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Rexon Porthur

Rexon Porthur

Mumbai

Summary

Experienced professional with a proven history in Product Management & Retail Category Management. Skilled in Business Strategy,Marketing Strategy,Merchandising, Vendor Management,Product development & Business development.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Category Manager

Infiniti Retail-Tata Croma
Mumbai
09.2024 - Current
  • Managed diverse product categories such as monitors, storage media, networking systems, and imaging solutions.
  • Monitored weekly sales performance, identified gaps in high-performing and under-performing products, and implemented strategies to capitalize on sales opportunities.
  • Collaborated with internal teams, including merchandising for product assortment, and finance for accrual management, ensuring seamless operations.
  • Negotiated with vendors for a monthly sellout scheme on active, slow-moving, end-of-life (EOL) products, along with staff incentive programs to boost sales.
  • Conducted monthly forecasts on purchasing and sellout projections to optimize inventory management and ensure a smooth sales cycle.
  • Ensured the achievement of the targeted profit margin by implementing effective sales and pricing strategies.

Product Executive

VIJAY SALES
Mumbai
10.2020 - Current
  • Successfully oversaw the category management of diverse products including Microwave, Dishwasher, Water Dispenser, and Mobile & IT Accessories across various regions in India.
  • Have expertise in diverse area like product management, category management, supplier and supply chain management, business development.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify opportunities for growth in specific product lines,channel information by tracking competition pricing and promotional activities and then create strategies to improve product line sales.
  • Identified new products, vendors, and services that could benefit the organization.
  • Used forecasting methods to determine product demand.
  • Developed exit strategies to quickly remove unsuccessful products.
  • Coordinated supplier management and oversaw supply chain for seamless operations.
  • Negotiated pricing and contracts with suppliers to maximize profits.
  • Coordinated with internal teams such as merchandising, operations, finance, and legal regarding category strategy implementation.
  • Managed and coordinated retail operations, including purchase order, inventory management, and visual merchandising.
  • Led and mentored team to develop roadmaps for achieving sales targets, focusing on MTD, YTD, and LYTD growth based on value and volume.

Business Development Executive

Coolberg Beverages
Mumbai
03.2020 - 05.2020
  • Built relationships with clients, partners and vendors to facilitate successful partnerships.
  • Analyzed competitor activities in order to understand industry trends and dynamics.
  • Identified areas of improvement within existing processes to optimize performance outcomes.
  • Maximized sales by keeping areas tidy, fully stocked and correctly priced

Eyewear Consultant

TITAN EYE PLUS
Mumbai
05.2017 - 03.2020
  • Provided exceptional service & pleasant shopping experience to retail customers.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales,payment policies & security standards.
  • Attainment of weekly review goals, after sales service and giving customers a positive shopping experience and gathering customer rating on Google.
  • Improving the Net Promoter Score (NPS).
  • Demonstrated sales skills by understanding the requirements and solving queries resulting in growing customer base.
  • Hands on Experience of using software like SAP & POSS system for order tracking and smooth processing of delivery.
  • Demonstration of the product to the consumer.
  • Maintain visual merchandising for a strong exhibit presentation.
  • Indent the stock according to the trend and sales demand.
  • Outdoor pursuits BTL Activity - Eye Testing Camp at Cooperates to Increase store walk-in.

Education

Masters in Management Studies (Marketing) -

Aditya Institute of Management Studies & Research
Mumbai
10.2020

Bachelor in Management Studies (Marketing) -

Shri Chinai College of Commerce & Economics
Mumbai
04.2017

Skills

  • Product Planning
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Pricing Strategy
  • Vendor Management
  • Product Development
  • Retail Category Management
  • Procurement & Sourcing
  • Negotiation
  • Microsoft excel
  • Communication
  • Computer Skills
  • Leadership skills

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Marathi

Timeline

Assistant Category Manager

Infiniti Retail-Tata Croma
09.2024 - Current

Product Executive

VIJAY SALES
10.2020 - Current

Business Development Executive

Coolberg Beverages
03.2020 - 05.2020

Eyewear Consultant

TITAN EYE PLUS
05.2017 - 03.2020

Masters in Management Studies (Marketing) -

Aditya Institute of Management Studies & Research

Bachelor in Management Studies (Marketing) -

Shri Chinai College of Commerce & Economics
Rexon Porthur