins through strategic category management, merchandising, sourcing, pricing and promotional initiatives.# Category Strategy & Planning #Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies aligned with overall business objectives drive revenue and increase market share for all the key categories like Cake, Flowers, Plants, Personalized, Gift Hampers & many othersCreate long-term and short-term plans that incorporate market trends, customer preferences, and competitive positioning.# Assortment Management #Curate and diversify an appealing assortment of gifting products tailored to various occasions, audiences, and price points.Drive product lifecycle management by launching new products and phasing out underperforming ones, leveraging data-driven insights.# Supplier and Brand Management #Cultivating and fostering robust relationships with suppliers and vendors to guarantee a dependable and innovative product supply chain.Negotiating advantageous terms, securing exclusive offerings, and sustaining a thriving supplier ecosystem.# Team Leadership & Development #Spearheading and motivating a high-performing team, offering guidance, mentorship, and cultivating a culture of collaboration.Recognizing team members' strengths and areas for improvement, championing their professional growth and development. Show less

Delhi, India

Lead P&L management efforts, enhancing GMV and optimizing margins through strategic category management, merchandising, sourcing, pricing and promotional initiatives.# Category Strategy & Planning #Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies aligned with overall business objectives drive revenue and increase market share for all the key categories like Cake, Flowers, Plants, Personalized, Gift Hampers & many othersCreate long-term and short-term plans that… Show more Lead P&L management efforts, enhancing GMV and optimizing margins through strategic category management, merchandising, sourcing, pricing and promotional initiatives.# Category Strategy & Planning #Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies aligned with overall business objectives drive revenue and increase market share for all the key categories like Cake, Flowers, Plants, Personalized, Gift Hampers & many othersCreate long-term and short-term plans that incorporate market trends, customer preferences, and competitive positioning.# Assortment Management #Curate and diversify an appealing assortment of gifting products tailored to various occasions, audiences, and price points.Drive product lifecycle management by launching new products and phasing out underperforming ones, leveraging data-driven insights.# Supplier and Brand Management #Cultivating and fostering robust relationships with suppliers and vendors to guarantee a dependable and innovative product supply chain.Negotiating advantageous terms, securing exclusive offerings, and sustaining a thriving supplier ecosystem.# Team Leadership & Development #Spearheading and motivating a high-performing team, offering guidance, mentorship, and cultivating a culture of collaboration.Recognizing team members' strengths and areas for improvement, championing their professional growth and development. Show less

Gurgaon, India

Category Expertise - Home & Kitchen | Home Furnishing | Spearhead the PnL management of General Merchandise categories, driving GMV and margin optimization through strategic pricing and promotion initiatives.Lead cross-functional teams in developing and executing annual business plans, setting ambitious targets for AOV, customer penetration, and user engagement within the category.Negotiate favorable terms and agreements with vendors and suppliers to ensure competitive… Show more Category Expertise - Home & Kitchen | Home Furnishing | Spearhead the PnL management of General Merchandise categories, driving GMV and margin optimization through strategic pricing and promotion initiatives.Lead cross-functional teams in developing and executing annual business plans, setting ambitious targets for AOV, customer penetration, and user engagement within the category.Negotiate favorable terms and agreements with vendors and suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, product quality, and availability, driving profitability and strengthening partnerships.Drive the development and implementation of private label programs, enhancing brand recognition, and increasing customer loyalty.Oversee category merchandising strategies, including product assortment planning, inventory management, and visual merchandising, to optimize customer experience and drive sales performance.Provide strategic guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvementSpearhead the market place business to drive profitability and better customer offering Show less

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Lead the development and execution of buying and merchandising strategies for the General Merchandise category, encompassing a diverse range of productsConduct in-depth market analysis, consumer behavior research, and competitive benchmarking to identify emerging trends and capitalize on market opportunities.Drive product assortment planning, selection, and pricing strategies to optimize sales performance, enhance product visibility, and improve profitability.Cultivate… Show more Lead the development and execution of buying and merchandising strategies for the General Merchandise category, encompassing a diverse range of productsConduct in-depth market analysis, consumer behavior research, and competitive benchmarking to identify emerging trends and capitalize on market opportunities.Drive product assortment planning, selection, and pricing strategies to optimize sales performance, enhance product visibility, and improve profitability.Cultivate strong relationships with suppliers and vendors, negotiating favorable terms, contracts, and promotional agreements to ensure product availability, quality, and competitive pricing.Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including marketing, operations, and finance to align buying and merchandising strategies with overall business objectives and financial targets.Utilize advanced analytics and performance metrics to monitor category performance, identify areas for improvement, and drive continuous optimization efforts. Show less

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Lead the strategic planning and execution of category initiatives to drive sales growth and market share expansion across multiple product segmentsConduct thorough market analysis, consumer research, and competitive benchmarking to identify emerging trends and capitalize on market opportunities.Develop and implement assortment strategies, pricing optimization, and promotional campaigns to drive product visibility and increase customer engagement.Forge and nurture… Show more Lead the strategic planning and execution of category initiatives to drive sales growth and market share expansion across multiple product segmentsConduct thorough market analysis, consumer research, and competitive benchmarking to identify emerging trends and capitalize on market opportunities.Develop and implement assortment strategies, pricing optimization, and promotional campaigns to drive product visibility and increase customer engagement.Forge and nurture strategic partnerships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms, and fostering collaborative relationships to ensure product quality, availability, and exclusivity.Utilize data-driven insights and performance metrics to monitor category performance, identify areas for improvement, and drive continuous optimization efforts.Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including merchandising, marketing, and operations to ensure alignment of category strategies with overall business objectives. Show less

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies aligned with overall business objectives, driving revenue growth and market share expansion.Conduct in-depth market analysis and consumer research to identify emerging trends, competitive landscape, and customer preferences.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including merchandising, marketing, and operations to optimize product assortments, pricing strategies, and promotional initiatives.Cultivate strong… Show more Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies aligned with overall business objectives, driving revenue growth and market share expansion.Conduct in-depth market analysis and consumer research to identify emerging trends, competitive landscape, and customer preferences.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including merchandising, marketing, and operations to optimize product assortments, pricing strategies, and promotional initiatives.Cultivate strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and exclusivity agreements to ensure competitive advantage and product differentiation.Utilize data analytics and performance metrics to monitor category performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and make data-driven decisions.Lead product lifecycle management including assortment planning, SKU rationalization, and inventory optimization to minimize stockouts and excess inventory. Show less

Erode, Tamil Nadu, India

Spearhead day-to-day operations of multiple retail locations, ensuring smooth and efficient store functioning.Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and standards to uphold brand image and improve service delivery.Oversee inventory management processes, including stock replenishment, cycle counts, and merchandise displays to optimize sales and minimize losses.Lead recruitment, training, and performance management initiatives to build high-performing… Show more Spearhead day-to-day operations of multiple retail locations, ensuring smooth and efficient store functioning.Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and standards to uphold brand image and improve service delivery.Oversee inventory management processes, including stock replenishment, cycle counts, and merchandise displays to optimize sales and minimize losses.Lead recruitment, training, and performance management initiatives to build high-performing teams focused on delivering exceptional customer service.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute marketing campaigns, promotions, and events to drive foot traffic and increase sales revenue.Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions to enhance store performance. Show less

Ernakulam, Kerala, India

Lead cross-functional teams in developing and implementing supply chain strategies to streamline operations and reduce costs.Oversee end-to-end logistics processes, including procurement, warehousing, distribution, and transportation management.Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to negotiate contracts, optimize pricing, and ensure timely delivery of goods.Implement inventory control systems to minimize excess inventory and improve inventory turnover… Show more Lead cross-functional teams in developing and implementing supply chain strategies to streamline operations and reduce costs.Oversee end-to-end logistics processes, including procurement, warehousing, distribution, and transportation management.Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to negotiate contracts, optimize pricing, and ensure timely delivery of goods.Implement inventory control systems to minimize excess inventory and improve inventory turnover rates.Utilize data analytics and forecasting tools to anticipate demand trends and optimize inventory levels.Continuously evaluate and enhance supply chain performance through KPI monitoring and process optimization initiatives. Show less

Mba, Marketing & Finance

Activities and Societies: Active member of Placement Committee Completed my MBA in Marketing and Finance from Rajagiri School.

Bachelor'S Degree, Microbiology, 9.6 Cgpa

Activities and Societies: Outperforming Student Talent Scholarship Winner Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology.