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Ranjit Adhikary

Ranjit Adhikary

Kolkata

Summary

Seasoned Purchase Manager with background in overseeing procurement processes and managing vendor relationships. Skilled in strategic sourcing, price negotiation, and supply chain management to achieve cost efficiency and timely delivery. Consistently maintained high-quality standards while minimizing risk, contributing to operational efficiency and profitability in previous roles.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchase Manager

Katha-O-Kahini BookSellers Pvt Ltd
Kolkata
03.2023 - Current
  • Purchase order placement and follow up (K- 12) during peak School season.
  • Maintained accurate records of all purchase orders, invoices and contracts.
  • Monitored stock levels and identified purchasing needs.
  • Negotiated with suppliers to obtain the best possible pricing, payment terms and delivery times.
  • Assisted in resolving supply chain problems such as backorders, delayed shipments.
  • Provided training and guidance to junior staff members on purchasing processes.
  • Oversaw the preparation and processing of purchase orders and documents in accordance with company policies.
  • Managed and mentored purchasing department staff to enhance team performance.

Senior Merchandiser

Crossword Bookstores Pvt Ltd
Pune
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Provided guidance to buyers regarding selection of merchandise, pricing and promotional activities.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to ensure competitive prices while maintaining quality standards.
  • Reviewed inventory levels regularly to ensure adequate stock was available without overstocking or understocking items.
  • Conducted store visits to assess merchandising displays and provide feedback on how they could be improved.
  • Forecasted future sales trends based on past performance, current economic conditions and other factors.
  • Attended trade shows and conferences in order to network with potential vendors as well as keep abreast of industry developments.
  • Evaluated existing processes related to purchasing and inventory management in order to recommend improvements.
  • Enhanced store and display appearance utilizing seasonal promotions and trends to drive strategy.
  • Monitored weekly, monthly and quarterly achievement goals.
  • Monitored and reordered inventory items to fulfill displays and executed design changes to align with available inventory.

Sr. Merchandiser

Starmark - Emami Group Venture (Emami Frank Ross Ltd.)
Kolkata
12.2020 - 08.2022
  • Planning and developing online and offline merchandising strategies
  • Analysing sales figures, consumer behaviour and market trends to anticipate product needs
  • Collaborating with new vendors to negotiate prices, quantities and time-scales
  • Import planning - Detailed research and analysis of the products to buy, competitive pricing and selling strategy
  • Digital/Social Media promotions - Supporting creative development and interfacing directly with various external creative agencies and experts.
  • Managing products listing, procurement and replenishment of best-selling products on e-commerce platforms
  • Created seasonal buying plans based on market trends, customer demand and competitive analysis.
  • Reviewed inventory levels regularly to ensure adequate stock was available without overstocking or understocking items.
  • Conducted store visits to assess merchandising displays and provide feedback on how they could be improved.
  • Forecasted future sales trends based on past performance, current economic conditions and other factors.
  • Established relationships with suppliers in order to stay up-to-date on the latest products available for purchase.

Assistant Buyer & Merchandiser

Relay India (Travel Retail services Pvt Ltd
Delhi
11.2019 - 11.2020
  • Collaborated with vendors to align style consistency with other marketing materials and prioritize customer service
  • Negotiated with vendors for materials procurement and pricing
  • Maintain Visual merchandising at store level
  • Assisted in the selection and procurement of merchandise for store shelves.
  • Collaborated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products at competitive prices.
  • Negotiated contracts, pricing and terms with vendors on behalf of the company.
  • Monitored stock levels to ensure adequate supply is available for purchase orders.
  • Maintained accurate records of all purchasing activities including order status, invoices, returns.
  • Created weekly and monthly sales performance reports for management review.
  • Provided support during promotional events by coordinating product shipments from suppliers.

Assistant Buyer & Merchandiser

Crossword Bookstores limited
Kolkata
01.2017 - 05.2019
  • Monitored inventory changes and ordered replenishments for stock to support customer demand
  • Planned and coordinated product availability for advertising and promotion purposes
  • Oversaw receiving and display of incoming products, meeting planned promotions and seasonal rotation for sales events
  • Worked with managers and advertising directors to optimize promotions
  • Collaborated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products at competitive prices.
  • Negotiated contracts, pricing and terms with vendors on behalf of the company.
  • Created weekly and monthly sales performance reports for management review.
  • Provided support during promotional events by coordinating product shipments from suppliers.
  • Monitored product margins and managed product resales.
  • Presented new merchandise ideas and campaigns to company executives and sales managers.

Senior sales Executive

Supernova Publishers and Distributors Pvt Ltd
Kolkata
02.2017 - 07.2011
  • Company Overview: An exclusive distributor of Penguin publisher, working on company overall sales and P & L
  • Prepared an annual sale analysis report on the expansion plan of the Company

Customer Advisor

Wipro Pvt Ltd
Kolkata
05.2011 - 01.2011
  • Working on resolving internet and other computer programming technical issues faced by United Kingdom based clients.

Team leader (Books category)

Landmark/Starmark (Emami Group)
12.2010 - 06.2006
  • Assist store manager in handling store responsibilities
  • Train and coach the floor team
  • Set sales target and motivate team to achieve the same
  • Managing overall store display and visual merchandising

Education

BA (Hons.) - English

IGNOU University
Kolkata
01.2016

High School -

Lake point convent school
Kolkata

Skills

  • MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
  • MIS reporting - WINMIS
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Analytical skills
  • Teamwork
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Supplier negotiation
  • New Vendor Setup
  • Vendor Sourcing

Languages

Bengali
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

Purchase Manager

Katha-O-Kahini BookSellers Pvt Ltd
03.2023 - Current

Senior Merchandiser

Crossword Bookstores Pvt Ltd
09.2022 - 02.2023

Sr. Merchandiser

Starmark - Emami Group Venture (Emami Frank Ross Ltd.)
12.2020 - 08.2022

Assistant Buyer & Merchandiser

Relay India (Travel Retail services Pvt Ltd
11.2019 - 11.2020

Senior sales Executive

Supernova Publishers and Distributors Pvt Ltd
02.2017 - 07.2011

Assistant Buyer & Merchandiser

Crossword Bookstores limited
01.2017 - 05.2019

Customer Advisor

Wipro Pvt Ltd
05.2011 - 01.2011

Team leader (Books category)

Landmark/Starmark (Emami Group)
12.2010 - 06.2006

BA (Hons.) - English

IGNOU University

High School -

Lake point convent school

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