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Puneet A.

CEO

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India30 yrs 6 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • 28 years of retail sector expertise
  • Proven track record in global sourcing leadership
  • Skilled in fostering diverse and high-performing teams
Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned leader in the retail industry with extensive experience in global sourcing and team management.

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Skills

Core Skills

Global SourcingLeadershipSourcing

Other Skills

Critical ThinkingChange ManagementMerchandisingProduct DevelopmentRetailApparelTextilesSupply Chain ManagementFashionNegotiationManagementWovensStrategic SourcingRetail BuyingTextile Industry

About

Over the span of 28 years, I've honed my expertise in the retail sector, leveraging a potent blend of business acumen, strategic foresight, and an entrepreneurial mindset to drive growth and profitability. My journey as a frontrunner in retail has been characterized by hands-on leadership, marked by the establishment of robust credibility through proactive collaboration with business leaders, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. In the fast-paced, multicultural, and multi-functional retail environment, I've consistently demonstrated superior relationship-building skills, fostering synergies that propel business objectives forward. Known for my agility in navigating the complexities of the retail landscape, I'm often described as a skilled, decisive, and equitable leader, adept at negotiation and adeptly steering diverse teams toward shared goals. Central to my approach is the cultivation of teams that reflect the diversity and dynamism inherent in the retail sector, ensuring that organizational priorities remain at the forefront.

Experience

30 yrs 6 mos
Total Experience
5 yrs 1 mo
Average Tenure
14 yrs 10 mos
Current Experience

Walmart global sourcing

Senior Director, Global Sourcing- Home

Jun 2011Present · 14 yrs 10 mos · Bangalore

  • Global Sourcing Senior Director for Asia and Latin America
  • Establishing a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication and idea-sharing across global teams in regions including India, Pakistan, China, and the USA by following ethical practices and code of conduct
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Target

Senior Manager

Feb 2006May 2011 · 5 yrs 3 mos

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May department stores

Senior Market Representative

Oct 2004Jan 2006 · 1 yr 3 mos · Delhi, India

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Federated merchandising group

Senior Merchandiser

Dec 2002Oct 2004 · 1 yr 10 mos · New Delhi, Delhi, India

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Sarita handa exports private limited

Merchandise Head

Jan 2000Nov 2002 · 2 yrs 10 mos · New Delhi, Delhi, India

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Home concept

Merchandiser

Jun 1995Dec 1999 · 4 yrs 6 mos · New Delhi, Delhi, India

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Education

Indian School of Business

General Management Program

Aug 2024Jun 2025

Delhi University

Bachelor's degree — Bachelor of Commerce (Hons)

Jan 1992Jan 1995

Mt. St. Mary's, Delhi

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