Hiya Chandel’s Post

Just wrapped up my MBA internship at Reliance Retail's Supply Chain department, and it feels like my brain just underwent a massive expansion! Walking into this role, I was eager to get my hands dirty, but the project charter on their digital WMS solution was a game-changer. It ignited a fire to understand their entire digital landscape – the intricate warehouse processes, the tech stack juggling act, you name it! Every single day was a masterclass in how Reliance Retail truly embodies "ocean of learnings." Warehouse visits at Reliance Digital were like stepping into an operational ballet. Witnessing the seamless flow from shelf to screen solidified my understanding of how crucial efficient warehousing is in today's omni-channel world. But the biggest takeaway? The incredible people! Every day brought new connections, expanding my network and reminding me of the power of collaboration. I am deeply grateful to Jatin Shah, whose vast experience in supply chain transformed every discussion into a treasure trove of insights. Mandaar Ovalekar’s humility and support created a nurturing environment for growth and learning. And @Somnath Kumar, the go-to person for detailed explanations, whose precise and thorough teaching on new processes and concepts was invaluable. This internship wasn't just about ticking boxes; it was about igniting a passion for the dynamic world of supply chain in the digital age. #RelianceRetail #SupplyChain #MBAJourney

✨Certificate Achievement at Reliance SMART BAZAR✨ Excited to share that I completed my Store Internship Program at Reliance SMART Here's a LinkedIn-friendly version that highlights your experience with a focus on finance and technology: - Sales Optimization 📊: Learned data-driven strategies to boost sales and enhance customer engagement. - Customer Experience 🤝: Developed skills to deliver top-notch customer service while leveraging tech tools for smoother interactions. - Operational Efficiency 🛒: Gained insight into the tech-driven processes behind day-to-day store operations. - Financial Analysis 💼: Applied my MBA Finance knowledge to understand the financial aspects of retail, including inventory management, sales tracking, and profit analysis. This experience has deepened my understanding of how finance and technology drive retail success. Looking forward to applying these skills as I advance in my career!

My Internship Journey at Reliance Retail : A Learning Experience Beyond the Obvious During my recent internship in Retailship Management at Reliance Smart Bazar, I had the privilege of delving deeper into the intricate and often unseen elements of retail operations. While many talk about the essentials like inventory management and customer service, I discovered that the real engine behind a successful retail operation is something more nuanced: the balance between human intuition and technology. One of the most unique aspects I uncovered was the role of micro-data patterns in decision-making. While we often hear about big data, I noticed that subtle, almost invisible trends—like slight shifts in customer footfall during different times of the day—have a massive impact on how retail adjusts its strategies. This taught me the importance of attentiveness to details that most might overlook, yet these details drive operational efficiency and customer satisfaction in ways that are not often discussed. Another key takeaway that many don't talk about is the emotional intelligence required in managing customer expectations. Beyond mere communication skills, I learned how to read non-verbal cues, identify underlying needs, and adjust the approach to offer personalized services that create lasting relationships. This human touch, which goes beyond basic salesmanship, is a vital element in creating loyalty and driving repeat business. The role of agility in logistics was another overlooked yet critical area I explored. Most discussions around retail focus on visible aspects like display or customer service, but I found that being able to adapt quickly to supply chain disruptions or unexpected inventory demands required not just good systems, but also a proactive mindset. In the fast-paced world of retail, learning to anticipate challenges before they escalate is a skill that I honed significantly, one that most newcomers may not focus on immediately. Lastly, while many might highlight teamwork in retail, my experience revealed the importance of inter-departmental synergy. I witnessed firsthand how seamless collaboration between merchandising, sales, and back-end operations is pivotal to maintaining the store's growth. Each department may have its individual goals, but aligning them towards a common objective is what ensures overall success. This cross-functional perspective gave me a much broader understanding of retail dynamics. In essence, my internship not only deepened my knowledge of retail management but also sharpened my ability to notice these often-unspoken drivers of growth—details that most might miss, but which are critical to a thriving retail ecosystem. These insights, I believe, will give me a distinct edge in the industry.

I am thrilled to announce the successful completion of my 1.5-month internship with Reliance Retail, focusing on "Market Analysis and Expansion Strategy for Oral Care Products at Reliance Smart." The objective of this internship was to conduct an in-depth analysis of market trends and consumer preferences for oral care products, evaluate the competitive landscape by identifying key competitors and their strategies, and explore potential new products and market segments for expansion. Throughout this endeavor, I carried out a meticulous market analysis to gain a comprehensive understanding of the current market dynamics. My research involved visiting the offline store in my city 4-5 times a week to collect sales data, engage with consumers, and gather valuable insights firsthand. The culmination of this extensive research was the formulation of a strategic plan aimed at expanding Reliance Smart's oral care product line and enhancing its market share. I had the opportunity to present this plan, which included product recommendations and marketing initiatives, to the senior management team at Reliance Retail. I am profoundly grateful to IIM Bodh Gaya for equipping me with the skills and knowledge to be part of such an esteemed internship, and to Professor Sk Abu Khalek and Dr. Anup Anurag Soren for their invaluable guidance and support throughout this journey. A special thanks to the senior executives at Reliance Retail for granting me the opportunity to present my findings and to the Reliance Retail store team for their warm onboarding and the enriching experience they provided. This internship has been an exceptional learning journey, significantly enhancing my expertise in market research & analysis and strategic planning. #MarketAnalysis #ExpansionStrategy #RetailIndustry #OralCareProducts #RelianceRetail #ConsumerInsights #IIMBodhGaya #LiveProject #StrategicPlanning #LearningExperience #ProfessionalGrowth #RetailMarketing #CompetitiveAnalysis #ProductExpansion #Grateful 🛒🛍️📈

As I close the chapter on my internship with Reliance Retail, I want to share some key takeaways that I'll carry with me: 1. Customer-centric approach: Understanding the importance of putting customers first in every decision. 2. Collaboration is key: Learning to work effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals. 3. Adaptability is crucial: Embracing change and being open to new challenges and opportunities. 4. Attention to detail: Realizing the impact of small details on overall performance. 5. Continuous learning: Recognizing the value of ongoing learning and professional development. These insights have been invaluable, and I'm excited to apply them in my future endeavors. #RelianceRetail #Internship #LearningAndDevelopment #CareerGrowth"

Standing in a store, pondering over plethora of choices of different products, we seldom think about the well oiled machinery that drives the retail industry from the product design to making the right assortment of products available to the right set of buyers. Retail is not just about making the product available to the customers it is a combination of multiple arrays of technological, psychological and sociological processes, planning and executed steps that feed the economical growth of a society by providing sources of expenditure, income generation through employment in the factors market and aspirational well being and progress. Today, in the 'modern' or technologically advanced society, where the concepts like 'Just in time Delivery' are becoming a trend and demand by the customers, retail too has to modify and evolve to meet this evolving market of consumers. As part of my summer internship at #accenture, I got to experience and work over one of such evolving facets in the retail: Demand Forecasting. Through this I got to learn and get a peak behind the curtain on how the retail industry plans, analyses and predicts demand for various products leading to decision making for store level allocations. I also got exposed to the idea of how evolved has the science behind predicting consumer choices(which we often feel is chaotic and unpredictable) become and is being actively applied to meet and fulfill to a large extent the trivial choice based needs for consumers even before they can consciously think and plan about it themselves.

Excited to share the completion of my latest task as a Business Analytics Intern at Digital Empowerment Network! 🎯 Objective: Business Case Study Summary of Unilever Pakistan. This task involved summarizing key insights from a business case study, including the company’s background, challenges, strategies, and outcomes. It was a great experience analyzing how Unilever Pakistan revolutionized its supply chain using IT solutions to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction. #BusinessAnalytics #SupplyChain #CaseStudy #DataAnalysis #Internship #DigitalEmpowermentNetwork

Beyond blessed to announce that I have crossed over 7 weeks of my internship with Elite Supplier Group! I work as an e-Commerce account manager specializing in sales and marketing. We are a brokerage firm that assists vendors in getting their product into Walmart as well as drive business for vendors who are already in, and want to grow their business. Some of my tasks include: - Manage and allocate funds for various marketing campaigns, leveraging Walmart Connect to drive sales on Walmart.com - Assess the various competitor's products and the current market to predict trends and determine best use of marketing efforts - Build comprehensive spreadsheets using excel to turn raw data into clear pictures for Walmart buyers and the vendors that we run business for - Navigate Walmart resources like Walmart Seller Center and Retail Link in order to be prepared for any item-specific or big picture questions that vendors or co-workers may have

As a student pursuing a BBA in Retail Management, I've noticed a significant gap in the availability of jobs that meet our needs and aspirations. It’s disheartening to see how often we must compromise on our desires and fulfillment. The scarcity of suitable opportunities like on-the-job training (OJT) or internships, especially those aligned with our preferences, is a challenge many of us face. Why is it that there are so few evening shifts, UK shifts, or remote work options? It’s perplexing that while big companies demand experience, they rarely offer the entry-level opportunities that help us gain that very experience. A noteworthy project from my second semester involved creating a product/service display on the theme of Diwali. I proposed a unique idea of establishing a budget-friendly party organizers agency. Though it was just a project, it felt incredibly real and provided me with valuable experience in planning and presentation. Through such college projects and presentations, I’ve gained some practical insights and skills in the field of sales and business development. In conclusion, I believe companies should put more effort into creating supportive environments for interns, ensuring they have the opportunities and conditions to thrive.

𝗧𝘄𝗼 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗛𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗹𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗱! 🚀 My internship was a deep dive into the intricate world of FMCG, where, during the second month, I was fortunate to gain hands-on experience in: 🔸𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀' 𝗥𝗢𝗜: Delving into the financial health of our distribution network was eye-opening. By analyzing key performance indicators and identifying areas for improvement, I contributed to optimizing our supply chain and enhancing distributor partnerships. 🔸𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: Mastering the art of storytelling with numbers, I played a pivotal role in preparing and analyzing financial statements. This experience honed my ability to extract meaningful insights and support strategic decision-making. 🔸𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 & 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀: Uncovering trends, patterns, and correlations in sales data was incredibly rewarding. By identifying high-performing products and regions, I contributed to optimizing our #ProductMix and driving profitability. 🔸𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀: The delicate balance between revenue and market share is a fascinating challenge. I conducted in-depth #MarketResearch and competitor analysis to support data-driven pricing decisions. 🔸𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: Exploring the world of consumer credit was an exciting opportunity. I gained insights into credit risk assessment and the role of financial inclusion in driving consumption. Beyond the technical skills, I've developed a keen understanding of the #FMCG industry, the importance of data-driven decision-making, and the value of building strong #CorporateRelationships. This internship has equipped me with a solid foundation for a successful career in the corporate world. Grateful for the mentorship and opportunities provided by the HUL team✨ #HUL #SummerInternship #MBA #distributorROI #financialreporting #salesandprofitability #pricinganalysis #consumerfinance #learningandgrowth #experience