Pradipta Ganguly

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ABOUT PRADIPTA GANGULY

Thank you for visiting my profile. I help retail and FMCG businesses improve commercial performance and make better decisions.I’m a commercial leader with 25+ years’ experience across retail, FMCG and management consulting. My background is mainly in buying and category roles, alongside building and running businesses, which gives me a practical, hands-on perspective.I’ve worked both inside large organisations and independently, focusing on trading, sourcing, supply chain and commercial strategy. I’m particularly interested in helping businesses simplify complexity and deliver sustainable results.Key Skills & Expertise:Retail & Consumer Goods – Extensive experience in procurement, trading, and supply chain for major retailers and FMCG companies.Global Sourcing & Category Management – Proven track record in sourcing and supplier relationship management across the globe.P&L & Business Strategy – Full ownership of sales and margin budgets, contract negotiations, and cost reduction programs.Leadership & Team Management – Strong people management skills, leading large teams across international markets.With a reputation for my collaborative and authentic approach, I have successfully established and negotiated multi-million pound commercial relationships with trading partners worldwide. I am credible and authoritative at all levels, capable of engaging with both c-suite execs and operational staff, and I manage my teams with integrity, inclusivity and empathy. I am a highly skilled communicator, adept in both verbal and written forms, and I can tailor messages effectively for a diverse audienceMy current and past roles include:• Trading Director at OTL, where I lead the Buying, Design, QA, and Supply Chain functions in the UK and Poland, and the Sourcing hub in China. I have delivered significant sales and margin improvements, reduced stock holding, and improved cash flow.• Senior Management Consultant at 4C Associates, where I led client-facing projects, managed teams, and developed new retail service offering.• Senior Buying Manager at Asda Supermarkets Ltd, where I negotiated complex contracts and developed new product categories.• Head of Trading at Poundland Retail Ltd, where I led the food and drink categories and was part of the SLT that transformed the business for it\'s stock market listing in 2014.• Various buying roles at Tesco Plc, Wickes DIY, B&Q Plc, and Morrisons Supermarkets Plc, where I managed categories, negotiated contracts, and led high performing teams.