FKFarhanrahmat Khan
@farhanrahmatkhan
Buying, merchandising and sourcing leader driving cost-efficient growth.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a sourcing, buying and merchandising leader with over two decades of experience driving product development, supplier partnerships and cost optimization across hardgoods, home and accessories. I have led global sourcing and category expansion initiatives that delivered measurable results — including major cost savings, vendor consolidation and category growth — while embedding compliance and sustainable practices.
My background includes leadership roles at Rusta AB, Reliance Brands and Carrefour Global Sourcing, formal training as an Expert Buyer from EIPM and proven delivery on negotiation, value engineering and supplier governance. I prioritize cross-functional collaboration, commercial viability and ethical sourcing to translate strategic vision into operational performance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
RAManager Sourcing
Rusta AB
Mar 2024 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Led global sourcing and product development for hardgoods and carpets, achieving 19% average cost savings and driving a 34% category expansion in carpets with 9% annual turnover growth.
Sr. Sourcing Manager
Reliance Brands Limited
Mar 2022 - Mar 2024 (2 years)
Directed sourcing for hardgoods, home and accessories delivering 51% average cost savings through structured negotiations and sustainable sourcing while reducing lead times and improving supplier performance.
Merchandising & Sourcing Manager
Carrefour Global Sourcing
Nov 2009 - Feb 2022 (12 years 3 months)
Led regional procurement across India and Bangladesh for hardgoods and home categories, delivering 7–30% YoY growth through India-origin sourcing, supplier rationalization and contract renegotiation.
Merchandiser / Asst. Manager
Marque Impex
Jan 2001 - Nov 2009 (8 years 10 months)
Held progressive merchandising and procurement roles, converting operations into a profit center via sourcing optimization and client expansion while managing international supplier relationships.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
European Institute of Purchasing Management (EIPM)
Expert Buyer, Purchasing / Procurement
2020 - 2021
Completed the Expert Buyer program at the European Institute of Purchasing Management focusing on advanced procurement and global buying practices.
JUJamia Hamdard University
Master of Business Administration, Marketing & Human Resource
1998 - 2000
Completed an MBA with concentrations in Marketing and Human Resources, covering strategic marketing, HR management and related business disciplines.
AUAligarh Muslim University
Bachelor of Arts, English
1995 - 1998
Earned a Bachelor of Arts in English, emphasizing literature, communication and critical analysis skills.
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