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KONARK SAMA

Sydney,Australia

Summary

Highly motivated individual with critical and analytical thinking backed with strong academic background in economics and marketing. Equipped with diverse experience in marketing, retail, public relations, sales, and customer relationship management with a deep interest in the Eyewear, Fashion, Automotive & FMCG markets.

Proficient in client relationship building and handling virtual communications, while maintaining exceptional communication skills. Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, adept at multitasking and prioritizing tasks effectively. Known for possessing a strong work ethic, integrity, and a results-driven approach.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Management Intern

5ive Senses
Sydney, NSW
10.2023 - Current
  • Researched competitors' marketing strategies and tactics.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify potential opportunities for clients.
  • Developed strategic plans for launching new products or services into the market.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of promotional materials.
  • Built and maintained productive relationships with customers and internal partners.
  • Managed and updated client databases, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information for seamless account management.
  • Developed comprehensive campaign briefs and maintained regular communication with brand ambassadors, ensuring seamless campaign execution and alignment with strategic objectives.

Sales Assistant

Oakley
Sydney
10.2022 - Current
  • Achieved and surpassed up sell targets by strategically promoting target merchandise.
  • Received MVP Award for being the highest "Money Maker" across Australia-New Zealand.
  • Provided on-ground insights based on customer interactions to Head office.
  • Identified and communicated portfolio gaps to Head office.
  • Developed strong customer relationships through accurate service and product knowledge, driving revenue growth.
  • Effectively addressed customer complaints, leading to improved satisfaction and loyalty through exceptional customer service.
  • Stayed current with brand offerings and product knowledge to provide up-to-date information to customers.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
  • Fostered relationships with customers to expand customer base and retain business.
  • Assisted in creating displays to promote products.
  • Organized stockroom shelves, racks and bins according to store layout and product categories.
  • Completed daily reports on sales performance metrics such as units sold per hour, day, week, month.

Supervisor

Levis Strauss & Co.
Sydney
09.2022 - Current
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
  • Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
  • Supervised end-to-end stock management , including examining incoming inventory, merchandising shelves and preventing shrinkage.
  • Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
  • Contributed to design and setup of merchandise displays promoting key products, creating aesthetically pleasing arrangements to attract customer attention.
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
  • Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.

Marketing Intern

Bausch & Lomb
New Delhi, Delhi
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Effectively implemented the marketing plan within the designated timeline.
  • Utilized metrics to track key performance indicators and evaluate the impact on product awareness and recognition among college students.
  • The campaign achieved its objectives by effectively raising awareness and recognition within the desired demographic.
  • Devised a specialized strategy tailored to university students, incentive's trial and generating an impressive response of 400,000 trials within a span of just two months.
  • Collaborated closely with all departments to ensure seamless implementation and efficient management of the entire campaign.
  • Developed strong analytical and client-oriented skills while working in a structured marketing environment, gaining valuable insights and expertise.
  • Executed marketing communications to increase brand awareness and visibility and influence customer buying decisions.
  • Summarized data to present results and recommendations to management.

Education

Masters - Marketing

University Of Technology
Sydney, NSW
06.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Economics and Marketing

University of Delhi
New Delhi
06.2022

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Effective Communication
  • Commercial Experience
  • Innovative Problem Solving
  • Integrated Marketing Communication
  • IBM SPSS Statistics
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Data Analysis
  • Effective customer upselling
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Client Relationship Building
  • Creative Thinking
  • CRM
  • Data Visualisation

Affiliations

  • Vice President- Adroit New Delhi
  • Head of Marketing- Adroit New Delhi
  • Head Public Relations- Vangati New Delhi

Extra-Curricular Activities

International exchange - Denmark

  • Experienced transformative leadership in Denmark's exchange program, gaining valuable insights and cultural understanding through collaborative projects and engaging with diverse international participants. Expanded global network and leadership skills.

Additional Information

  • Available on request

Timeline

Account Management Intern

5ive Senses
10.2023 - Current

Sales Assistant

Oakley
10.2022 - Current

Supervisor

Levis Strauss & Co.
09.2022 - Current

Marketing Intern

Bausch & Lomb
06.2021 - 09.2021

Masters - Marketing

University Of Technology

Bachelor of Arts - Economics and Marketing

University of Delhi
KONARK SAMA