Sunny Thakur

• Spearheading the expansion of both online and offline cycling communities through weekly rides and competitions.
• Enhancing brand visibility and presence through effective utilization of POSM.
• Category & Dealer Development
• Vendor Management & cost management
• Monitoring community feedback and sentiment to provide insights and recommendations to internal teams.
• Managing promotional campaigns, product launches, and seasonal promotions at retail locations.
• Monitor competitor activities and industry trends to adjust strategies and maintain a competitive edge.

Retail Operations.

• Developed PAN India retail vision, strategy, and plan to enhance top-line growth and bottom-line profitability for Sprint Stores' retail business (MBOs & EBOs).
• Established best-in-class Hero Sprint Stores, resulting in a differentiated consumer experience and driving customer delight.
• New store appointment, launch and terms of trade with dealers (EBO/MBO).
• Conducted thorough analysis of market conditions, store profitability, and competing products to create effective strategies for enhancing Sprint store business.
• Implemented and maintained retail operational policies and procedures to incorporate a sales plan, cost control, audit compliance, and people management.

Stores Management.

• Managed planograms, product placement, and layouts for multiple store locations in accordance with company guidelines.
• Designed strategies to optimize distribution, stock, transportation, and customer services through process optimization and location planning.
• Monitored stock availability and made necessary arrangements to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Delivered business objectives while staying within specified budgets.

Team Management.

• Recruited, mentored, trained and developed field functionaries (KAM/Promoters) to ensure adherence to sales and operational norms.
• Imparted training in soft skills and technical areas to foster development opportunities for team members.