Textile Merchandiser - Fabric Sourcing Expert

Moh.Osama Ansari

**************@*****.*** +91-885*******

Kanpur, India www.linkedin.com/in/moh-osama-ansari-6a483131a PROFILE SUMMARY

Textile professional with 2+ years of experience in fabric sourcing, product development, vendor management, and production coordination within the apparel and textile industry. Experienced in managing fabric developments from sampling to bulk production, coordinating with suppliers and cross- functional teams, negotiating commercial terms, and ensuring timely order execution. Strong understanding of textile manufacturing, procurement processes, and merchandising operations. Seeking to leverage my sourcing and production expertise in a Merchandiser role within a fashion, safety and riding- focused organization.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Executive – Woven & Knitted Fabric Sourcing SuperHouse Limited, Noida, Uttar Pradesh

June 2025 – Present

Led end-to-end fabric sourcing activities for sampling and bulk production across multiple woven and knitted product categories.

Collaborated with suppliers, production, merchandising, and quality teams to ensure seamless execution of product developments and purchase orders.

Managed supplier follow-ups, sample approvals, fabric developments, and production timelines.

Negotiated prices, lead times, and commercial terms with suppliers across India and overseas while maintaining target costs.

Coordinated RFQs, Purchase Orders, GRNs, invoices, and ERP documentation for smooth procurement operations.

Maintained strong supplier relationships to ensure smooth communication, quick issue resolution, and timely execution of developments.

Tracked sampling and bulk order progress through continuous supplier follow-ups to ensure timely deliveries and minimize production delays.

Supported product development by sourcing fabrics that met buyer specifications, quality standards, target costs, and delivery timelines.

Managed third-party testing, sustainability approvals, and documentation required for customer compliance.

Maintained accurate procurement records and ensured documentation readiness for audit and finance reconciliation.

Supported new product developments by sourcing fabrics based on buyer specifications, performance requirements, and target pricing.

Graduate Engineer Trainee

Donear Industries Ltd., Surat

July 2024 – June 2025

Assisted in yarn/fabric dyeing, fabric processing, and quality control operations.

Coordinated with production teams to monitor processing schedules and maintain quality standards.

Gained practical exposure to textile manufacturing, process planning, and production workflows.

Participated in process improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce waste.

Developed a strong understanding of textile production, dyeing operations, and fabric quality. EDUCATION

B.Tech. in Textile Chemistry (70%)

Uttar Pradesh Textile Technology Institute, Kanpur 2020–2024 12th – PCM (71%) – S.V.M.I.C Inter College, UP Board 2018 10th (79%) – S.V.M.I.C Inter College, UP Board 2016 CORE COMPETENCIES

Merchandising Support

Product Development

Vendor Coordination

Production Coordination

Fabric Sourcing

Sample Development

Purchase Order Management

Vendor Negotiation

Costing & Procurement

ERP Procurement

RFQs, PO & GRN Management

Cross-functional Coordination

Commercial Documentation

Supplier Development

Woven & Knitted Fabrics ( Cotton, Polyester, Nylon, Viscose, Linen Blends )

Fabric Construction (GSM, Weave, EPI, PPI)

Fabric Testing & Quality Parameters

End-to-End Textile Manufacturing

Vendor Evaluation

Supply Chain Coordination

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

CERTIFICATIONS

• Google Analytics – applied for tracking sourcing market trends and supplier data

• Data Science Foundation – Great Learning Academy ACHIEVEMENTS & ACTIVITIES

• Gold Medal – Badminton, UPTTI Inter-college Championship (2023 & 2024)

• Captain, University Badminton Society – Led team strategy and represented UPTTI at university level.

• Event Coordinator, National Convention on Coloration in Textile Trends (SDC India) – facilitated textile training for 500+ students, UPTTI Kanpur, Dec 2023

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