Palash Babre
Mumbai
Summary
Experienced professional skilled in brand/product development, P&L management, inventory control, and marketplace cataloging. Collaborates effectively with ops/finance to optimize processes and ensure timely payments. Proven track record in boosting market share through merchandising strategies, analyzing sales data for growth opportunities, and conducting competitor analysis to maintain market share. Streamlines inventory management for efficiency and cost savings. Ensures consistent online product representation and increases category sales through strategic pricing. Experienced in managing B2B orders, Amazon relationships, and supply management for various platforms. Proficient in generating business reports and responsible for P&L.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Category Manager
Ergode IT Services
08.2022 - Current
- Experienced in brand/product development, P&L management, inventory control, and marketplace cataloging.
- Collaborates with ops/finance for process optimization and timely payments.
- Boosts market share through effective merchandising and visual displays.
- Analyzes sales data to identify growth opportunities and trends.
- Conducts competitor analysis to maintain market share.
Streamlines inventory management for efficiency and cost savings. - Ensures consistent online product representation across channels.
- Increases category sales via strategic pricing.
- Optimizes product assortment based on data-driven decisions.
Leads successful cross-functional marketing campaigns. - Conducted regular competitor analysis to stay ahead of industry trends and maintain market share.
- Preparing business reports & publishing to management.
Sr. E-com Sourcing Executive
Purplle.com
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Responsible for P&L.
- Efficiently fulfill B2B orders, offering attractive discounts on our platform.
- Manage Amazon relationship, ensuring smooth order fulfillment for 3P brands and our own.
- Handle PB supply management for Nykaa, Amazon, and Cloudtail platforms.
- Monitor inventory levels, ensuring ample stock of fast-moving items and planning distribution strategies.
- Develop and implement liquidation plans for slow-moving products.
- Maintain over 95% in-stock rate and ensure top-selling SKUs have over 60 days' inventory for 3P brands.
- Source and purchase various products for third-party brands, including luxury and Indian items.
- Liaise with vendors to meet demand, optimize lead times, and reduce costs.
- Optimize warehouse operations, negotiate supplier contracts, and ensure compliance with pricing guidelines.
- Coordinate inbound logistics, manage outbound traffic, and track consignments.
- Conduct supplier performance evaluations and implement improvement plans.
- Ensure availability of SKUs before significant sales events and manage gift with purchase requirements.
- Implement vendor managed inventory programs to optimize stock levels.
- Reduce inventory costs by optimizing order quantities and managing stock levels effectively.
- Conduct market analyses to identify trends and risks, and identify new suppliers.
- Create comprehensive reports on sourcing activities for informed decision-making.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement within the supply chain.
- Analyze market conditions to make informed decisions on pricing and purchasing strategies.
- Monitor inventory levels and avoid shortages through timely replenishment.
- Prepare monthly profit and loss performance reports.
- Managed supplier performance through regular reviews and continuous improvement plans.
OT Servicing Implant
Nivea India Pvt.ltd
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Managed top-tier brands and customers across e-commerce, modern trade, and B2B sectors, including Amazon, Cloudtail, Flipkart, Reliance, Big Bazaar, Nykaa, Purple.com, Walmart, and Metro.
- Conducted cataloging on multiple platforms and monitored daily workflow.
- Achieved KPIs including In stock > 90%, Supply FR > 95%, and OTIF > 95%.
- Created SOPs for stock supplies, shelf-life criteria, and storage guidelines.
- Developed rolling forecasts and distribution plans based on sales trends and demand analysis.
- Oversaw stock and order fulfillment, ensuring timely processing and adherence to shelf-life criteria.
- Managed addition of new SKUs and updated product images across marketplaces.
- Generated various reports including MIS, inventory, sales, and order fulfillment reports.
- Provided support to the sales team and fostered strong relationships with top brands.
Process Associate
GEP Pvt.ltd
02.2016 - 07.2018
- Managed MRO (Maintenance Repair & Operation) support and indirect purchasing processes.
- Validated requisitions and handled purchase orders (PR to PO), addressing AP-related queries.
- Maintained trackers for auto and manual purchase orders, ensuring timely acknowledgment from vendors.
- Oversaw stock levels at Kellogg's hub in the USA and managed approximately 40 vendors.
- Conducted regular monitoring of inventory levels and lead times, ensuring timely availability of materials.
- Achieved a 99% in-stock rate at the Kellogg Hub and managed order fulfillment efficiently.
- Performed buyer activities, managed rush orders, and ensured delivery compliance within SLAs.
- Handled order fulfillment, including line-level amendments and maintaining minimum order quantities (MOQs).
- Managed blanket purchase orders and monitored associated contracts and services.
- Handled requests for quotations (RFQs) in the K-buy tool, leading to cost savings.
- Negotiated with material suppliers and carriers to secure favorable rates and established contracts.
- Processed and reviewed invoices, ensuring timely payment release.
- Generated supply performance reports and payment reconciliations.
- Planned inventory and coordinated internal stock movements between Kellogg factories.
- Developed delivery plans and obtained status updates from vendors.
- Updated service and material costs as part of master data management.
- Reduced data entry errors through meticulous attention to detail and flexibility in adapting to changing priorities.
Education
MBA/PGDM -
Bharati Vidyapeeth University, Pune
B.Tech/B.E. - undefined
Nagpur University
Diploma -
Shree Datta Meghe Polytechnic
NagpurXth - undefined
English
Skills
MarketingInventory Management
Supplier negotiation
Performance Tracking
Promotional planning
Data-driven decision-making
Competitor Analysis
Pricing strategy
Sales Analysis
Assortment Optimization
Category development
Vendor Relations
Category growth
Sales Tracking
Supplier Relationship Management
Timeline
Assistant Category Manager
Ergode IT Services
08.2022 - Current
Sr. E-com Sourcing Executive
Purplle.com
04.2021 - 08.2022
OT Servicing Implant
Nivea India Pvt.ltd
08.2019 - 04.2021
Process Associate
GEP Pvt.ltd
02.2016 - 07.2018
MBA/PGDM -
Bharati Vidyapeeth University, Pune
B.Tech/B.E. - undefined
Nagpur University
Diploma -
Shree Datta Meghe Polytechnic
Xth - undefined
English