Dedicated and seasoned Apparel Specialist with a proven track record of success in managing end-to-end merchandising operations. Proficient in strategic planning, client relationship management, and team leadership. Skilled in driving business growth, negotiating favorable terms, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality apparel products.
-Overseeing the entire business process from development to order booking to bulk production.
-Liaising with LA team and suppliers, ensuring effective communication and meeting counterpart needs.
- Coordinating with suppliers for timely submissions, negotiations, and overseeing production planning.
- Costing, vendor visits, and risk assessments to ensure smooth order processing.
- Development of new suppliers.
- Collaborated with cross functional team to insure timely and quality product delivery.
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- Independently managed Ladies and Men's outerwear business for the company.
- Conducted costing, vendor visits, and risk assessments to ensure smooth order processing.
- Ensured timely delivery of quality products and handled critical issues efficiently.
- Managed a significant portion of Charles Vögele's business independently, focusing on Ladies Dress & Blouse and Kids Department.
- Coordinated with the team for on-time order completion and trend analysis.
- Executed effective communication with buyers and vendors, sourcing materials, and developing new business opportunities.
Handled major accounts – Quelle France, third largest ( Mail Order ) company in France handling both ladies and men's wear products.
Quelle Germany ( Mail order ), Karstadt ( Store ) handling products consisting of all kinds of ladies' wear (evening wear/night wear/casuals).
Handled Buyers like M&S Mode ( Store ), Neckermann ( Mail Order ), Quelle Germany ( Mail Order ), Quelle France for Karstadt Quelle ( Mail Order ), Crossing Pointe for Blair International ( Mail order for USA ), Wonder Woman for Coolcat Fashion B.V, Orientique, Grattan for Otto AGN ( Mail Order ) and Benetton (Store), Italy.
- **Merchandising Excellence:** hands-on experience in overseeing the entire merchandising process from development to production
- **Client Relationship Management:** Proven ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring customer satisfaction
- **Strategic Planning:** Sound practical management style focused on implementing impactful business models and strategies
- **Leadership Skills:** Adept at leading and training teams, fostering a collaborative environment for achieving business goals
Got the entire business of kids underwear at Li and Fung from China to India.
Built the apparel business at Sketchers India sourcing from the scratch.