Sourav Samtani - Category Head Food & Non-Food - BNB Group, Kin Marche | Himalayas
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Sourav Samtani

@souravsamtani

Accomplished Retail Operations & Category Management Expert.

Zimbabwe
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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that allows me to leverage my extensive experience in retail operations and category management, focusing on driving profitability and efficiency while fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

I am an accomplished retail and FMCG leader with over 20 years of experience in Category Management, Revenue Optimization, and Inventory Efficiency across various retail formats. My expertise includes managing a $300M portfolio and overseeing 67 stores, where I have successfully executed strategic initiatives that drove significant business growth and profitability.

Throughout my career, I have spearheaded the successful launch of 34 new stores, generating INR 150 Cr. ($20M) in annual revenue. I excel in vendor management and procurement, leveraging data-driven decision-making to optimize product assortments and enhance customer experience. My proven ability to manage large teams and execute digital transformation strategies has fostered a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Category Head Food & Non-Food

BNB Group, Kin Marche

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 6 months)

Negotiated prices for food categories, improving category margins by 1% and optimizing cost-efficiency through strategic vendor relationships. Managed the vendor review process, improving product availability by 10% across stores.

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Senior Manager - Staples I Fresh I Inventory

Future Retail India Limited (Big Bazaar)

Apr 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 8 months)

Launched a Farm Fresh Distribution Center, achieving a 6% margin savings on fresh produce and improving supply chain efficiency. Expanded store layout for 35 stores, optimizing customer shopping experiences and increasing store profitability.

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Category Head I Market Manager

Easy Day

Sep 2018 - Mar 2020 (1 year 6 months)

Utilized data-driven models and shopper analytics to optimize product mix, enhancing sales performance and stock efficiency. Operationalized 34 stores in Kolkata, generating INR 150 Cr. ($20M) in revenue within a highly competitive market.

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Category Lead I Sales Excellence I Home Fashion & Home Essentials

Future Retail India Limited (Big Bazaar)

Jul 2014 - Sep 2018 (4 years 2 months)

Accelerated fresh sales from INR 35 lakhs/week (USD 47K) to INR 50 lakhs/week (USD 67K), driving category profitability. Developed space planning for 63 stores, optimizing product placement and improving customer shopping experiences.

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Assistant Manager Community

Level up Games Pvt Ltd

Oct 2004 - Apr 2006 (1 year 6 months)

Assisted in managing online gaming communities and supported user activities. Contributed to improving user experience and platform engagement.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

XLRI Jamshedpur logoXJ

XLRI Jamshedpur

General Management Program, Marketing & Strategy

Completed a General Management Program with a focus on Marketing & Strategy. This program provided a comprehensive understanding of business operations and strategic decision-making.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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