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▪ Develop and implement category strategies that align with the overall business objectives of the company▪ Analyze market trends and consumer behavior to identify opportunities for growth and improvement in product offerings▪ Build strong relationships with vendors and negotiate contracts and pricing to ensure optimal cost-effectiveness and quality▪ Monitor inventory levels and develop efficient purchasing plans to maintain adequate stock levels while minimizing waste▪ Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure that product offerings align with the brand's identity and are effectively promoted to customers▪ Monitor and report on the performance of the category, including sales, profitability, and other relevant metrics▪ Manage and develop a team of category specialists and support staff

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

▪ Assist the Food Category Manager in developing and implementing category strategies that align with the overall business objectives of the company▪ Work with vendors to negotiate contracts and pricing to ensure optimal cost-effectiveness and quality▪ Monitor inventory levels and assist in developing efficient purchasing plans to maintain adequate stock levels while minimizing waste▪ Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure that product offerings align with the brand's identity and are effectively promoted to customers▪ Monitor and report on the performance of the food category, including sales, profitability, and other relevant metrics▪ Manage and develop a team of category specialists and support staff in the absence of the Food Category Manager▪ Ensure that all food products comply with safety and regulatory standards

India

Executive category in Future retails – Big Bazaar zonal office Bangalore▪ Management of Vendor & Suppliers ▪ Responsible for price negotiation with vendors.▪ Tracking of material delivery▪ Issue of purchase order. Preparation of rate comparison Chart.▪ Co-ordinate with Supplier for Material & Delivery Status against Purchase Order▪ Preparing Daily, weekly, Monthly sales & inventory reports.▪ Responsible for margin corrections.

Goa, India

● Delivering world class customer service experience and buildingcustomer satisfaction and loyalty,● Taking care of customer request and doing follow ups on the sameto ensure closure.● Designing hamper and platters on orders.● Handling customer queries and complaints,● Responsible for advising, sampling, suggesting, food categorieslike wine, cheese, cold cuts, confectionary● and other imported gourmet food products.● Keeping customer about product availability in the store● Increasing the sales by selling the in-house products.● Taking care of expiry and damages● Training staff on international cuisine and grooming standards.

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

▪ Ensured the safety, legality, and quality of food products at Godrej Nature's Basket as a food specialist.▪ Developed manufacturing processes and recipes for food and drink products, working with both existing and newly-discovered ingredients to invent new recipes and concepts.▪ Maintained a focus on customer needs and expectations, while also considering pricing, vendor relationships, and market knowledge.▪Achieved results-driven outcomes by applying strategic planning and management proficiency, while also building and maintaining strong client relationships.▪Maintained open and effective verbal communication with colleagues, vendors, and customers to ensure smooth operations and successful outcomes.

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Take requests and serve nourishment and drinks to customers at tables.Check with clients to guarantee that they are making the most of theirsuppers and make a move to rectify any issues. Speak with customers toguarantee fulfillment.

Integrated Culinary Cruise Program, Curlinary

● Delivering world class customer service experience and building customer satisfaction and loyalty, ● Taking care of customer request.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Bachelors Of Tourism And Hospitality Management, Hotel, Motel, And Restaurant Management