Sweta Ramuka

• Category management of fragrances, color cosmetics, bath and body, skincare, and makeup accessories for Westside
• Manage P&L of the category, revenue targets and gross margins, grew category by 4x in 3 years
• Ensure optimum inventory levels to maintain availability of 900+ SKUs, reduced inventory holding of the category by 18 weeks thereby optimizing working capital
• Collaborated closely with management team to roll out functional and strategic initiatives

• Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management
• Initiated inventory control measures to manage and replenish stock, maintain cost levels and meet customer demand
• Maintained focus in role as single point of contact for stakeholders with commitment to successfully completing projects on time
• Organized cross-functional meetings with stakeholders to discuss category initiatives
• Implemented new merchandise initiatives to improve product mix and store appearance.

Star Bazaar, Trent Ltd (Internal Project)

• Improved availability across FMCG and Private label brands, increased the metric by ~35%.
• Identified gaps and streamlined processes to achieve the desired outcome.

• Analysis and reporting of category performance, periodic business reporting to the management
• Collaborated with buying team to determine competitive pricing and promotional activities for each product category
• Developed exit strategies to quickly remove unsuccessful products
• Facilitate launch of NPD options within timelines

• Identification of the problem statement, analysis and generate insights
• Identification and evaluation of gaps to improve existing operations of the business and suggest potential development points based on key market trends
• Preparation of MIS and visualization of information to evaluate and track progress
• Coordination with key stakeholders for client facing projects
• Use of project management skills to plan and handle multiple projects, manage timelines and deliver outcomes.

• Worked for an Australian Electricity Provider - Ergon Energy for reconciliation of its electricity generation and distribution
• Analyzed test scenarios, its conditions and related scripts based on the requirements.