Ankur Datta

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Consultant at SEPHORA

San Francisco Bay Area, United States

Overview

Ankur is a visionary supply chain consultant with deep expertise in omni-channel retail, operational turnarounds, and demand-driven value networks. A Cornell MBA graduate, he is described by colleagues as a pragmatic, solutions-oriented, and strategic thinker who excels at leading cross-functional teams to drive global growth for major brands.

He is the founder of KIZUNAA, an initiative focused on building professional and social connections. His interest in top-tier consulting firms like McKinsey & Company and Accenture highlights a passion for high-level business strategy and transformational change, complementing his hands-on operational experience.

He has a unique background that combines technology consulting with executive-level experience as a "turnaround expert" for global supply chains.

Personality Overview

Story Driven

Amiable & Agreeable

Optimistic

They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word.  Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials. They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional.

Topics They Care About

Supply Chain Turnarounds
Brought in as a "turnaround expert" in previous roles to transform global operations, improve service levels, and streamline processes for beauty and consumer goods companies.
Demand Driven Networks
He specializes in Demand Driven Value Networks (DDVN), having created enterprise roadmaps to implement this philosophy and strategic approach in past roles.
Global Retail Logistics
He has designed and deployed global distribution networks, collaborating with 3PLs to enhance customer experience and support direct-to-consumer (DTC) business growth for multiple brands.

Media Appearances

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Work History

10-2017
Consultant at SEPHORA
6-2017
Founder at KIZUNAA
1-2017 - 5-2017
VP Supply Chain Strategy at Elevate Brandpartners, Inc
12-2014 - 12-2016
Sr. Director, Global Operations Strategy at Bare Escentuals
1-2011 - 11-2014
Sr. Director of Strategy and Supply Chain at Zotos International (subsidiary of Shiseido, Japan)

Education

2007 - 2007
Certificate from MIT Sloan School of Management
2005 - 2007
MBA from Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management

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Exp : 14 Location : San Francisco Bay Area, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Consultant at SEPHORA
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Insights For Selling To Ankur

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Compliment them about their personality if you get a chance
  • Maintain high, positive energy and convey confidence
  • Speak from experience about success that the product has seen with other customers

DONT's

  • Don't be critical or challenge them openly, they can react defensively
  • Don’t ask too many questions in one go, weave them into the flow
  • Don’t be too formal with them, they trust informality more

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Ankur is

  • Relationship and rapport are valuable for them, but so is proven product value.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Ankur

  • They will hardly ever say a direct no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Ankur move?

  • Even when they are constantly engaged, they do not reach decisions quickly.
  • Can Ankur take some risk or not?

  • They can take some low-probability risks if needed.

You And Ankur

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