Result oriented and entrepreneurial apparel sourcing professional with demonstrated 20+ years experience. Experienced in driving product, process, and service enhancements while fostering key partnerships. Adept in Merchandising, Product Management & Sourcing with strong analytical skills. Excels in unlocking sourcing opportunities, structuring vendor bases, and cultivating talent in the Indian Sub-continent. Offers deep production insights, leading cross-functional teams through change and complexity. Provides visionary direction, fostering valued productivity for professional and personal growth.
• Enhanced the top and bottom lines of the business by reinventing and expanding the customer canvas through product quality, pricing strategies, and the pursuit of operational excellence. Monitored divisional business deliverables for efficiency.
• Spearheaded the development of special labels for value retailers and ensured brand availability across all price bands and geographies.
• Amplified category revenue from INR 30 million to INR 900 million in 4 years.
• Led the improvement of gross margins from 18% to 30% over four years.