GAURI GANGURDE
Assistant Category Manager
Thane
Summary
To excel in a category management role, dedicated to enhancing sales and profitability. Proficient in market analysis, inventory management, and successful vendor negotiations. Recognized for fostering effective teamwork, adaptability, and consistently delivering impactful results. Skilled in data-driven decision-making, strategic planning, and creating collaborative environments that drive success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Assistant Category Manager - Western Wear
AVENUE SUPERMART LIMITED
04.2023 - Current
- Led strategic lifecycle management of women's western wear categories.
- Drove data-informed product selection and pricing strategies, resulting in an increase in sales revenue within six months.
- Negotiated improved vendor terms, leading to a reduction in procurement costs while maintaining product quality and assortment.
- Identified underperforming products and implemented strategies to improve their performance or transition them out of the assortment.
- Assisted in developing annual budgets that aligned with company goals and objectives.
- Worked closely with store operations teams to address any issues impacting category performance at a local level, tailoring strategies as needed for specific locations or regions.
- Conducted regular competitor analysis to stay ahead of industry trends and maintain market share.
Assistant Export Merchandiser
CEBON APPARELS PVT LTD
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed product categories in Nightwear, Lingerie, and Beachwear, planning seasonal ranges.
- Hands-on with ecommerce platforms like Bright pearl.
- Maintained supplier relationships, monitored schedules, and ensured quality control.
- Coordinated with sampling teams for new designs and prototypes, ensuring product innovation.
Education
Masters Business Administration - Marketing Management
Welingkar Institute of Management (We School)
01.2022 - 01.2024
Bachelors Honors Degree - Textile & Apparel Designing
SNDT Women’s University
Diploma in Apparel Merchandising - undefined
SASMIRA Institute
Diploma in Textile Manufacturing - undefined
Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute
01.2016 - 01.2018
Skills
- Trend forecasting and market analysis
- Vendor and supplier management
- Merchandise planning and assortment strategy
- Cost negotiation and budget management
- Product lifecycle
- Critical path management
Extra-Curricular Activities
Coordinator at VASTRA'17 VJTI PR Head at VASTRA'19, VJTI Active participation in various events and competitions in the textile industry Conference participant - TEXTILE ASSOCIATION OF INDIA (TAI)
Interests
Event Management
Traveling
Volunteer Work
Masterclass - Digital Marketing Fundamentals from IIDE
Completed Masterclass on Digital Marketing Fundamentals from IIDE – The Digital School
- Gained foundational knowledge in SEO, SEM, Social Media Marketing, and Email Marketing
- Learned basics of Google Ads, Meta Ads, and campaign analytics
- Explored content strategy, consumer behavior, and digital branding
- Hands-on assignments and real-world case studies included
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above information is true to the best of my knowledge.
Certification
Digital Marketing Fundamentals
Timeline
Assistant Category Manager - Western Wear
AVENUE SUPERMART LIMITED
04.2023 - Current
Assistant Export Merchandiser
CEBON APPARELS PVT LTD
01.2022 - 01.2023
Masters Business Administration - Marketing Management
Welingkar Institute of Management (We School)
01.2022 - 01.2024
Diploma in Textile Manufacturing - undefined
Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelors Honors Degree - Textile & Apparel Designing
SNDT Women’s University
Diploma in Apparel Merchandising - undefined
SASMIRA Institute
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