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Sakshi Bhansali

Summary

Chartered Accountant with 9+ years of experience across business strategy, M&A, and online merchandising. Currently leading positioning and performance for 50+ premium beauty brands at Tira Beauty (Reliance Retail), delivering ₹80 Cr+ in annual GMV through data-led portfolio planning and integrated brand campaigns. Previously worked on high-value deals worth $35 Bn at Reliance Industries, driving strategic investments and acquisitions. Passionate about building consumer-first brands and scaling innovative retail experiences. Seeking a strategic growth-focused role within Reliance Brands.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Category & Merchandising

Tira Beauty, Reliance Retail
05.2022 - Current
  • - Part of the founding team; built the beauty portfolio from scratch for Tira’s e-commerce launch.
  • - Manage brand visibility and performance for 50+ premium brands (including Cosrx, Beauty of Joseon, TRIRTIR).
  • - Drive end-to-end online merchandising, delivering ₹80 Cr+ GMV through optimized assortment, pricing insights, and visibility levers.
  • - Conceptualized and led key events: Makeup 101, Scent Club, K/J-Beauty Launch, Tira Carnival, boosting engagement and conversions.
  • - Collaborate with CRM and growth teams to execute 360 campaigns across digital, influencer, and loyalty channels.
  • - Twice awarded the Trailblazing Titan for innovation in merchandising and consumer experience.

Legal & Portfolio Management

Reliance Industries
01.2016 - 01.2022
  • - Supported senior leadership with business performance evaluation, investment strategy, and transaction structuring.
  • - Drafted investment memos, coordinated due diligence, and negotiated deal terms across sectors.
  • Key Transactions:
  • - $25 Bn fundraise for Jio Platforms – the largest minority tech investment globally.
  • - $7 Bn Rights Issue – largest ever by a listed Indian company.
  • - Strategic acquisitions: Just Dial ($450 Mn), Alok Industries (IBC), Den Networks & Hathway.
  • - Played a pivotal role in enabling RIL’s leadership in broadband and cable TV markets.

Co-Founder

Health Hoggers
Mumbai
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • - Launched and scaled a cloud kitchen offering personalized healthy meals.
  • - Achieved peak revenue run rate of ₹1.2 Cr with high retention and customer stickiness.
  • - Built early partnerships with gyms and wellness spaces to scale subscription models.
  • - Led end-to-end business operations, marketing, and customer experience.

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) -

ICAI
01.2015

B.Com -

NM College, Mumbai University
01.2013

Hobbies and Interests

Volunteer at The Candle Project (NGO for underprivileged children), Fitness & Running, Swimming, Books & Travel

Accomplishments

  • Won award of Trailblazing Titan (x2) – Tira Beauty
  • Appreciation Letter from Sh. Mukesh D. Ambani for work on the RIL Rights Issue
  • Fast-tracked to Team Manager – Level I at Reliance within 1 year of career
  • Selected for Step Up: First Level Leadership Program

Timeline

Category & Merchandising

Tira Beauty, Reliance Retail
05.2022 - Current

Co-Founder

Health Hoggers
01.2017 - 01.2019

Legal & Portfolio Management

Reliance Industries
01.2016 - 01.2022

Chartered Accountant (CA) -

ICAI

B.Com -

NM College, Mumbai University
Sakshi Bhansali