Sunil Kumar Bhardwaj
Lead- Footwear Brands
FF-03, B-Block, Elegant Orchid, Akshay Nagar ,Bangalore
Summary
20 years of experience in Business development & Category management. Have been effectively performing in leadership roles with complete ownership .
Versatile and seasoned professional who adapts well to rapidly changing environments with capacity to assume larger roles and responsibilities.
Team player – excelling in mediating among multiple divisions and maintains productive relationships with team, peers, and management. Provides expert direction and guidance to subordinates and formulates work plans.
Experienced in planning, directing and managing company work activities, functions and operations.
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Experienced in setting, monitoring and managing strategic and tactical business plans focused on enabling sustained growth, improving operations and maximizing profits. Big-picture thinker with a good eye for overhauling processes and program operations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Business Head
Arrow Brogue Shoes Pvt Ltd.
10.2023 - Current
- Heading Sales and operation of British Premium footwear brand GABICCI and Fashion Open Footwear Brand HF Journey.
- Established performance metrics to evaluate progress towards goals and make necessary adjustments for continuous improvement.
- Drove organizational change by leading the implementation of new sales Ideas and systems for improved productivity.
- Managed budgets, forecasting financial needs, and ensuring fiscal responsibility across all departments.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define goals, align objectives, and ensure overall company success.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends, inform decision-making processes, and optimize resource allocation for maximum profitability.
- Streamlined operations for cost reduction through process optimization and efficiency improvements.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely response to issues and proactive problem-solving measures.
- Led energetic Sales and cross-functional teams to achieve desired goal within deadlines.
Deputy General Manager- Footwear
Lifestyle International Pvt. Ltd
3 2021 - Current
- Complete ownership for Category that’s including Planning, Buying and Merchandising.
- Leading business of 230 cr for for Men's , Ladies and kids Footwear Brands.
- Leading qualified team of buyers and merchandise controllers . Clearly communicated areas of accountability and expected performance to them
- Leads category merchandising, product management, and supplier relationship / management function
- Maintain direct relationships with Vendors and Frontend teams while contributing to customer, consumer and market knowledge
- Margin Negotiations with brand to Achieve both bottom and Top Line,
- Advance Marketing & Promotion Planning ,
- Design strategy and implementation plan for Category and for Consumer group in order to maximize profitability. While setting these strategies, ensure there is strategic alignment with broader corporate strategy
- Develop and execute comprehensive assortment strategy that’s optimized for company objectives and growth opportunities identified at category level
- Responsible for Budget , Trends , Marketing , Product range and sales.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions.
Category Head
M/s Future Lifestyle Fashion Ltd
04.2008 - 03.2021
- Lead and direct entire Footwear Category Management for premium retail format CENTRAL
- Managed Footwear business of 220 Cr for Men's, Ladies and kids Brands.
- Elevated footwear category from necessity to destination .Also Made Central the Most Preferred Platform for Brands.
- Set quantitative category group performance targets Continuously measure progress against set targets and maintain accountability of financial and category performance, including management of inventory levels of Discontinued, Replaced and Inactive products
- Develop and execute a comprehensive assortment strategy that’s optimized for company
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring team.
- Design strategy and implementation plan for Category and for Consumer group in order to maximize profitability. While setting these strategies, ensure there is strategic alignment with broader corporate strategy
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through development of innovative solutions.
Regional Sales Manager
Lilliput Kidswear Ltd
08.2006 - 03.2008
- M/s, Lilliput Kidswear Ltd. was company engaged in Manufacturing and marketing of Kids Apparels, Footwear and Accessories with Brand name LILLIPUT Company having 200+ EBOs.
- Launched Brand in LFS formats eg. Lifestyle, Footmart, Central ,Ebony ,Reliance Footprint, etc.
- Key Member of Planning & Product Team
- Was handling Team of five Area Sales Manager and 25+ sales Executives
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients in assigned sales territories.
- Achieved regional sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships.
Manager- Sales
M/s, M/s Rajshree Uptop Footwear (P.) Ltd
02.2004 - 09.2006
- M/s Rajshree Uptop Footwear (P) Ltd Collaborated with a China based M/s Uptop Trading Ltd., was a Sourcing and marketing of international Brand UMBRO in India. Company also engaged in the footwear manufacturing & Marketing with the Brands name PORTLAND & ABS
- Managing entire market of South & West India including Distribution & key Accounts.
- Organizing/ undertaking Pre-Sales activities for existing as well as new products for SSL, Life Style, Loft, Pyramids, Central, Ebony , Spencer’s, Regal, Metro
- Part of Range Selection, Pricing & product Development team.
Business Manager
Leather International Sporty,
12.2002 - 12.2003
- Coordination With various International Buyers and Suppliers for procurement Orders.
- Product Planning.
- Procurement of Production Material.
- Control Ordering, Delivery Status, and Follow-up with suppliers for Physical Status of purchased material.
Education
MBA - Retail Management
SM University
07.2010 - 08.2012
One Year E-BIZ Course - Product Planning
Boston Computer Institute
Noida 04.1999 -
Diploma - Computer Information & Management System
UPTRON ACL
GhaziabadSkills
- Business'Development
Vendor management
Forecasting skills
Trend Analysis
Product expertise
Retail management experience
Client relationships management
Timeline
Business Head
Arrow Brogue Shoes Pvt Ltd.
10.2023 - Current
MBA - Retail Management
SM University
07.2010 - 08.2012
Category Head
M/s Future Lifestyle Fashion Ltd
04.2008 - 03.2021
Regional Sales Manager
Lilliput Kidswear Ltd
08.2006 - 03.2008
Manager- Sales
M/s, M/s Rajshree Uptop Footwear (P.) Ltd
02.2004 - 09.2006
Business Manager
Leather International Sporty,
12.2002 - 12.2003
One Year E-BIZ Course - Product Planning
Boston Computer Institute
04.1999 -
Deputy General Manager- Footwear
Lifestyle International Pvt. Ltd
3 2021 - Current
Diploma - Computer Information & Management System
UPTRON ACL
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