Ankit Balani

Director of Engineering

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India11 yrs 9 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • Over 10 years of experience in e-commerce and high-growth industries.
  • Proven track record in data-driven program management and sales strategy.
  • Awarded 'Employee of the Year - CEO's Ring of Honor' at MakeMyTrip.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned professional in E-commerce and high-growth tech industries.

Contact

Skills

Core Skills

Program ManagementBusiness StrategyLeadership

Other Skills

Business AnalyticsGo-to-Market StrategyPricing StrategyProject ManagementTeam ManagementOut Of Office By CleartripGrowth StrategiesE-commerce OptimizationFunnel OptimizationContent ManagementProduct StrategyMicrosoft ExcelMarket ResearchBusiness DevelopmentCRM

About

With over 10 years of experience in the e-commerce and high-growth industries, I have developed a diverse skill set that allows me to excel in various roles and industries. My background includes program management, category management, and sales strategy management, as well as serving as the chief of staff to the CBO at MakeMyTrip. I have extensive experience collaborating with global stakeholders and launching new businesses. My passion lies in data-driven program management, sales strategy and excellence, expansion and category management problems. I am a results-driven professional who is passionate about using data analytics to drive business growth and drive strategic decision making. Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated the ability to drive growth, increase efficiency, and improve overall business performance. I am a strong communicator, and enjoy working with teams to drive cross-functional collaboration and achieve common goals. I am always looking for new opportunities to grow and develop my skills, and am excited to connect with like-minded professionals in the e-commerce and high-growth tech industry. If you're working on exciting projects, looking for a talented and experienced professional to join your team, or simply want to connect, feel free to reach out!

Experience

11 yrs 9 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 9 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 2 mos
Current Experience

Zepto

Director - Category Management - Zepto Cafe

Feb 2025Present · 1 yr 2 mos

Cleartrip

Deputy General Manager - Planning and Growth- B2B Business

Aug 2023Jan 2025 · 1 yr 5 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Swiggy

3 roles

General Manager - Program Management and Supply Strategy

Jun 2022Apr 2023 · 10 mos

General Manager - Program Management - South and West India

Dec 2021Jun 2022 · 6 mos

Category Manager

Aug 2017Dec 2018 · 1 yr 4 mos

  • Launched the product in the region and built the team
  • Increased the category contribution from 1% to 6% in the overall business
  • Handled product P&L for entire North India region
  • Increased ad slots utilization by 20% thereby increasing the overall ad revenue by 5x

Makemytrip

Category Head - Activities and Experiences (Chief of Staff)

Dec 2018May 2021 · 2 yrs 5 mos

  • One of my best professional experience in terms of learning, growth, and culture.
  • Managed top line, and EBITDA metrics.
  • Hired and led the design, analytics, catalogue, and content team.
  • Involved in product planning and releases.
  • Worked closely with product and tech team.
  • Worked on alliances like Dineout, BookMyShow, Thrillophilia, etc.
  • Was awarded 'Employee of the Year - CEO's Ring of Honor', which is the most coveted award in the company.
Business AnalyticsProgram ManagementGo-to-Market StrategyPricing StrategyProject ManagementBusiness Strategy

Little internet private limited - paytm acquired

Senior Sales and Strategy Manager - Corporate and Offline Sales

May 2015Jul 2017 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Gurgaon, Haryana, India

  • Was one of the earliest employees of Paytm funded (and later acquired) company, Little app.
  • Handled the largest region in the city contributing to 45% of overall city business
  • Led the sales team to drive acquisition and revenue numbers

American express

2 roles

Senior Analyst - Business Operations

Promoted

Nov 2013Dec 2014 · 1 yr 1 mo

Analyst - Business Operations

Jan 2013Nov 2013 · 10 mos

Hindustan petroleum corporation limited

Summer Engineering Intern

Jun 2010Aug 2010 · 2 mos

Education

MD University

Bachelors of Technology - Mechanical Engineering

Sep 2008Jun 2012

Stackforce found 100+ more professionals with Program Management & Business Strategy

Explore similar profiles based on matching skills and experience