Rahul Vira — CEO

A dynamic senior-level professional with an entrepreneurial zeal and strong business acumen. Over 18 yrs. experience with a strong track record of successful strategic and tactical leadership in turnaround and high-paced organizations across Lifestyle, Luxury and Online industry in India and Middle East. Ability to instil a common vision and develop a dynamic team based on trust and mutual respect. I started my career with India's leading retail chain working across various functions of buying and merchandising, marketing and operations. To gain international exposure moved on to working in the Middle East with an American chain. During the first round of internet action globally got an opportunity to join India's leading media house in their internet division setting up e-commerce. This was one of first few online shopping activities in India. I further moved to working with leading jewellery brand of India in the leadership role. Having worked across various categories like Apparel, Jewellery, Watches, Accessories, Writing instruments, Cosmetics, Fragrances, Private labels and tie ups with international brands through various stages of the career has given me tremendous exposure and in-depth learning of the category, consumers and the business. Areas of excellence include: - Vision and Strategy Formulation - Managing Budgets and P/L’s - New Business Development - Sales & Retail Operations Management - New Product Development - Merchandising & Category Management - Vendor Negotiation and Management - Brand Management - Team Development & Culture Transformation - Marketing, Public Relations & Media Management

Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned leader in the Luxury and Retail industry with a strong focus on e-commerce and brand management.

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Experience: 29 yrs 4 mos