Manjunath M
About Manjunath M
Manjunath M is an Associate Director at Zepto, where he oversees a team of over 200 employees and manages various aspects of operations in Bengaluru. With over 20 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, he has held several managerial roles at notable companies including Amazon, Flipkart, and Yum! Brands.
Work at Zepto
Currently, Manjunath M serves as Associate Director at Zepto, a role he has held since 2023. He is based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, and works on-site. In this position, he oversees a team of over 200 employees, managing various aspects of the supply chain, logistics, marketing, and customer service. His leadership focuses on operations, growth, and profitability within one of India's largest and most competitive markets.
Previous Experience
Before joining Zepto, Manjunath M held several significant roles in the food and beverage sector. He worked at Foodworld Supermarkets Limited as a Customer Service Supervisor from 2003 to 2006. He then progressed to Nike as Store Manager from 2006 to 2011, followed by a position at Yum! Brands as CHAMPS Recognition Specialist from 2011 to 2015. His experience continued at Amazon as Operations Manager from 2015 to 2019, and at Flipkart as Manager II from 2019 to 2022. Most recently, he served as Assistant General Manager at Arzooo for six months in 2022-2023.
Education and Expertise
Manjunath M holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from North East Frontier Technical University (NEFTU), which he completed from 2018 to 2019. He also earned a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree from EIILM University, studying Business/Commerce from 2009 to 2012. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in managing large-scale operations in the food and beverage industry.
Certifications
Manjunath M possesses several professional certifications that enhance his operational capabilities. He holds a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification, which equips him with methodologies for improving efficiency and excellence in business processes. Additionally, he is a certified HACCP (Food Safety) Auditor, a qualification essential for maintaining food safety standards in the food and beverage sector.
Industry Experience
With over 20 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, Manjunath M has developed a deep understanding of managing large-scale operations. His career spans various roles that have contributed to his expertise in supply chain management, customer service, and operational efficiency.