Gaurav Agarwal
@gauravagarwal2
Data-driven manager specializing in analytics, forecasting, and process automation.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a data-driven business professional with 19+ years of experience delivering analytics, process automation, and strategic planning across technology, e-commerce, manufacturing, fashion, export-import, and metals. I leverage SQL, Python, Power BI, SAP HANA and Advanced Excel to build dashboards, data models, and ETL processes that enable better decision-making.
I have led demand forecasting, material costing, BOM management, and reconciliation projects that reduced material variance and costs substantially, identified multi‑crore discrepancies in financial reconciliations, and automated reporting to cut manual effort by up to 80–100%. I combine technical proficiency with operational ownership to improve P&L transparency and drive cross-functional results.
I pursue roles where I can apply forecasting, BI, and ERP expertise to optimize inventory, automate processes, and deliver actionable insights while mentoring teams and establishing governance frameworks to ensure data quality and compliance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Manager - Data Analyst
Designco Pvt. Ltd.
May 2025 - Nov 2025 (6 months)
Managed material costing and BOM updates, reducing material overweight from 20% to ~3% and reconciling stock variance from ~25 tons to ~3 tons; developed demand forecasting and Power BI dashboards that cut raw material costs ~20%.
Manager - Data Analyst
WAE Corp
Jun 2024 - Apr 2025 (10 months)
Built financial data models and audit mappings, identified ₹3 Cr discrepancies through reconciliation and SAP/Excel validation, and implemented invoice validation rules and automation reducing manual work ~50%.
Deputy Manager - Planning
Brainbees Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Jun 2023 - May 2024 (11 months)
Automated long-term planning and forecasting on ERP, eliminating manual tasks and improving accuracy to near 100%; managed inventory planning and AI-driven demand forecasting to accelerate delivery.
ILQuality Manager
IndiaMART InterMESH Ltd.
Jun 2007 - Jun 2023 (16 years)
Automated performance reporting and AR tracking using Power BI and SQL, reducing manual effort ~80% and improving consultant productivity ~80% via KPI dashboards and scorecards while ensuring 100% compliance through ticket-based controls.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
JSS-ATE, Noida
Master of Business Administration, Finance & Marketing
2004 - 2006
Completed an MBA with focus on Finance and Marketing, applying financial analysis and marketing principles to business problems.
IIMT, Aligarh
Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications, Computer Applications
2003 - 2004
Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications covering practical IT and computing topics.
DS Degree College, Aligarh
Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
2000 - 2003
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce program with coursework in accounting and commerce fundamentals.
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