Arnab Chowdhury
Bengaluru
Summary
Results-driven professional with 9 years of experience in the market research and consulting field, specializing in chemicals and materials, construction, manufacturing, and energy. Committed to optimizing consulting operations to deliver efficient and effective recommendations, driving organizational growth and productivity. Demonstrates strong independent decision-making skills and sound judgment, contributing to overall company success. Excels in collaborative problem-solving, risk management, and innovative solutions. Passionate about driving business transformation and conducting comprehensive primary and secondary research. Expertise in market analysis, strategy analysis, and forecasting for chemical and advanced material, construction, and energy industries. Skilled in gathering data from diverse sources and analyzing it to provide valuable insights. Validate findings through consultation with industry experts, ensuring practical and sustainable solutions for clients. Utilizes a wide range of secondary sources such as World Bank, Trademap, Factiva, Bloomberg, Zauba, CIA Factbook, ZoomInfo, BP Stats, Volza, TenderDetail, Project Databases, and more. Proven track record of converting potential clients into long-term partnerships. Successfully manages and executes projects across multiple geographies including North America, Europe, APAC, and the Middle East. Seeking a challenging career opportunity with a progressive organization that allows for the utilization of techno-commercial skills and abilities in the field of business and data analysis.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Market Research Lead
Thermax Global
12.2023 - Current
- Enhanced market research efficiency by streamlining data collection and analysis processes.
- Fostered a culture of research within the team by encouraging experimentation with new techniques and methodologies.
- Led cross-functional teams to design and execute comprehensive market research strategies.
- Gathering valuable qualitative information on customer identification, preferences, requirements, and needs.
- Oversaw budget planning for all market research activities, maximizing cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.
- Managed complex databases of consumer information, ensuring accuracy and compliance with privacy regulations.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to identify key research objectives aligned with business goals.
- Increased customer satisfaction levels by delivering timely and actionable market insights.
- Implemented advanced analytical tools for more accurate market trend predictions.
- Generated detailed reports on market trends, enabling informed decisions about product development and marketing campaigns.
- Provided data-driven recommendations to executive leadership, influencing key decision-making processes.
- Evaluated competitor strategies through thorough industry analysis, strengthening company''s competitive positioning.
- Identified emerging market opportunities, driving growth and expansion initiatives.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to align research findings with overall business strategies.
Assistant Manager
Allied Analytics
01.2023 - Current
- Supervised day-to-day consulting operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitoring and reviewing client reports, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Document project progress to fulfill project requirements and establish traceability.
- Maintain tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
- Led team meetings to assess project progress and plan appropriately to meet delivery targets.
- Leading and assisting in conducting effective research through desk based approach as well as primary research approach
- Identified and resolved risks to minimize project disruption.
- Plan, monitor and analyze project costs to meet financial goals and client timeline.
- Handling client queries and calls, providing constructive proposal & decks as per client requirements; Client servicing operations
- Mentoring team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Team handling of 3-4 leads, analysts, and associates and promoting effective research outcomes
- Generating scope for repeat business through exceptional client servicing and responding to client concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
Senior Consultant
Arizton, Sirius Management Consulting
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Identifying high growth and niche markets; executing projects in the Chemicals & Advanced Materials and Energy Sectors
- Publishing Articles, and Newsletters on niche and upcoming technologies, chemicals, and latest advancements in above mentioned sectors
- Presenting white papers and initiating discussions in various industry related groups and industry experts
- Execution and delivering India as well as US & Europe based consulting projects
- Preparation of targeted Samples and Technical Brochures related to Chemicals, and Energy Sector
- Handling team of 4 analysts for proper execution and completion of projects
- Value addition to reports through in-depth analysis and close to accurate market research
- Proficient handling of client requests, client calls, and presentations leading to impactful deliverables and client on-boarding
Associate, Analyst and then Senior Analyst
MarketsandMarkets Pvt. Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Identifying key markets and trends of particular products in O&G, power, chemical and advanced materials sector for commencement of study
- Analyzing past and present trends of products from several secondary sources and white papers to forecast future outcomes
- Presenting white papers and initiating discussions in various industry related groups
- Execution of US and Europe based consulting projects related to chemicals and energy sector
- Client on-boarding, client proposal decks, client calls, and understanding proper requirements of clients
- Effective sales support and resolving client pain points associated with particular projects and providing effective and insightful solutions to their interest areas
- Conducting research and analysis, preparing decks, on client requirements and providing solutions which have positive impact on client’s revenue growth
- Leading team of 3 analysts; promoting strong culture of standard and efficient market analysis processes as part of global values
- Worked varied hours to meet seasonal and business needs
- Discovered root causes of problems and identified appropriate solutions
- Analysis of daily progress to identify and correct areas needing improvement
- Researched and adopted new technologies to add value to existing offerings
Engineer
Jaypee Group
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Worked with Jaypee Group, at post of Engineer 1 and 2
- Responsibilities included planning, work execution, and commissioning of Cooler segment of Cement production unit as Engineer 1
- Installation, commissioning and operation of 2*60 MW captive power plant as Engineer 2
- Review of installation procedure, equipment & design checks and reviewing of daily progress for achieving targets
Engineer
ETA MnE
01.2008 - 01.2009
- In charge of HVAC installations, and Instrumentation including installation of air ducts, ventilation systems, air conditioning, systems, and sensors systems.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
- Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components.
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
Education
MBA - Power Management
University of Petroleum And Energy Studies
Dehradun2015
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
Oriental Institute of Science And Technology
Bhopal2008
Skills
- Consulting and advisory services and project specific report preparation
- Market Approach Identification, Market Engineering, Company Profiling
- GTM Strategy for companies, Entry Strategy, Product vs Application fit analysis, Cost Analysis, Value Chain Analysis
- Report Writing, Quality Review, Query Analysis and Resolution
- Market Assessment and Forecast Secondary Research and analysis, Primary research
- Client Deck & Presentations, Client Handling, Client Start-to-end servicing, Client On-Boarding
- Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Data analysis, SQL
- Consulting, Custom Projects, and Syndicated Projects
Accomplishments
- Published white paper on Solar PV and Solar Thermal Energy in International Journal of Scientific & Research Publications by topic name: “Solar Energy Fundamentals and Challenges in Indian Restructured Power Sector”
- Proposed paper at FILTECH – 2016, Germany, on membrane technology, by topic name: “Novel Biodegradable Nano-particle based Aerosol Polymer Membrane for Water and Soil Conservation”
- Published white paper article on Niche Applications for Aerospace Lubricants in Lube Media Magazine by topic name: “The Changing Landscape of Aerospace Lubricants”
Languages
Bengali
Elementary (A2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Projects
- 5G in Oil & Gas
- 5G in Mining
- Asset Tracking Market, Singapore
- Asset Management in Oil & Gas
- Modular Construction Market, Germany
- Waterproofing Market, ASEAN region
- Water Treatment Market, Global
- Medical Plastics Market, North America
- Animal Feed Additives Market, Volume Customization, Global
- Green Hydrogen Market, Global
- Water Management Project, India
- Digital Printing Project, India & Bangladesh
- Cybersecurity Market, Global
Timeline
Market Research Lead
Thermax Global
12.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager
Allied Analytics
01.2023 - Current
Senior Consultant
Arizton, Sirius Management Consulting
01.2022 - 12.2022
Associate, Analyst and then Senior Analyst
MarketsandMarkets Pvt. Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2022
Engineer
Jaypee Group
01.2009 - 01.2012
Engineer
ETA MnE
01.2008 - 01.2009
MBA - Power Management
University of Petroleum And Energy Studies
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
Oriental Institute of Science And Technology