
YCP Wholesale & Distribution Experts in India

India's wholesale and distribution industry is currently riding a wave of transformative progress, witnessing substantial advancements across various sectors. This vibrant landscape is particularly prominent within the wholesale and distribution sector, making India a fertile ground for growth and innovation in this space.
YCP stands at the forefront of this transformative journey, leveraging our global team of professionals and deep-rooted understanding of the market dynamics to offer unparalleled Wholesale & Distribution Consulting services. Our expertise has been instrumental in navigating our clients through the complexities of market barriers, entry, and growth strategies in India's ever-evolving Wholesale & Distribution landscape.
As a trusted partner in Wholesale & Distribution Consulting, YCP's track record speaks volumes of our commitment to excellence and deep market insight in India. Our strategic approach, tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients, positions us as the definitive choice for businesses aiming to succeed in the competitive Indian Wholesale & Distribution market.

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Unlocking Potential: Your Path to Excellence with India's Wholesale & Distribution Professionals
India's Wholesale & Distribution sector is rapidly evolving, marked by increased digitalization and changing consumer preferences. As a cornerstone of the economy, it offers diverse opportunities for growth and expansion.
YCP stands at the forefront in providing Wholesale & Distribution Consulting in India. Our tailor-made strategies and deep industry insights assist enterprises in navigating market complexities, enhancing operational efficiencies, and driving profitability.
Our approach is centered on understanding the unique aspects of the Indian market. By leveraging our extensive experience and local expertise, we empower clients to outperform the competition, achieving sustainable growth and success in the Wholesale & Distribution sector.
Our Services
Marketing & Sales
Harnessing cutting-edge strategies, YCP redefines Marketing & Sales approaches for India's Wholesale & Distribution sector.
- Branding & Brand Management
- Product & Portfolio Management
- Pricing
- Digital Marketing
- E-commerce
- Customer Experience
- Sales Channel Strategy
- Digital Sales
Operations
Streamlining India's wholesale & distribution channels for maximized operational efficiency and market penetration.
- Project Management Office (PMO)
- Growth Strategy Implementation
- Operation Transformation
- Manufacturing
- Organization Design
Supply Chain Management
Optimizing logistics and distribution strategies, YCP reshapes India's supply chains for peak efficiency and reliability.
- Supply Chain
- Digital Supply Chain
- Procurement
- Logistics
M&A, Transactions, and PMI
Streamlining wholesale & distribution channels in India with expert M&A, transactions, and PMI advisory.
- M&A Strategy
- Divesstiture/Curb-out Strategy
- M&A Target Scouting
- Buyer/Investor Search
- Commercial Due Diligence
- M&A Execution (Buy-side & Sell-side Financial Advisory)
- Valuation
- Post-Merger Integration (PMI)
- Value Creation
- IPO PMO
- Joint Venture
- Corporate Venture Capital
Strategy
Streamlining and optimizing India's wholesale & distribution channels, YCP maximizes market reach and operational efficiency.
- Business Strategy
- Corporate Finance
- Growth Opportunity Identification
- New Business Development
- Organization Strategy
- Enterprise Risk Management
- Asset/Project Risk Management
- Digital Strategy
- Strategic Partnership & Channel Strategy
Digital Transformation
Driving digital transformation, YCP ensures India's wholesale and distribution sectors thrive through innovative strategies.
- DX Vision
- Digital Roadmap
- CIO/CDO Support
- System Architecture Design
- DX PMO
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
- Big Data Analysis
- IT Organization Design & Restructuring
- IT Portfolio Management
- Off-shore Development Centre Set-up
Public Services
Harnessing market insights, YCP elevates wholesale and distribution channels in India through strategic consulting.
- Economic Development
- Public Policy Development
- E-Governance
Sustainability
Tailoring green strategies, YCP reinvents wholesale & distribution models for India's evolving marketplace.
- Sustainability Strategy & Implementation
- Double Materiality
- Decarbonization & Net-Zero Strategy
- Climate Change Risks and Opportunities
- Sustainability Due Diligence
- Supply Chain Assessment
- ESG Reporting
- Investor Relations & Fundraising
- Organization & Governance Design
Market Research
Tailoring strategies, YCP unlocks market insights for India's wholesale & distribution sector growth.
- Market Landscape
- Market Size
- Industry Structure and Trend
- Competitive Benchmark
- Business Partner Search & Screening
- B2B/B2C Customer Survey
- Consumer Research
Navigating Wholesale & Distribution Sector in India
High Operating Costs Hindering Profitability
- In India's wholesale sector, costs account for approximately 70% of operational expenses, squeezing margins and reducing overall business profitability.
- Maintaining financial health requires leveraging technologies that reduce these overhead costs. Digital tools can cut costs by up to 20%, preserving profit margins.
Fragmented Supply Chains Impact Efficiency
- Only 40% of India’s distribution networks are efficiently connected, resulting in delays and suboptimal stock levels. This fragmentation challenges timely distribution.
- To improve delivery times, enhancing integrated logistics partnerships can realign stock deliveries and cut delays by approximately 30%, boosting supply chain efficiency.
Growth of E-Commerce Aiding Distribution
- E-commerce in India is projected to grow at a CAGR of 18% shortly. This growth fuels the wholesale segment by demanding more efficient distribution services.
- Adopting faster, adaptive logistics solutions in tandem with e-com platforms aligns with this trend. These steps can strengthen wholesale capacities by up to 25%.
Policy Support Boosting Market Dynamics
- Soon implementation of government policy reforms ushers in FDI opportunities, paving new pathways for investment in India's distribution processes.
- Capitalizing on these favorable policies, businesses might see an increase in FDI one folds allowing distribution networks to innovate and expand robustly.
Our Clients
We have worked with more than 2000 companies throughout various industries.
What Our Clients Say About Us
"Goodyear has been collaborating with YCP on new market entry strategy. I would personally like to congratulate YCP on the commendable job your team has done in supporting us, with professionalism, business intelligence, and solid market insights, in the development of a route-to-market strategy for a completely new country. The team’s strategic advice was so useful and on point, that we have already worked on a second project together, optimizing our distributor strategy in one of our existing markets. We look forward to continuing working with YCP and highly recommend them as growth partners."
Regional Sales Director
Goodyear
"YCP’s vast network and enormous experience in India, benefited us in identifying some of the competent Institutes, which were not on our radar before. Being a huge country, it is not easy to locate such Institutes that may not be popular or generally well known but that may have specific competencies useful for our applications. YCP truly served as a partner to link us with new academia in India, which has great potential for collaboration. I personally appreciate the dedication and professionalism of YCP's entire team, & particularly would like to thank Heiko for his excellent project management & valuable inputs. Thank you for the cooperation and we hope to continue the partnership we have built up so far. "
Asia Partnerships Manager - ITC Asia
Essilor
Results Through Expertise: Case Studies
Learn how we help clients build and implement strategies
that drive sustainable growth in today’s complex business landscape.
M&A Target Analysis and Engagement Strategy Development in Japan
Client
A global leader in apparel manufacturing based in India
Area
Japan
Expertise Scope
M&A Target Analysis, Communication Planning, Engagement Facilitation
Project Summary
Our team conducted analysis and validation on the M&A target company list specified by the client, wherein we assisted in initiating conversations with up to 10 target companies. Our approach included understanding the client's M&A strategy, developing communication plans for engagement with target companies, performing in-depth analysis and validation of the target list, and approaching these companies using appropriate methods.
Revenue Acceleration and Business Growth for a Branded Apparel Client
Client
A branded apparel company
Area
India, United States
Expertise Scope
Business Support, Industry Analysis, Leadership Presentation Preparation
Project Summary
We focused on project and business management, excluding technical aspects, in the branded apparel industry. Our team developed an in-depth understanding of the client's operating model and provided support in technological interventions. We assisted in project management and presentations, enabling client leadership to gain valuable industry insights. Additionally, we provided ongoing support to align the client’s objectives with evolving market trends and operational demands within the apparel industry.
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Meet Our Experts
Establish industry dominance with our experts and partners

Yuki Ishida
Managing Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, USA, China, Thailand
Past Experience:
Goldman Sachs

Naoki Arai
Managing Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Japan, China
Past Experience:
Japan Research Institute

Pilar Dieter
Managing Partner
Nationality: American
Region Coverage:
China, Japan, Korea, India, Malaysia, Singapore, USA
Past Experience:
Alaris Consulting

Manish Chheda
Managing Partner
Nationality: Indian
Region Coverage:
India, Turkey, UK
Past Experience:
Strategic Decision Group, Auctus Advisors

Abhisek Mukherjee
Partner
Nationality: Indian
Region Coverage:
India, Spain, Austria, Germany, US, Japan
Past Experience:
SDG, Accenture Strategy

Saurabh Mehta
Managing Partner
Nationality: Indian
Region Coverage:
USA, India, Middle East, SE Asia
Past Experience:
Ivalua, Avon

Puneet Kaushik
Managing Partner
Nationality: Indian
Region Coverage:
India, USA, Canada, Singapore, Indonesia, France, Belgium, UK, Japan, Germany
Past Experience:
Deutsche, Capco

Laurent Fihey
Partner
Nationality: French
Region Coverage:
Europe (most countries), Greater China, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, Morocco, USA, Canada, Mexico
Past Experience:
Arthur Andersen, Advancy
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YCP Group is the leading professional firm in Asia empowering excellence through diverse expertise:
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- YCP Consus