Karan Chaudhary Email and Phone Number

Oversee buying and merchandising activities.Negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal terms.Manage vendor relationships to ensure quality and reliability.Supervise production processes to meet deadlines and standards.Monitor and maintain WIP status to ensure smooth and on time operations.

Technical Skills:Data Analysis: Leveraged POS data from Microsoft Excel, SAP (MM) and QlikView to plan assortment and launch the new silver line jewelry collection.Inventory Management: Optimized material planning, demand forecasting, and stock control by managing inventory levels and initiating advance buying as needed.Non-Technical Skills:Project Management: Successfully spearheaded the launch of the silver line jewelry collection, ensuring timely execution and adherence to budget.Problem-Solving: Identified and solved sourcing and production challenges by implementing width buying strategy in the jewelry category, resulting in a 20% sales increase within 2 months.Organization: Proficiently prioritized tasks, managed deadlines effectively, and ensured smooth project execution.Teamwork: Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams (IT, Legal, Production, Supply Chain) within BIBA to achieve common goals.Communication: Presented data insights and project updates to key stakeholders in clear and concise language.Research: Conducted market research to understand trends and identify customer preferences for the new jewelry line.

Technical Skills:Market Research: Conducted physical surveys in Punjab, and analyzed online data to assess customer awareness of Bemberg fiber dupattas and scarves.Data Analysis: Analyzed survey responses (90% female, 10% male) to identify key insights on bemberg fibre dupatta awareness, preferences, and challenges.Reporting: Developed comprehensive reports summarizing findings and actionable recommendations.Non-Technical Skills:Communication: Conducted in-depth customer interviews and effectively communicated with diverse stakeholders.Problem-Solving: Identified gaps in Bemberg fiber product offerings and proposed solutions as expansion in color choices, seasonal variation in product.Analysis: Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data to draw meaningful conclusions and actionable insights.Teamwork: Collaborated effectively with the Wazir team to achieve project goals.

-Worked as a Marketing Executive in a Yarn & Fabric sourcing startup based in Chandigarh wherein I assisted Sourcing Head in Sourcing Yarns & Fabrics for International and Domestic markets.