Sonu Mahato

Business Analyst

Kolkata, West Bengal, India2 yrs 9 mos experience

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Key Highlights

Expert in vendor performance analysis and management.
Proficient in data-driven decision-making and dashboard development.
Strong collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Business Analyst with expertise in vendor management and data analysis in a B2B environment.

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Skills

Core Skills

Vendor ManagementData AnalysisData ManagementOperational EfficiencyMarket Research

Other Skills

Agile MethodologiesAnalytical SkillsAnalyticsAttention to DetailAttributionBenefits RealisationBudget DevelopmentBusiness AcumenBusiness AnalysisBusiness EthicsBusiness Process ImprovementBusiness Process ManagementCollaborationCompetitor AnalysisConducting Meetings

About

Business Analyst – Vendor Relations with hands-on experience in managing vendor performance, procurement processes, and data-driven decision-making. Skilled in analyzing key metrics, developing dashboards, and streamlining vendor operations to enhance supply chain efficiency. Proven ability to collaborate across teams, ensure compliance, and support strategic sourcing through market research and vendor onboarding.

Experience

Whole9yards usa

Business Analyst

Feb 2025 – Present · 1 yr 1 mo · Kolkata · On-site

Core Responsibilities:
Vendor Performance Analysis:
Analyze vendor sales performance, delivery timelines, return rates, and other KPIs.
Identify trends and insights to improve vendor operations and optimize inventory management.
Vendor Onboarding and Management:
Collaborate with the vendor relations team to onboard new vendors.
Ensure all vendor contracts, compliance documents, and operational details are properly maintained.
Data Reporting and Dashboards:
Design and maintain dashboards to track vendor performance metrics.
Provide regular reports to stakeholders on vendor contribution to business growth.
Market Research:
Conduct research to identify potential vendors for new categories or products.
Analyze market trends to ensure vendor offerings align with customer demand.
Process Improvement:
Identify inefficiencies in vendor-related processes and propose solutions to streamline operations.
Work with cross-functional teams to implement automation tools or new workflows.
Vendor Relationship Management:
Serve as the point of contact for key vendors, resolving issues and building strong partnerships.
Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts with vendors to ensure mutual benefits.
Risk Management:
Monitor vendor compliance with company policies and standards.
Identify risks associated with vendor operations and take preemptive action.
Collaboration with Teams:
Work closely with procurement, supply chain, and customer service teams to ensure smooth operations.
Liaise with marketing and product teams to align vendor contributions with promotional campaigns

Vendor Performance AnalysisData ReportingMarket ResearchProcess ImprovementVendor Relationship ManagementRisk Management+3

Inbest

Senior Business Operations Analyst

Jul 2024 – Feb 2025 · 7 mos · Kolkata, West Bengal, India · On-site

Data Management & Analysis: Managed and analyzed data to enhance operational efficiency, maintaining a comprehensive investor database and ensuring real-time updates on daily transactions.
Dashboard Development: Designed user-friendly dashboards to present complex data, enabling teams to make informed decisions and drive strategic actions.
Strategic Operations: Contributed to operational strategies to boost efficiency, productivity, and alignment with organizational objectives.
Process Improvement & Automation: Identified inefficiencies and implemented automation solutions to streamline workflows and optimize operations.
Reporting & Performance Monitoring: Delivered accurate monthly reports and tracked key metrics, providing actionable insights for continuous improvement initiatives.
Stakeholder & Client Collaboration: Acted as the primary point of contact for stakeholders and clients, ensuring seamless communication and alignment on data-driven goals.
Data Integrity Management: Ensured accuracy, integrity, and consistency across systems to maintain reliable reporting and analytics.
Daily Operations Oversight: Oversaw day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth execution and alignment with organizational objectives.
Business Growth Support: Leveraged data insights to support growth strategies and enhance client communication.

Data ManagementDashboard DevelopmentStrategic OperationsProcess ImprovementReportingStakeholder Collaboration+2

Kairos consultants

Data Analyst

May 2023 – May 2024 · 1 yr · Hybrid

Analyzed data to optimize operations for restaurants and cafes.
Delivered actionable insights to drive sales growth and revenue.
Identified high-demand locations for new outlet openings.
Conducted market research and competitor analysis to inform strategic decisions.
Presented findings and strategies to clients, enhancing decision-making.
Collaborated with the marketing team to create data-driven campaigns and content.

Data AnalysisMarket ResearchCompetitor AnalysisCollaboration

Kulturehire

Business Analyst Intern

Mar 2023 – Jun 2023 · 3 mos · West Bengal, India · Remote

Working on a Complex project to "Understand the Career Aspirations of Gen-Z in India"
Understood the nature and the scope of the analysis from the project owner
Performed market research by various means like personal interviewing, articles or white papers
Prepared a Analysis requirement documentation for all the involved stakeholder with tight deadlines
Understood the current Data Sources and Finalized the Data collection approach
Collected Data by a Survey manually (Google Form)
Performed Data Cleaning and Data Standardization/Normalization (Power Query)
Created several hypothesis questions around the business and KPI and finalized on the focus areas
Created several analysis reports and found insights to bring business impact using Excel, PowerBI and SQL
Designed and Published Dashboards for presenting the Insights (Excel & PowerBI)
Presented the findings and recommendation to the business stakeholders