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KSHITIJ SHARMA

KSHITIJ SHARMA

Consumer Insights Professional | UX Researcher | Product Thinking | 6+ Yrs Experience Across Fintech, Auto, FMCG, E-Com | Bridging Research & Business Growth
New Delhi

Summary

Consumer insights and UX research professional with 6+ years of experience transforming qualitative and mixed-method research into actionable strategies for product, brand, and marketing teams. Skilled at mapping customer journeys, diagnosing brand health, and shaping go-to-market strategies across fintech, automotive, FMCG, and digital platforms. Known for a consultative approach that simplifies complexity and aligns research with business goals.


Now actively transitioning to brand-side roles in consumer insights, UX research, and product strategy—bringing deep empathy for users and a sharp focus on business outcomes.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager - Research

Purple Audacity
08.2023 - 04.2025
  • Led cross-category consumer insight projects (Auto, E-Com, Fintech, FMCG) worth INR 4.5 Cr, shaping product roadmaps, communication strategies, and UX decisions.
  • Designed rapid-turnaround research systems that cut project cycles by 40%, improving decision-making agility.
  • Built customer journey frameworks and brand equity models for brands in competitive markets to increase purchase intent and retention.
  • Managed stakeholder relationships with brand, digital, and product teams—translating insight into action.
  • Led business development and strategic partnerships, generating INR 2.5 Cr+ in annual revenue.

Deputy General Manager - Research

Purple Audacity
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Identified whitespace and crafted consumer segmentation strategies to support product innovation and go-to-market execution.
  • Co-created positioning frameworks and communication testing programs with marketing and creative teams.
  • Supported global insight organizations for brands entering Indian & SEA markets, contributing to international revenue growth by 35%.
  • Mentored a 3-member team and improved delivery quality, linking consumer stories to business KPIs.

Research Manager

Purple Audacity
08.2021 - 07.2022
  • Partnered with e-commerce and D2C teams to decode online shopping behaviors, improving funnel conversion via UX improvements.
  • Co-led qualitative deep dives to uncover category drivers and optimize new product positioning.
  • Repeatedly recognized by clients for actionable storytelling and end-to-end project ownership.

Research Trainee

Purple Audacity
11.2019 - 06.2021
  • Conducted COVID-era research on consumer needs for Amazon and ITC to help reframe digital and product strategy.
  • Worked on large-scale social behavior change programs with NGOs, focusing on youth health and awareness.

Tender Engineer

Three D Integrated Solutions Limited
11.2018 - 10.2019
  • Assisted with online bids, tender submissions for electrical equipment, and the technical aspects of projects.
  • Co-led one of the biggest project in the aviation industry - 'Implementing automation and Aadhar based authentication across 6 different airports' (Digi-Yatra).

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Executive) -

Institute of Management Technology
07.2024 - 2025.08

Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Communication

World College of Technology and Management
08.2014 - 2018.08

Certificate: Fundamentals of UX Research - Fundamentals of UX Research

Coursera

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Accomplishments

Consumer & Market Understanding

  • Consumer Behavior Analysis
  • U&A Studies
  • AAU & Brand Equity Tracking
  • Needs-State & Occasion Mapping
  • Customer Journey Mapping
  • Purchase Driver Identification
  • Market Trend Forecasting
  • Brand Health Tracking
  • Concept & Communication Testing
  • Value Proposition
  • Persona Development
  • Communication Testing
  • Category Entry Points
  • Product-Market Fit
  • CX Audits and mystery shopping


Research Methodologies

  • Qualitative Research (IDIs, FGDs, Immersions)
  • Quantitative Surveys
  • Hybrid/Mixed Methods
  • UX & VoC Research.
  • Netnography
  • Ethnography
  • Digital Diaries


Strategy & Business Impact

  • GTM Strategy
  • Needs-Based Segmentation
  • Value Proposition Design
  • Brand Funnel & Archetype Mapping
  • Pricing & Portfolio Strategy
  • Innovation Planning
  • Competitive Benchmarking
  • Insights-to-Action Planning.


Tools & Frameworks

  • MS Excel
  • PPT
  • 4Ps Framework
  • Brand Funnel
  • JTBD (Jobs-To-Be-Done)
  • Consumer Journey Maps.


Leadership & Collaboration

  • Client & Stakeholder Management
  • Team Mentorship
  • Proposal Development
  • Revenue Ownership
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration (Marketing, Product, CX Teams)
  • Business Development
  • Storytelling & Decision Influence

Timeline

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Executive) -

Institute of Management Technology
07.2024 - 2025.08

General Manager - Research

Purple Audacity
08.2023 - 04.2025

Deputy General Manager - Research

Purple Audacity
08.2022 - 07.2023

Research Manager

Purple Audacity
08.2021 - 07.2022

Research Trainee

Purple Audacity
11.2019 - 06.2021

Tender Engineer

Three D Integrated Solutions Limited
11.2018 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Communication

World College of Technology and Management
08.2014 - 2018.08

Certificate: Fundamentals of UX Research - Fundamentals of UX Research

Coursera
KSHITIJ SHARMAConsumer Insights Professional | UX Researcher | Product Thinking | 6+ Yrs Experience Across Fintech, Auto, FMCG, E-Com | Bridging Research & Business Growth