Karan Gada

Customer Trading Manager @Sainsbury's

Milton Keynes, GB

Develop and Implement Trading Strategies: Design and execute strategies to achieve sales, margin, and profit targets.•Market and Customer Analysis: Conduct thorough analysis of market trends, customer data, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.•Supplier Negotiations: Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms and ensure optimal product availability and pricing.•Product Range and Promotions Management: Manage product assortments, pricing strategies, and promotional activities to enhance customer value and drive business objectives.•Team Leadership: Lead and motivate a team of trading professionals, fostering a high-performance culture and supporting career development.•Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, supply chain, and store operations teams to ensure cohesive execution of trading plans.•Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor trading performance, providing detailed reports and actionable insights to senior management.•Innovation and Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives in trading processes and customer experience to maintain a competitive edge.•Customer Focus: Ensure all trading activities prioritise customer satisfaction and meet their needs effectively.•Financial Acumen: Manage budgets and financial forecasts to optimise resource allocation and maximise profitability.

Government polytechnic Thane

Diploma, Mechanical Engineering

Cranfield University

Master's degree, Renewable Energy

A. P. Shah Institute of Technology, Thane

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Mechanical Engineering