Amit Kumar
KOLKATA
Summary
Dynamic production leader with extensive experience in managing high-stakes manufacturing environments, consistently driving operational efficiency and fostering a culture of innovation. Recognized for a strong commitment to team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations amid evolving demands. Expertise in strategic planning, process optimization, and resource management translates into impactful results that enhance productivity and quality. Proven track record of elevating performance standards while maintaining a focus on excellence in output.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Head-Production and Operations
Anamika Khanna-AFEPL-Kolkata
04.2023 - 06.2025
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Standardized production procedures ( Dyeing, Embroidery, Cutting, Stitching, Finishing and Packing) job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Developed strong working relationships with key stakeholders, enabling better communication between departments and improved collaboration efforts.
- Maintained high safety standards, leading to a reduction in workplace injuries and lost time incidents.
Manager- Production planning and Merchandising
Tarasafe International Pvt Ltd
12.2018 - 12.2022
- Handle customer enquiries for products and convert into orders.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by having a detail oriented approach, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Developed and executed Production Planning and strategies that improved OTIF shipments, while maintaining cost effectiveness.
Subject Matter Expert- Fashion and Apparel
Indus Group
11.2016 - 11.2018
- Secure work orders from Government bodies and organizations for skill development training of underprivileged in embroidery and stitching.
- Plan and implement training programs to achieve project goals in timely manner.
- Support trained beneficiaries in obtaining jobs with fashion boutiques, manufacturers or assist in self-employment.
Creative Director
Dhaage Boutique
05.2013 - 10.2016
- Co-founded fashion brand and set up production unit with 40 employees, scaled up to 130 in 2 years.
- Established manufacturing and marketing set up for exclusive embroidered women's party wear and bridal ensembles.
Senior Designer/ Stylist- Bridal and Trousseau
Palki Fashion Pvt. Ltd.
09.2009 - 03.2013
- Working closely with clients to design and develop exclusive bridal ensembles.
- Managing a team of more than 100 hand embroidery karigars and tailors.
- Management of day-to-day activities of workshops, maintaining data and presenting reports.
- Sourcing of new embroidery trims/ accessories and development of samples with existing trend and company's design philosophy in mind.
Senior Designer- women's wear
Pitambari Fashions Pvt. Ltd.
08.2005 - 06.2009
- Development and production of embroideries for apparel made-ups and home furnishings for European markets.
- Handled sampling and production orders from prestigious fashion houses of Dries Van Noten and Valentino among others.
- Handling a workshop of 85 workers consisting of hand and machine embroidery artisans, tailors and assistants.
Merchandiser- Product development
Shahi Export House
07.2003 - 04.2005
- Responsible for developing embroidery artworks and samples with costing and cataloguing.
- Developed prints and embroideries for buyers like GAP, Ralph Lauren etc.
- Manage workshop of 40 karigars, supervisors and artists.
Education
Graduate diploma - Fashion Design
National Institute of Fashion Technology
05.2003
Skills
- Standard operating procedures
- Customer satisfaction
- Operational excellence
- Scheduling and timelines
- Manufacturing operations
- Capacity planning
- Workforce training
- Production KPIs
Languages
English
Hindi
Bengali
Hobbies and Interests
Playing violin/ music
Timeline
Production Head-Production and Operations
Anamika Khanna-AFEPL-Kolkata
04.2023 - 06.2025
Manager- Production planning and Merchandising
Tarasafe International Pvt Ltd
12.2018 - 12.2022
Subject Matter Expert- Fashion and Apparel
Indus Group
11.2016 - 11.2018
Creative Director
Dhaage Boutique
05.2013 - 10.2016
Senior Designer/ Stylist- Bridal and Trousseau
Palki Fashion Pvt. Ltd.
09.2009 - 03.2013
Senior Designer- women's wear
Pitambari Fashions Pvt. Ltd.
08.2005 - 06.2009
Merchandiser- Product development
Shahi Export House
07.2003 - 04.2005
Graduate diploma - Fashion Design
National Institute of Fashion Technology
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