Monica Gala

About Monica Gala

Experienced category buying manager with a demonstrated history of working in the retail industry for categories like Women’s western, ethnic and kids, Skilled in Product Lifecycle Management, Business Planning, Merchandising, Buying, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, and Open to Buy Management. Strong professional with a Masters focused in Fashion Management from National Institute of Fashion Technology.

Experience

1. Key Account Manager

   阿迪达斯

   May 2024 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   As a Global Sales Manager, I am responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of accounts across both large-scale retailers and niche specialty stores, ensuring seamless execution and growth for each. My key responsibilities include- Strategic Account Management: Overseeing partnerships with national chains like Shoppers Stop and Pantaloons,aligning brand objectives with retailer strategies to maximize visibility and sales- Specialty Store Expertise : Collaborating closely with trend-setting retailers such as Superkicks and Veg Non Veg, curating unique product assortments to cater to evolving consumer preferences in the sneaker and streetwear space- Global Market Reach : Leading efforts with international accounts like Extra Butter and Limited Edition, driving brand presence and sales growth in competitive global markets- Portfolio Growth : Developing tailored strategies to optimize account performance, including forecasting, merchandising plans, and marketing activations to enhance sell-through- Relationship Building : Acting as a trusted partner for each account, fostering long-term relationships through proactive communication, insights sharing, and collaborative problem-solving. This role allows me to blend market insights, creativity, and strategic planning to contribute to the growth and success of both the brand and our retail partners.

Education

• Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics

  Bachelor of Management studies, International Finance

  2010 — 2013

• National Institute of Fashion Technology

  Master's degree, fashion management

  2013 — 2015

• Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics

  HSC, commerce

  2008 — 2010

• National Institute of Fashion Technology

  Masters of, FashionManagement

  2013 — 2015

• Children's Academy Malad

  Maharashtra Board

  2008

Skills

• Data Analysis
• Product Lifecycle Management
• Open to Buy Management
• Market Research
• Apparel
• Teamwork
• Team Management
• Business Planning
• Visual Merchandising
• Textiles
• Fashion
• Retail
• Management
• Customer Service
• Marketing
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Marketing Strategy
• Merchandising