Sec School Merchandiser

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SEETHARAMAN.R

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OBJECTIVE:

To utilize the knowledge and experience that I have gained over years for the growth personally and professionally. Result focused quality-driven professional with extensive experience in various departments in the garment industry. A dynamic professional in both knit and woven division. An excellent team player with good communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem solving skills. PROFILE HEADING – GLOBAL SOURCING AND MARKETING

A business graduate with apparel technical studies and post graduate in fashion merchandising profession. I have worked with leading apparel manufactures, fabric mills, processing units and having high visibility in the global market with the great exposure in handling international brand, buyer and market. I have over 15 years of experience in the apparel industries which has enabled me in acquiring an in-depth knowledge about international trends, business requirements, qualities of fabric, design concepts, purchase & manufacturing processes and an overall sense of International fashion market. Key working areas are Order Allocations, Sourcing New Factories, Costing of the Goods, Quality Management, Plan and Monitoring Budgets, Vendor Claims, Recruiting Staff, Inspection and Quality. Responsible for the entire merchandising operations based out of India with vendor base of more than 50 suppliers including the overseas chain. Handled more than 200 million euro of revenue business per year. Specialties:

• Product Management for key accounts US, UK and Australian markets.

• Liaising with local and overseas suppliers and distributors about orders and products

• Arranging the shipment of goods in and out of the country.

• In-depth understanding of the woven and knit fabrics.

• Relationship management functions for some key business partners.

• Instrumental in leading initiatives like design/color-material forecasting and development catering to the International market.

• Managing production in Delhi NCR and sourcing for Jaipur, Chennai, Tirupur Factories.

• Key role in acquiring new business partners.

SKILLS &EXPERTISE -MERCHANDISING AND SOURCING

Trend forecast

Trend Samples and Design forecast: Developing the sample collections along with design team based on forecast, season, buyer and brand considering the aspects like silhouette, fabric- qualities/color/design/ surface, print design and technique, washing technique and finish, accessories and garment operations. Product development and R&D

Sampling: Developing the samples i.e. Proto, Sales man /Marketing, E-com Pre production, shipment samples as per the customer requirement.

R&D: Involved with technical team on SAM calculations, Operation and Process breakdowns. Follow up the latest and updated arrivals in global market and try to replica the same as per the buyers target and lead-time.

Sourcing and Operations:

Costing and Negotiation: Price calculation based on the style and quantity, achieving the target price and delivery schedule after smooth negotiation with the customer. Order Allocations: Placing the orders with the right supplier as per their capacity and capability.

Approval and closures: Ensure to close the approvals on time and as per the customer requirement.

Material In house: Follow-up with the fabric/printing mills to ensure on time arrivals. External / internal meetings: Conducting multiple meetings with the suppliers and in-house team for the better understanding on the process, product and supply chain. Production Data: Close follow up with the Production team and get the accurate status PPC: Making the T&A and monitoring the key dates after sharing with team and customer, Flagged well in advance for delays and deadlines.

Ecological testing’s: Well versed with Physical and Chemical testing methods and certifications and able procure the materials based on the customer parameters. Supply Chain: Having sufficient knowledge in supply chain documentations and export/ import formalities. Handled ERP software’s and supply chain tools.

Quality Assurance: Sufficient quality knowledge in all the areas like sampling, fabrics, printing, pattern, cutting, sewing, garment processing and finishing. Vendor management:

Fabric Vendors : Have worked with all the major mills which includes auto and power looms, Have delt with all the fabric finishing and process such as Dyed, Printing, Yarn dyed, Solids, and Special finishes, Have enough knowledge in technical process and able to negotiate with vendors for the best price in the market. Process Units and Embellishments: Good experience in garment dyed process like, Pigment, Discharge, Acid, CPD,Enzyme, Denim and special washes, Able to negotiate with supplier for the best price in the market. Have good exposure with high fashion brands and have enough knowledge in Embroidery, Hotfix, Sequence, beads work and etc.

Compliance and Auditing: Basic knowledge in Social/ physical complaints, auditing procedures and certifications for Factory, third party and sub-contractors.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Jan 2019 – Till

Organization: Faith Fashion Ltd. (Buying House), Noida Role: Product Manager

Buyer handling: Autograph, Millers, Rockman, Beme, Ezibuy etc. Activity: Global Merchandising and Vendor Management.

Operations - Merchandising and Marketing.

Vendor Management and compliance.

Product category and Auditing.

March 2011 – Dec 2018

Organization: Interconcepts Fashion Service, New Delhi. Role: Business Development and Merchandising Manager Buyer handling: Cecil and Bonita

Area of Work:

Trend Meetings: Developing and collecting the new trend samples based on customer requirement.

Sampling: Analyzing the requested style and suggesting the suitable material as per the customer requirement and making the correct sample on time.

Production & Planning: Creating T&A, fixing the deadline for approvals, raw materials arrival, and regular follow-ups with the supplier and sub suppliers for the effective order execution.

Technical and quality support: Analyzing the product and suggesting feasible options for the better production.

Sourcing: Regular visit to Mills like weaving, printing, dyeing, trims and the trade fairs.

November 2008 - December 2010

Organization: Celebrity fashions (P) ltd, Chennai

Role: Quality follow- up from sampling to shipping. Buyer Handling: Authorized quality in-charge for the brand Timberland. Area of work:

Ensuring quality in all the areas.

Evaluate the samples i.e. proto, trend, SMS, size set and production samples.

Conducting inline, midline and final inspection. December 2005 - November 2008

Organization: Mathani Clothing Company (P) Ltd, Chennai Role: Sampling Q.A & Junior Merchandiser.

Buyer handling: Tom Tailor, Kohl’s, Gramicci, & JM&A. Area of work:

Ensuring quality in all the areas.

Evaluate the samples i.e. proto, trend, SMS, size set and production samples.

Follow-up with the production team to develop the requested style and suggest suitable material as per the customer requirement on time.

Order execution: Regular follow-ups with the sourcing team to get the fabrics and trims within the deadline.

PPM: Conducting PPM meetings with the supplier, analyzing if there are difficulties suggesting feasible options.

December 2003 – September 2005

Organization: Industrial Business Consultancy (I.B.C Buying House) NewDelhi. Role: Quality Assurance.

Buyer handling: Lemmon Grass, 52weekend, Pineapple & JCP PENNY. Area of work:

Ensuring quality in all the areas.

Conducting AQL inspections for fabric, trims, cutting, sewing and finishing.

Follow-up with the factory to make sure the production is complete on time.

PPM: Conducting PPM meetings with the supplier, analyzing, if there are difficulties suggesting feasible options.

August 2002 – December 2003

Organization: Silvia Apparels Pvt. Ltd,N.E.P.Z,Noida. Role: Sampling Coordinator.

Buyer Handling: Tommy Hilfiger, Van Husain, Zodiac. Area of work:

Follow-up with the merchandiser and designer to make the samples as per the requirement.

Analyzing the pattern with specification sheet and making sure all the amendments are done.

Follow-ups with the production team and get technical suggestions.

Schedule meeting with the Merchandiser, pattern technician and designer to analyze if there are any difficulties.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Post-Graduation in Fashion Merchandising from Pearl Academy of Fashion, Chennai. (2010 - 2012)

Under Graduation in Bachelor of Business Administration from Madras University. (2003 - 2006)

Diploma in Apparel Manufacturing Technology from Apparel Training and Design Center, Chennai

(Sponsored by A.E.P.C) Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India. (2001 to 2002)

High Secondary School from St. John’s mat higher sec school, Chennai. (2000) COMPUTER PROFICIENCY

MS-Office

CAD for Garment – GGT

Graphic design: Adobe – Photoshop - illustrates – Indesign. PERSONAL STRENGTH

Self-motivated and disciplined.

Ability to take up new challenges and willingness to learn.

Strong determination and interpersonal skills.

PERSONAL DETAILS

Father Name: Mr. Ramalingam

DOB: 09-Nov-1982

Marital status: Married

Languages Known: Tamil, Hindi, English, Telugu and Basic German ( Deutche ) Current Address: No-2, Nandha Flats,

6

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Street, Rangarajapuram,

Saidapet, Chennai - 600015

Nationality: Indian

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