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PRADEEP  REYYA

PRADEEP REYYA

Mumbai

Summary

Dynamic Marketing Leader with extensive experience at Reliance Retail LTD, specializing in promotional advertising and vendor negotiations. Successfully led innovative campaigns that significantly increased market share and strengthened brand visibility. Skilled in strategic planning and cross-functional team leadership, with a strong aptitude for deadline management and creative problem-solving. Committed to driving growth through impactful marketing strategies.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing Consultant

KD Kingdong Group
Mumbai
07.2024 - Current
  • Planning and executed events and marketing programs to increase qualified leads.
  • Increase brand awareness by developing and executing targeted marketing campaigns.
  • Enhance customer engagement with effective social media management and content creation.
  • Consulting with clients on business issues and developed innovative, high-impact proposals.
  • Conducting market research and reported on clients' competition.
  • Implementing creative solutions to address unique challenges faced by clients in a variety of industries.
  • Providing expert guidance on branding strategy to establish consistent messaging across all platforms and touchpoints.
  • Developing comprehensive marketing plans for clients, incorporating a mix of traditional and digital tactics for optimal results.
  • Boost sales revenue through the implementation of innovative promotional strategies and events.
  • Consulting with clients on business issues and developed innovative proposals.
  • Managed campaigns for various clients that consistently exceeded sales goals.

Head ATL & BTL

Nilkamal
Mumbai
11.2023 - 06.2024
  • As the Head of Media Planning for both Above the Line (ATL) and Below the Line (BTL) activities, my role is crucial in developing and executing comprehensive media strategies to effectively reach our target audience and achieve our marketing objectives.
  • Developed and implemented event plans, including budgets, venues, catering, décor, entertainment and special guests.
  • Developing integrated media plans that encompass both ATL and BTL channels to maximize brand visibility and engagement.
  • Collaborating with internal teams and external partners to understand campaign objectives, target audience, and budget constraints.
  • Conducting market research and analysis to identify key trends, opportunities, and consumer insights that will inform media planning decisions.
  • Overseeing the implementation of media plans across various channels, including traditional (TV, radio, print), and digital (social media, online advertising).
  • Monitoring and optimizing media performance to ensure campaigns are delivering on KPIs and objectives.
  • Managing relationships with media vendors, negotiating rates, and securing optimal placements for our campaigns.
  • Staying up-to-date on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in media planning to drive innovation and efficiency.
  • Proficient in managing the creation and processing of purchase orders and purchase requests.
  • Oversee social media marketing.
  • Designing marketing calender for the year and executing the same on time with in the budget.
  • Making Budget for next 5 years plan.

Marketing Manager

Reliance Retail LTD
1 1 - 11.2023
  • Managed the West region for Reliance Digital, overseeing 500+ My JIO stores.
  • Implemented innovative event themes and concepts, enhancing attendee engagement and experience.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure best pricing and services.
  • Planned and executed all store activities, ensuring footfall targets were met for each assigned area.
  • Proposed monthly plans, submitting them by mid-month, and provided outcome reports and learnings for approved activities.
  • Led and managed initiatives for new store openings, ensuring the timely implementation of visual merchandising (VM).
  • Coordinated with vendors and store personnel to oversee in-store VMs and activities, maintaining store hygiene.
  • Raised purchase requisitions (PR) and purchase orders (PO) in a timely manner.
  • Aligned marketing activities with corporate objectives by coordinating marketing, sales, and IT processes.
  • Secured sponsorships with related and partnering entities to enhance marketing objectives.
  • Developed insights on marketing campaigns to assess performance against goals.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction ratings, increased client retention, grew market share, and decreased lag time by implementing process improvements.
  • Implemented new product line launches through strategic advertising projects, marketing tactics, and social media alliances.
  • Managed centralized marketing resources for the entire area.

Regional Manager

Tbz The Original
07.2017 - 08.2018
  • Managed Pan-India mall stores and standalone stores in Mumbai, overseeing all aspects of in-store branding and visual merchandising (VM) elements for store launches.
  • Monitored event trends and competitor activities, adapting strategies to maintain competitive edge.
  • Developed and executed marketing strategies for regional stores to drive sales and enhance brand presence.
  • Led end-to-end exhibition management for the brand, successfully driving sales and brand awareness.
  • Conducted innovative Below-the-Line (BTL) activities to engage customers and boost sales.
  • Planned and executed comprehensive media strategies, including Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising, and TV commercial (TVC) shoots.
  • Managed budgeting processes to ensure efficient allocation of resources for various marketing initiatives.

Area Marketing Manager

Shoppers Stop Ltd
02.2013 - 08.2017
  • Developed and executed Above-the-Line (ATL) campaigns in alignment with the promotions calendar.
  • Designed and implemented local event calendars and promotions, tailoring events to local markets.
  • Executed national campaigns, ensuring consistent brand messaging across all regions.
  • Introduced new marketing campaign concepts to drive brand engagement and sales.
  • Conducted competition mapping and catchment analysis to refine marketing strategies.
  • Managed public relations (PR) activities and collaborated with creative agencies to produce compelling content.
  • Coordinated Space on Rent (SOR) activities to generate additional income for stores.
  • Secured Space on Hire (SOH) deals to generate revenue for the company.
  • Worked closely with the in-store advertising department to optimize promotional efforts.
  • Sourced promotional gifts from brands for store use, enhancing customer engagement during promotions.
  • Established partnerships with different brands as part of the loyalty program.
  • Conducted customer dipstick surveys after every promotion and offer to gather feedback.
  • Categorized promotions into types such as festival promotions and cash memo promotions for better targeting.
  • Oversaw photo shoots for magazine features to maintain high-quality brand representation.
  • Developed innovative and targeted collateral to support overall branding objectives.
  • Built and strengthened strategic relationships with vendors and advertising agencies to enhance marketing efforts.

Asst Manager

Housefull International.Ltd
04.2011 - 01.2013

· Coordinate with category department for inputs in the campaign.

  • Involved in various other activities like – Competitor Mapping, maintaining database, footfall tracking
  • Communicate campaign details to internal team.
  • Planning of various promotions as per the Marketing Calendar & assist in execution of the same at Store level
  • Coordinating with various Vendors & ensuring timely dispatch of marketing collaterals
  • Responsible for all BTL activities & media planning of all ATL activities & assisting in finalizing the marketing budgets / plans
  • Get creative done by graphics team for newspaper ads and for branding.
  • Planning & execution of various promotion.
  • New store launch marketing planning for same.
  • Experience in conceptualizing and managing photo shoots of products.

E-commerce Website Management & Social Media Marketing:

  • Apart from offline Houseful store I am also handling the Online Houseful store. I was in core team for launching website.
  • Responsible for monthly product and brand photo shoots.
  • Keep site vibrant from creative / merchandising stand point.
  • Launched and managing Online Loyalty program – Email / SMS marketing
  • Digital Marketing strategy, media planning, implementation, communication development campaign management operational response management.

Visual Merchandising and mall branding:

  • Through visual Merchandising I am trying to show my merchandise in most interesting, appealing and seductive way as Housefull is furniture and home décor store.
  • I am responsible for internal display execution & maintenance of principal focal points.
  • I have to supervise installation of marketing and event promotions. My marketing communication and the store VM needs to be in sync.
  • I am responsible to make the look and feel of store in sync with brand image.
  • Developed innovative and targeted collateral to support overall branding objectives.
  • Created company brand messaging, collateral materials, customer events, promotional strategies and product commercialization.

Event Manager

Leo Burnett
Mumbai
01.2010 - 12.2010
  • Documented events with details in customer preferences, financial considerations and successes and failures.
  • Handled client questions and concerns via different communication channels to deliver exceptional customer service.
  • Analyzed event performance data to report ROI and effectiveness to senior management.
  • Monitored event budgets to ensure accuracy and efficiency in spending.
  • Chose facilities, inspected spaces and planned set up and execution to exceed client expectation.
  • Handled the HPCL client for a one-year-long project.

Education

MBA - Marketing

ITM, Southern New Hampshire University
Mumbai , USA, India

Bachelor’s degree - Commerce

Mumbai University
India, Mumbai

Skills

  • Promotional advertising
  • Vendor and contract negotiations
  • Company branding
  • Deadline management
  • Entertainment management
  • Event marketing
  • Marketing campaign management
  • Retail marketing
  • Campaign management
  • P&L management
  • Media buying
  • Advertising management

Additional Information

Best Student Award: Honored with the Best Student Award for outstanding academic and extracurricular achievements.
National Republic Day Parade: Represented the state in the National Republic Day Parade, demonstrating leadership and teamwork on a national stage.
State Parade Representation: Represented Mumbai in the state parade, showcasing dedication and excellence in civic activities.
Hadh Se Aage Award: Received the Hadh Se Aage Award from the Managing Director of Shoppers Stop for exceptional performance and contributions to the company.
Highest Single Day Sale Award: Awarded by the National Head for achieving the highest single day sale, highlighting exceptional sales skills and strategic execution.

Affiliations

National Republic Day Parade: Represented the state in the National Republic Day Parade,demonstrating leadership and teamwork on a national stage.

State Parade Representation: Represented Mumbai in the state parade, showcasing dedication and excellence in civic activities.

Accomplishments

  • Highest Single Day Sale Award: Awarded by the National Head for achieving the highest single daysale, highlighting exceptional sales skills and strategic execution.
  • Hadh Se Aage Award: Received the Hadh Se Aage Award from the Managing Director of Shoppers Stop forexceptional performance and contributions to the company.
  • Best Student Award: Honored with the Best Student Award for outstanding academic and extracurricular achievements.

Languages

English
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Marathi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Telugu
Elementary (A2)
A2

Timeline

Marketing Consultant

KD Kingdong Group
07.2024 - Current

Head ATL & BTL

Nilkamal
11.2023 - 06.2024

Regional Manager

Tbz The Original
07.2017 - 08.2018

Area Marketing Manager

Shoppers Stop Ltd
02.2013 - 08.2017

Asst Manager

Housefull International.Ltd
04.2011 - 01.2013

Event Manager

Leo Burnett
01.2010 - 12.2010

Marketing Manager

Reliance Retail LTD
1 1 - 11.2023

MBA - Marketing

ITM, Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelor’s degree - Commerce

Mumbai University
PRADEEP REYYA