Sauvik Sarkhel

About Sauvik Sarkhel

I am a digital-first, data-driven e-commerce and growth marketing leader with 12+ years of experience driving scalable growth across D2C, marketplaces, and omnichannel retail. My expertise spans digital strategy, growth marketing and category leadership across FMCG, Grocery, Health & Wellness, and Consumer Electronics.I have had the privilege of building and scaling e-commerce success stories at Reliance Retail (Jiomart), Amazon, Cloudtail, Swisse (Health & Happiness), Pepperfry and Usha-where I have led category strategy, shaped category roadmaps, owned full P & Ls, led end to end e- commerce and D2C Growth- strategies and activated digital ecosystems that drive measurable ROI—including WhatsApp Commerce and high-growth Quick Commerce grocery models. Key Highlights: Launched Jiomart’s Grocery Quick Commerce vertical, driving 260% growth in daily orders through merchandising, supply chain, and digital activation. Introduced WhatsApp Commerce with Meta, contributing 25%+ of Jiomart’s orders—a retail innovation milestone. Built Swisse India from the ground up, achieving ₹15 Cr+ in Year 1 via a strong D2C and marketplace mix (Shopify, Amazon, Flipkart, Nykaa). Expanded business across domestic and export markets (Middle East & South Asia).What Sets Me Apart: Proven success across both early-stage and scaled environments 360° ownership—category, marketing, pricing, retention, and digital growth Hands-on results across platforms: Amazon, Flipkart, Nykaa, Shopify, WhatsApp Leadership of high-performing teams (up to 18 members)Core Strengths: E-commerce Strategy (D2C, Marketplace, Omnichannel) P&L Ownership | Category Growth | Portfolio Management | Assortment Optimization Digital & Performance Marketing | CRM | Retention | Funnel Optimization Go-to-Market Strategy | Pricing & Promotions | Consumer Insights Team Leadership | Cross-functional Collaboration | Scalable Execution Partner Negotiations & Cross-functional LeadershipI also serve as an e-commerce and retail expert with Guidepoint and GLG, advising global investors, consulting firms, and brands on India’s retail landscape, platform dynamics, and digital growth levers—providing insights rooted in real-world execution and category ownership.If you are building for scale, optimizing e commerce performance, launching digital channels, navigating the next wave of commerce transformation or transforming traditional retail through technology and data—let’s connect.

Experience

1. Retail Specialist

   GLG

   Apr 2020 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   GLG Network Member with 12+ years of cross-functional experience in FMCG, Retail, and E-commerce sectors. Proven track record in sales strategy, marketing, supply chain optimization, and category management. Specialize in driving customer acquisition, revenue growth, and operational efficiency to deliver measurable business outcomes.

Education

• ST. PAUL'S School

  General Studies (All Subjects), General Studies

  1992 — 2003

• Xavier Institute of Management(XIM Bhubaneswar)

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing

  2010 — 2012

• St. Pauls

  +2, Science

  2003 — 2005

• Biju Pattnaik University of Technology

  Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Computer Science

  2005 — 2009

Skills

• Market Research
• Mis
• Marketing
• Key Account Management
• Management Consulting
• Rural Marketing
• Product Marketing
• Consumer Behaviour
• Rebranding
• Business Planning
• Brand Promotion
• Sales Management
• Sales
• New Business Development
• Fmcg
• Brand Management
• Marketing Strategy
• Strategy
• Product Development
• Analysis
• Requirements Analysis
• Marketing Research
• Pricing
• Business Development
• Building Brand Awareness
• Team Management
• Competition Research
• Direct Sales
• Data Analysis
• Product Launch
• Consumer Products
• Project Management
• Product Management
• Crm
• Management
• Sales Operations
• Pricing Strategy
• Marketing Management
• Market Analysis
• Analytics