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Jeyandran Venugopal, the Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO) at Flipkart, is set to depart from the company after over eight years of service. According to sources, Venugopal is leaving for personal reasons, and his exit will take place over the next quarter.
Venugopal’s Impact at Flipkart
During his time at Flipkart, Venugopal led teams across various functions such as Product Management, Engineering, Design, Data Science, IT, and more. He was also responsible for managing several key business operations, including platform growth, revenue generation, and customer traffic programs. Notably, he played a major role in scaling Myntra, Flipkart’s fashion e-commerce platform.
Flipkart’s Search for a New CPTO
Flipkart is now looking at internal candidates to replace Venugopal. Senior Vice Presidents (SVPs) within the company are in the running for the role. The company is working to identify the right candidate and ensure a smooth transition.
Venugopal’s departure comes amid other leadership changes at Flipkart. The company has seen several key executives leave over the past year, and it is making efforts to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
As Flipkart searches for a new CPTO, the company’s future will depend on how it adapts to the competitive e-commerce market.
