Ashish Gajinkar
Dublin,Dublin
Summary
Marketing professional with a Master's in Marketing and a background in mechanical engineering. Proven track record in developing impactful marketing strategies, conducting market research, and fostering client relationships. Skilled in digital marketing, teamwork, and leadership, achieving consistent success in meeting sales targets. Adaptable to dynamic environments, committed to continuous learning, and a published researcher with a passion for innovative marketing approaches. Seeking a dynamic marketing role to contribute strategic insights and drive positive brand impact.
Overview
1
1
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Retail Assistant
2023.05 - Current
- Assisting customers in friendly and knowledgeable manner providing excellent customer service and ensuring their needs are met.
- Maintaining clean and organized sales floor, ensuring merchandise is properly displayed and stocked
- Collaborating with team members to achieve sales targets and deliver exceptional shopping experiences
- Responding to customer inquiries, resolved issues, and handled customer complaints in professional and timely manner.
Business Development Trainee
Anshutech Airconditioning Pvt. Ltd
Mumbai
2021.08 - 2021.12
- Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies to promote products/services and increase brand awareness
- Conducted market research and analyzed customer data to identify target audiences and understand their preferences.
Intern
Blue Star India Ltd
Mumbai
2021.01 - 2021.05
- Conducted thorough market research and analysis to identify consumer trends, market opportunities, and competitive landscape
- Built and maintained strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional customer service and support throughout sales process
- Developed and implemented public relations strategies to enhance brand reputation and visibility.
Education
MSc - Marketing
2022.09 - 2023.09
Key Modules:
Applied Strategic Branding | Integrated Marketing Communications | International Marketing | Service Marketing Management | Contemporary Consumer Behaviour | Sustainable Marketing Practices | Design thinking and Entrepreneurship | Web marketing and metrics
B. Tech - Mechanical Engineering
2017.07 - 2021.05
Key Modules:
Engineering Drawing | Engineering Mechanics | Thermodynamics | Engineering Mathematics | Computational Fluid Dynamics | Strength of Materials | Machine Design | Mechatronics
Core skills
- Strategic Marketing: Developed and executed effective marketing strategies to enhance brand awareness and drive product promotion.
- Market Research and Analysis: Conducted comprehensive market research to identify consumer trends, preferences, and competitive landscapes.
- Sales Strategy: Implemented successful sales strategies, contributing to meeting targets and achieving sales objectives.
- Customer Relationship Management: Built and maintained strong client relationships, ensuring exceptional customer service and support.
- Digital Marketing: Proficient in leveraging digital platforms for marketing campaigns, demonstrating expertise in online audience engagement.
- Partnerships and Sponsorships: Developed and managed partnerships and sponsorships to enhance brand visibility and reputation.
- Leadership and Teamwork: Demonstrated strong leadership skills and effective collaboration with team members to achieve common goals.
- Verbal and Written Communication: Effectively communicated ideas and information verbally and in writing, contributing to clear and concise messaging.
- Microsoft Office: Proficient in using Microsoft Office for data analysis, reporting, and presentations.
- SPSS Software: Utilized ANOVA analysis and SPSS software for dissertation research in the MSc in Marketing program.
- CAD (Computer-Aided Design): Applied CAD skills from engineering background to enhance design and visualization aspects.
Personal Skills
- Adaptability: Proven ability to adapt to dynamic environments, fostering continuous learning and quick integration into new settings.
- Efficiency and Profitability: Committed to improving efficiency and profitability through proactive actions and strategic decision-making.
- Learning and Adaptation: Proactively seek opportunities for learning and adaptation, enhancing skills, and staying abreast of industry trends.
- Innovative Thinking: Demonstrated innovative thinking, especially evident in the published research paper on additive manufacturing technology.
- Community Engagement: Engaged with the community through extracurricular activities, such as volunteering with iGiftLife NGO during B.Tech.
- Multitasking: Effectively managed diverse responsibilities, balancing academic pursuits, internships, and extracurricular involvement.
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Native
Marathi
Native
French
Beginner
Accomplishments
- Published a research paper “SELECTION OF ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY FOR OPTIMIZED INTAKE MANIFOLD: A REVIEW.” PalArch's Journal of Archaeology of Egypt/Egyptology,17(9), pp.4270-4300.
Additional Information
- Worked with an NGO called iGiftLife for 6 months during my 4th semester of B.Tech.
- Represented the university football team at an institutional level.
- Took a key role in planning and coordinating PROTA, our university's largest sports event, actively contributing as a member of the organizing committee.
Interests
- Sports
- Music
- Cooking
Timeline
Retail Assistant -
2023.05 - Current
Dublin Business School - MSc, Marketing
2022.09 - 2023.09
Business Development Trainee - Anshutech Airconditioning Pvt. Ltd
2021.08 - 2021.12
Intern - Blue Star India Ltd
2021.01 - 2021.05
Symbiosis Institute of Technology - B. Tech, Mechanical Engineering
2017.07 - 2021.05