Swiggy’s Sharad Gupta joins GoKwik as senior director - products

Indian ecommerce enabler GoKwik has appointed Sharad Gupta as Senior Director, Products, marking a strategic move to bolster its ecommerce capabilities.

With over a decade of experience in the tech and product development sector, Gupta will lead GoKwik’s custom checkout division, aiming to enhance digital shopping experiences across India. 

Gupta's prior experience

Gupta brings a wealth of experience in product strategy, particularly from his previous roles at prominent companies such as Swiggy, Dineout, and Paytm.

During his tenure at Swiggy, Gupta played a pivotal role in advancing the food delivery landscape through initiatives including a collaboration with the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) that introduced food delivery options for train passengers nationwide.

His experience at Dineout included enhancing customer loyalty and engagement, while at Paytm, he contributed to customer support infrastructure, reinforcing his reputation in consumer-focused product innovation.

Enhancing eCommerce checkout solutions

At GoKwik, Gupta’s role will focus on improving checkout and payment processes, making them simpler and faster for shoppers on multiple eCommerce platforms.

“Having Sharad join our team is a significant step towards becoming deeply platform-agnostic,” said Chirag Taneja, co-founder and CEO of GoKwik.

“His expertise in building impactful products makes him an ideal leader to drive our checkout solutions forward. We’re excited about the potential his leadership brings in shaping GoKwik’s growth and increasing the value we deliver to our partner brands.”

Embracing a vision for seamless digital commerce

Expressing his enthusiasm, Gupta highlighted his excitement about contributing to India’s growing eCommerce sector. “The eCommerce space in India is booming, with brands actively seeking innovative, frictionless ways to engage directly with consumers,” Gupta said.

 “GoKwik is at the forefront of this shift, setting new standards for a smooth, hassle-free shopping experience that keeps customers returning.”

Expanding GoKwik's network

GoKwik currently partners with over 10,000 brands, including Lenskart, Neemans, Man Matters, and Shoppers Stop. The network spans categories such as fashion, beauty, health, and electronics, catering to more than 120 million shoppers.

With Gupta’s expertise, GoKwik aims to strengthen its leadership in the eCommerce sector, especially ahead of the festive shopping season.