Jitika Gauba Email & Phone Number

Gurugram, Hr, In

Currently, I work as a Category Specialist for Health, Beauty, and Wellbeing, managing four subcategories: Beauty, Grooming, Health & Wellbeing, and Impulse & Clipstrip for The Warehouse and Warehouse Stationery.Key responsibilities include:• Range Planning & Forecasting: Effectively using tools like RPT and PPP to plan and forecast product ranges.• Order & VPO Creation: Managing order processes through systems like OCT and TUI to ensure efficient stock replenishment and… Show more Currently, I work as a Category Specialist for Health, Beauty, and Wellbeing, managing four subcategories: Beauty, Grooming, Health & Wellbeing, and Impulse & Clipstrip for The Warehouse and Warehouse Stationery.Key responsibilities include:• Range Planning & Forecasting: Effectively using tools like RPT and PPP to plan and forecast product ranges.• Order & VPO Creation: Managing order processes through systems like OCT and TUI to ensure efficient stock replenishment and vendor orders.• Product Management & Maintenance: Handling product creation and updates in MDM, CBX, and ensuring accurate attributes for products.This role allows me to balance marketplace and private label product management while ensuring operational accuracy and performance across multiple categories. Show less

As a Category Specialist at The Warehouse Group, I managed the Tech category, focusing on computers, tablets, and Apple products for Noel Leeming. My role centered on driving product lifecycle efficiency and ensuring our pricing strategies remained competitive and customer-focused.Key contributions include:• Strategically setting promotional prices, ensuring they were both competitive and attractive to drive sales, while balancing profitability.• Managing pre-launch… Show more As a Category Specialist at The Warehouse Group, I managed the Tech category, focusing on computers, tablets, and Apple products for Noel Leeming. My role centered on driving product lifecycle efficiency and ensuring our pricing strategies remained competitive and customer-focused.Key contributions include:• Strategically setting promotional prices, ensuring they were both competitive and attractive to drive sales, while balancing profitability.• Managing pre-launch activities, including setting launch dates and coordinating with brands to ensure smooth product introductions.• Regularly updating product descriptions, attributes, and website content, optimizing the digital shopping experience.• Conducting in-depth competition analysis to ensure our products remained market leaders in terms of pricing and positioning.• Working with tools like Prism and Profectus to handle Claims, promotions, RRP changes, cost adjustments, and location-specific pricing to enhance accuracy and relevance.• Collaborating on EOL processes, store notes, and SSL updates to ensure seamless transitions.• Overseeing product creation and maintenance in MDM, ensuring accuracy throughout the product lifecycle.This role allowed me to combine strategic decision-making with hands-on execution, enhancing the category’s market presence while ensuring operational excellence. Show less

Gurugram, Haryana, India

At Jaypore, I served as an Assistant Manager for the Home Category (Private Label), driving both strategic and operational initiatives to enhance brand growth and customer satisfaction.• Implemented OTB and micromerchandising strategies, managed inventory, and created budgeting and purchasing forecasts.• Oversaw 12 Jaypore stores and played a key role in launching 3 new stores.• Collaborated with Marketing, Visual Merchandising, and Planning to execute merchandising… Show more At Jaypore, I served as an Assistant Manager for the Home Category (Private Label), driving both strategic and operational initiatives to enhance brand growth and customer satisfaction.• Implemented OTB and micromerchandising strategies, managed inventory, and created budgeting and purchasing forecasts.• Oversaw 12 Jaypore stores and played a key role in launching 3 new stores.• Collaborated with Marketing, Visual Merchandising, and Planning to execute merchandising strategies.• Developed pricing strategies and promotional plans.• Monitored market trends and analyzed consumer preferences to forecast trends.• Strategized event lineups and product launches.• Managed sourcing and supplier negotiations, working closely with the Head of Buying. Show less

Gurugram, Haryana, India

As an Assistant Buyer for Home (DV) at Jaypore, I managed key aspects of brand onboarding and product procurement.• Negotiated specs, pricing, and deadlines with brands while maintaining strong relationships.• Maximized sales and profitability by analyzing seasonal performance and providing insights for future planning.• Developed competitive retail and pricing strategies, budgets, and purchasing forecasts to stay ahead of market trends.• Streamlined inventory updates and… Show more As an Assistant Buyer for Home (DV) at Jaypore, I managed key aspects of brand onboarding and product procurement.• Negotiated specs, pricing, and deadlines with brands while maintaining strong relationships.• Maximized sales and profitability by analyzing seasonal performance and providing insights for future planning.• Developed competitive retail and pricing strategies, budgets, and purchasing forecasts to stay ahead of market trends.• Streamlined inventory updates and managed discount sheets, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.• Collaborated with various teams to align business goals, select products, and oversee order processing with vendors and logistics teams.• Played a central role in overseeing discount sheets, particularly during End of Season Sales (EOSS).I leveraged my expertise in buying, merchandising, and market analysis to drive growth and achieve exceptional results. Show less

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

As a former Merchandising Administrator at Hudson's Bay Company, I had the opportunity to drive growth and success for the e-commerce Concept brand. I seamlessly transitioned from overseeing Watches, Accessories, and Jewellery to the dynamic Beauty and Cosmetics sector, consistently delivering results. My main responsibilities were:• Proficient in Beauty (Cosmetics and Fragrances) department operations with a focus on high-quality, trend-right, and luxury merchandise.• Successfully… Show more As a former Merchandising Administrator at Hudson's Bay Company, I had the opportunity to drive growth and success for the e-commerce Concept brand. I seamlessly transitioned from overseeing Watches, Accessories, and Jewellery to the dynamic Beauty and Cosmetics sector, consistently delivering results. My main responsibilities were:• Proficient in Beauty (Cosmetics and Fragrances) department operations with a focus on high-quality, trend-right, and luxury merchandise.• Successfully onboarded and maintained 500+ SKUs daily to expand product categories on the website.• Managed workflow dashboard, reported business metrics, and handled marketing aspects, including discounts, offers, and promotions.• Developed and executed business plans for 100+ beauty brands, resulting in the implementation of assortment, merchandising, pricing, and promotion strategies for the e-commerce Concept brand.• Created monthly, quarterly, and annual business plans to deliver on aligned goals, analyzed performance regularly, and incorporated merchandising and marketing calendars in business plans to maximize sales and margin. Show less

Bachelor Of Design, Leather Design | Fashion Communication, 9.2/10

Activities and Societies: • Awarded as Meritorious Student Of The Year • Head Of Fashion Society • Part Of Drama Club

Ce, Graphic Design And Communication, A

Schooling, Humanities, 92%

Activities and Societies: • Subject Topper in Fashion Studies • Subject Topper in Political Science • Part of Drama Society