Amruta Hastekar
Pune
Summary
Experienced research professional with a strong foundation in data-driven environments, skilled in qualitative and quantitative analysis, project management, and strategic planning. Known for fostering team collaboration, adaptability, and efficient goal attainment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Lead
Kantar
08.2024 - Current
- Managed cross-functional teams to complete research projects on time and within budget.
- Evaluated team work for quality, ethics, and compliance.
- Led regular project updates on timelines, deliverables, risks, and action items.
- Established performance metrics for transparent progress evaluation.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure data integrity.
- Communicated with clients to explain proposals, present findings, and discuss project status.
- Boosted employee satisfaction through performance reviews and development plans.
- Led employee relations through coaching, training, and development.
- Collaborated with departments to align efforts towards common goals.
Senior Project Lead
Kantar
04.2022 - 08.2024
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize delays and ensure timely project completion.
- Evaluated, trained, and recruited researchers for the team.
- Promoted best practices and knowledge sharing within the team and with stakeholders.
- Coordinated with global leads for clients like Unilever and L'Oreal to ensure standardization.
- Led business development initiatives, including cost and feasibility checks for new projects.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, fostering repeat business through proactive engagement.
Project Lead
Kantar
02.2020 - 04.2022
- Collaborated with APAC teams to execute market research studies for major FMCG clients like Unilever, L'Oreal, and Abbott.
- Analyzed consumer data, creating impactful presentations, reports, and actionable recommendations for business units.
- Conducted meta-analysis for brands like Coca-Cola and Danone to identify creative execution drivers and barriers for SEA audiences.
- Led pilot projects for brand tracking studies and creative testing on platforms like Snapchat and Twitter.
- Trained new hires on market research practices and Kantar's Link framework.
- Conducted risk analysis, reviewed internal processes, and ensured compliance with ISO guidelines.
Senior Research Analyst
Kantar
05.2019 - 10.2019
- Company Overview: Health Division
- Leading business development initiatives
- Client servicing and account management
- Leading CSR initiatives across Health Division, India
- Training new hires
Research Analyst
Kantar
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Company Overview: Health Division
- End-to-end independently handling research projects
- Leading client communication and being the SPOC for key clients
- Effectively removing bottlenecks to ensure smooth project operation and on time client deliverables
- Health Division
Research Associate
Kantar
05.2017 - 04.2018
- Collaborated with Abbott, GSK, Novartis, AstraZeneca, Glenmark, and Cipla on healthcare and pharma research.
- Created representative charts from research data for client presentations.
- Conducted in-depth interviews and compiled data into reports for review.
- Validated data for accuracy and integrity, resolving concerns independently.
- Coordinated documentation and filings to meet regulatory requirements.
- Evaluated potential study participants for suitability.
Personal Banker
HDFC Bank
06.2016 - 04.2017
- Worked in sales and marketing of HDFC Bank promoting financial products to customers and helping them reach their financial goals
- Expanded client base by promoting new financial products and maintaining excellent service offering knowledge
- Networked to increase client base and encourage existing clients to expand financial portfolios
- Built client rapport to ensure consistent satisfaction and loyalty
- Helped clients plan for and fund retirements using mutual funds and other options
Education
MBA - Marketing
MET's Institute of Management
Mumbai, India01.2016
Electrical Engineering -
P.V.G.s College of Engineering And Technology
01.2012
HSC -
HHCP Junior College of Girls Huzurpaga
Pune06-2008
SSC -
Nirmala Convent High School
Nashik, India05-2006
Skills
- Qualitative Research
- Quantitative Research
- Data Analysis and Interpretation
- Reporting & Analysis
- Client Servicing
- Account Management
- Team management
- Goal setting
- Quality control
- Continuous improvement
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 16 staff members.
- Awarded 'Star of the Year' in June 2024 for delivering exceptional performance in 2023
- Won APAC Ops Impact Award in July 2022 for creating people impact by powering through UL account. Voted as #1 preferred report writing support with a trusted view in providing high quality, consistent delivery to Unilever
- Awarded 'Numero Uno' in Feb 2022 for delivering flawless performance in 2021
Languages
English
Marathi
Hindi
Timeline
Research Lead
Kantar
08.2024 - Current
Senior Project Lead
Kantar
04.2022 - 08.2024
Project Lead
Kantar
02.2020 - 04.2022
Senior Research Analyst
Kantar
05.2019 - 10.2019
Research Analyst
Kantar
05.2018 - 04.2019
Research Associate
Kantar
05.2017 - 04.2018
Personal Banker
HDFC Bank
06.2016 - 04.2017
MBA - Marketing
MET's Institute of Management
Electrical Engineering -
P.V.G.s College of Engineering And Technology
HSC -
HHCP Junior College of Girls Huzurpaga
SSC -
Nirmala Convent High School
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