Aditi Mishra
Gurgaon
Summary
A NIFT graduate with 6+ years of experience in Sourcing & Merchandising managing international brands across Womenswear, Kidswear, and License apparels. Expertise in end-to-end TNA management, vendor management, product development, costing & negotiation. Proven track record of managing $6M+ seasonal business while building strong buyer-vendor relationships in fast-paced sourcing environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sourcing & Production Merchandiser
Target Australia - Anko Sourcing
Gurgaon
2026.02 - Current
- Independently manage Children’swear and Licensed Apparel portfolio for Target Australia valued at $5.0M, overseeing development to bulk execution.
- Drive sourcing diversification strategy from competitive regions and developing Indian vendors capable of delivering superior quality at the best cost.
- Steer sample development lifecycle to PP approval, managing trim approvals, test reports, and raw material tracking in line with Target brand guidelines.
- Drive sourcing diversification strategy from competitive regions and developing Indian vendors capable of delivering superior quality at best cost.
- Partner with the Melbourne product team and vendor base for strategic order allocation based on capacity, product specialization, and compliance performance.
- Managed end-to-end critical path, ensuring timely completion of pre-production activities and sample development per TNA.
- Lead commercial negotiations on pricing, lead times, and MOQs in collaboration with buyers and suppliers to achieve the best cost and margin.
- Conducted regular factory visits to identify production bottlenecks and implemented proactive solutions for seamless execution.
Sourcing Merchandiser
Myer Sourcing Asia Ltd - Liaison Office
Gurgaon
2023.05 - 2026.02
- Independently managed 4 private labels for Myer Australia with ∼400 styles per season, valued at $6.0 Million.
- Led commercial negotiations on price, lead time, and MOQs in coordination with buyers and suppliers to achieve the best cost.
- Lead sample development through to PP approval, including trim cards, test reports, and raw material tracking in compliance with brand guidelines.
- Own and drive bulk TNA, ensuring on-time completion of pre-production activities and sample development as per the critical path.
- Partner with Melbourne team and vendor base for strategic order allocation based on capacity and product specialization.
- Conduct regular factory visits to identify production bottlenecks and implement proactive solutions for smooth execution.
- Manage inspection bookings and documentation for QC intervention and ensure PO creation and order maintenance.
Asst. Buyer
R&B - Apparel Group
Dubai
2023.01 - 2023.04
- Supported Buyer and Brand Manager in range building and seasonal assortment planning.
- Managed the critical path to ensure 100% on-time shipment within delivery windows.
- Coordinated regularly with vendors for timely sample submissions and provided approvals.
- Assisted in product costing, vendor negotiation, and allocation to optimize margins and capacity.
Merchandiser
Impulse India Pvt. Ltd.
Gurgaon
2022.01 - 2023.01
- Managed key UK accounts, including TK Maxx, Wyse London, and Boohoo, to enhance client relationships.
- Forecasted seasonal bookings based on advance buy plans and vendor capabilities to align inventory with demand.
- Negotiated pricing, timelines, and quantities with buyers and suppliers to optimize profit margins.
Assistant Merchandiser
Modelama Exports Pvt. Ltd
Gurgaon
2020.10 - 2022.01
- Managed accounts: Ralph Lauren (Polo Kids & Lauren), Paige, and Express.
- Handled procurement, costing, product development, and cross-functional coordination with buyers, factory, and raw material suppliers.
- Executed end-to-end TNA from order receipt to ex-factory.
Intern
Tropic Knits Ltd. India, CIEL Group
Coimbatore
2020.01 - 2020.04
- Graduation Project-Process optimization and user centered app design for connected shop floor.
Intern
MAS Holdings - Intimate Fashions
Chennai
2019.06 - 2019.08
- Apparel Internship- Industrial Engineering Department
- Product – Lingerie ( Victoria’s Secret, Amante, La Senza and Jockey)
Intern
TC Terrytex Ltd.
Mohali
2018.06 - 2018.06
- Textile Internship-Product – Terry Towels
Education
Bachelor of Fashion Technology - Apparel Production
National Institute of Fashion Technology
2020-07
Intermediate - PCM
Sunbeam School, Varuna
2015-01
Skills
- Sourcing & Vendor Management
- TNA & Critical Path Management
- Product Development
- Costing & Negotiation
- Order Allocation & Capacity Planning
- Quality & Compliance
- Communication
- MS Office & ERP
- High adaptibility
- Product knowledge
- Analytical skills
- Sourcing strategy
Timeline
Sourcing & Production Merchandiser
Target Australia - Anko Sourcing
2026.02 - Current
Sourcing Merchandiser
Myer Sourcing Asia Ltd - Liaison Office
2023.05 - 2026.02
Asst. Buyer
R&B - Apparel Group
2023.01 - 2023.04
Merchandiser
Impulse India Pvt. Ltd.
2022.01 - 2023.01
Assistant Merchandiser
Modelama Exports Pvt. Ltd
2020.10 - 2022.01
Intern
Tropic Knits Ltd. India, CIEL Group
2020.01 - 2020.04
Intern
MAS Holdings - Intimate Fashions
2019.06 - 2019.08
Intern
TC Terrytex Ltd.
2018.06 - 2018.06
Intermediate - PCM
Sunbeam School, Varuna
Bachelor of Fashion Technology - Apparel Production
National Institute of Fashion Technology