I am a strategic and results-driven sourcing and merchandising professional with over 7 years of experience in omni-channel buying, vendor management, private label development, and cost reduction. My passion lies in leveraging strategic sourcing strategies to optimize business growth and enhance supplier relationships. Throughout my career, I have successfully managed supplier relationships, directed cross-functional collaboration, and implemented cost-saving initiatives. I thrive in dynamic and competitive landscapes, consistently driving results and improving overall operational efficiency.

Akanksha Mishra

I am a strategic and results-driven sourcing and merchandising professional with over 7 years of experience in omni-channel buying, vendor management, private label development, and cost reduction. My passion lies in leveraging strategic sourcing strategies to optimize business growth and enhance supplier relationships. Throughout my career, I have successfully managed supplier relationships, directed cross-functional collaboration, and implemented cost-saving initiatives. I thrive in dynamic and competitive landscapes, consistently driving results and improving overall operational efficiency.

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I am a strategic and results-driven sourcing and merchandising professional with over 7 years of experience in omni-channel buying, vendor management, private label development, and cost reduction. My passion lies in leveraging strategic sourcing strategies to optimize business growth and enhance supplier relationships.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed supplier relationships, directed cross-functional collaboration, and implemented cost-saving initiatives. I thrive in dynamic and competitive landscapes, consistently driving results and improving overall operational efficiency.

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Work Experience

Merchandiser at Sainsbury's & Argos
October 1, 2018 - April 1, 2023
Executed sourcing strategies for various home and general merchandise categories. Led product cost negotiations, evaluated vendors, and managed supplier performance via scorecards and OTD reporting. Managed supplier cost-saving initiatives to align annual business goals. Partnered with planning and logistics teams to streamline procure-to-pay processes.
Assistant Merchandiser at Radiant Exports
February 1, 2017 - October 1, 2018
Coordinated raw material procurement and monitored T&A plans with suppliers. Utilized SAP to track sourcing and evaluation processes, and prepared marketing approvals and production commitments.

Education

Bachelor of Technology at Uttar Pradesh Textile Technology Institute
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016

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Industry Experience

Retail

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