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MANISH KUMAR

Auckland,New Zealand

Summary

Analytical and commercially focused professional with over 6 years of progressive experience in the retail and supermarket sector. Currently a Micro Space Analyst at Woolworths New Zealand, with a proven ability to gather and critically analyse market data, identify key issues, draw logical conclusions, and communicate insights to decision-makers. Proficient in SAP, Power BI, and space planning tools, with a strong record of engaging stakeholders and leading cross-functional projects. Demonstrates deep understanding of market dynamics, industry trends, and factors impacting performance. Seeking to bring a proactive, solutions-focused approach to a Commercial Analyst role, contributing to business strategies and regulatory insight.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Micro Space Analyst

WoolWorths
Auckland, New Zealand
09.2023 - Current
  • Gathered and analysed market data across 50+ stores, leading to the removal of 50+ low-performing SKUs and freeing up shelf space for high-margin products.
  • Identified key issues in product placement and developed logical conclusions, driving a 15% sales increase and improved space efficiency.
  • Engaged with internal business units to understand commercial and operational market dynamics and align strategies with consumer behavior.
  • Conducted category reviews, SKU productivity analysis, and performance dashboards to support evidence-based decision-making.
  • Designed advanced planograms in W365 that translated data insights into clear visual strategies aligned with customer shopping missions and business goals.
  • Piloted a new space allocation strategy based on ROI, increasing incremental promotional revenue by 12% in six weeks.
  • Partnered across Range, Space, and Merchandise teams to ensure cross-functional alignment on 10+ NPDs, ERCs, and store layouts.
  • Created interactive Power BI dashboards to support performance reporting, improving stock availability and reducing out-of-stocks by 10%.
  • Applied economic and commercial principles in layout decisions to maximise category profitability and reduce cannibalisation.

Assistant Long - Life Manager

Woolworths
Auckland, New Zealand
08.2021 - 09.2023
  • Led weekly audits across 100+ promotional displays, maintaining 99% compliance and ensuring high-value outputs through improved layout and pricing integrity.
  • Mentored 15+ new staff on product specification and customer service, supporting a high-performing, fast-paced team environment.
  • Managed stakeholder relationships between store operations and Space/Range teams to ensure seamless execution of promotional strategies.
  • Delivered clear, concise updates to category managers and commercial teams, contributing to informed decision-making across multiple departments.
  • Applied strong report-writing and documentation skills to maintain store-level compliance records and communicate insights to leadership.

Duty Manager

Woolworths
Auckland, New Zealand
11.2017 - 01.2021
  • Developed and implemented a complaint resolution process, reducing average customer response time to under 24 hours and increasing satisfaction scores by 30%.
  • Provided daily operational leadership, demonstrating a solutions-focused approach in a high-pressure environment.
  • Improved team workflows and problem-solving capabilities, contributing to consistent service excellence and customer loyalty.
  • Acted as liaison between store teams and leadership, ensuring feedback loops supported continuous improvement and decision-making.

Education

Level 6: Diploma - Business: Leadership And Management

ICL Graduate Business School
Auckland, New Zealand
11.2020

Skills

  • Market data analysis
  • Critical thinking & issue identification
  • Economic & accounting principles
  • Power BI, SAP, W365
  • Report writing & performance dashboards
  • Stakeholder engagement & relationship management
  • Regulatory awareness & policy support
  • Promotional and shelf space optimisation
  • Drafting & documentation
  • Fast-paced environment experience
  • Problem resolution & decision support

Certification

  • Advance Work-Based First Aid, 06/01/24
  • Food Safety Training Program Certificate
  • Manager's Certificate - Auckland Council
  • Physique Coach Certification, 06/01/24
  • Performance Nutrition Coach, 06/01/24
  • Performance PT Coach, 06/01/24
  • Fat Loss Transformation, 06/01/24
  • Strength System, 06/01/24

Timeline

Micro Space Analyst

WoolWorths
09.2023 - Current

Assistant Long - Life Manager

Woolworths
08.2021 - 09.2023

Duty Manager

Woolworths
11.2017 - 01.2021

Level 6: Diploma - Business: Leadership And Management

ICL Graduate Business School

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