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Anil Trisal

Gurgaon

Summary

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.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Founder and Managing Partner

Aspire Clothiers Lifestyle India LLP
New Delhi
11.2011 - Current
  • Managed the entire product life cycle from "concept to in-store," incorporating meticulous sell-through data analysis.
  • Led the development of 350 SKUs each season with a consistent 90% approval rate.
  • Oversaw the management of 15 contracted factories in India and Bangladesh, strategically realigning production lines for smaller runs.
  • Focused on cost control through product re-engineering, efficient production planning, and optimizing cost-effective logistics.
  • Established and managed a diverse portfolio of 20 buyers, offering a minimum of 20% cost reductions compared to their sourcing channels.
  • Engaged with clients and internal team members through regular daily, weekly, and monthly calls, ensuring prompt resolution of process-related queries and concerns.
  • Accountable for the performance and productivity of 10+ direct reporting field members.
  • Achieved an average On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) rate of 95% with no Quality/Air Ship Claims.
  • Attained a Concept to Store lead time of 100 Days.
  • Ensured adherence to local legal and social compliances by factories.
  • Continuously mitigated risks within the buyer/seller portfolio to reduce dependence.
  • Managed and fostered relationships with approximately 30 labels from India, Middle East, Spain, Russia, and Colombia, ensuring seamless collaboration and client satisfaction.
  • Spearheaded product lines encompassing Denims, Casual Shirts, Washed Chinos, Cargo Pants and Shorts, T-Shirts, Knitted Joggers, Dress Pants, Dress Shirts, Outerwear, Kids Wear, and Intimate Wear. Ensured comprehensive oversight and strategic development across these diverse product categories.

Head (Sourcing and Merchandising)

GIVO Retail
Gurgaon
10.2010 - 11.2011
  • Forecasted market trends and maintained optimal merchandise balance across regions, ensuring maximum sell-through for In-house brands.
  • Led the development and launch of 100 SKUs every quarter for In-House Brands, fostering innovation and market relevance.
  • Developed and sourced a distinct product line tailored for Value Retail Stores or Online selling, enhancing market penetration and brand positioning.
  • Oversaw the Job Work/FOB Business Vertical, managing fabric, trims, accessories sourcing, and facility requirements for Branded Label orders.
  • Consolidated the brand's position as a premier manufacturer of Luxury clothing, sourcing from esteemed fashion hubs in Italy and France.
  • Managed diverse product lines including Suits and Jackets, Dress Pants, Dress Shirts, Washed Chinos, and Outerwear, ensuring strategic oversight and market relevance for each category.

Category Head

Bombay Dyeing
Mumbai
07.2006 - 10.2010

• 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.

Senior Manager

Grasim Industries
Bhiwani
01.2004 - 07.2006
  • Directed the company's transition from a fabric supplier to offering a comprehensive Apparel Solution business.
  • Handled annual apparel orders totaling 1 million pieces from the second year, resulting in an annual turnover of US $5 million.
  • Negotiated capacity underwriting with 5 quality vendors.
  • Maintained an average gross margin of 25% over the specified period.
  • Supervised product lines covering Dress Pants, Suits and Jackets, and Chinos.

Manager

Raymond Apparels
Mumbai
01.2000 - 01.2004
  • Spearheaded the concept of outsourcing, bringing made-ups from Bangladesh and Sri Lanka into India, leveraging advantageous trade agreements.
  • Developed and launched 100 new SKUs sourced globally every 3 months.
  • Successfully reduced lead times to 100 days from Concept to Store.
  • Achieved an On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) rate of 95%.
  • Achieved a 12% reduction in Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).
  • Managed sourcing and product development activities for the entire category of Menswear across Brands Park Avenue, Parx, and Manzon.

Education

MBA - Marketing And Sales

Savitribai Phule Pune University
Pune, India
1993

Bachelor of Commerce -

University of Kashmir
Srinagar, India
1991

Skills

  • Trend Forecasting
  • Range Planning
  • Product Development
  • Vendor Identification & Management
  • Market Analysis
  • Market Penetration
  • Budgeting
  • Cost Control
  • Category Management
  • Merchandising
  • Merchandise Planning
  • Buying
  • Assortment Planning
  • Business Development
  • PPS
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Corel Draw
  • Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator

Certification

  • Certification in Garment Manufacturing, National Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi | Awarded: 2005
  • Diploma in Strategic Management, IIM Calcutta | Awarded: 1997

Timeline

Founder and Managing Partner

Aspire Clothiers Lifestyle India LLP
11.2011 - Current

Head (Sourcing and Merchandising)

GIVO Retail
10.2010 - 11.2011

Category Head

Bombay Dyeing
07.2006 - 10.2010

Senior Manager

Grasim Industries
01.2004 - 07.2006

Manager

Raymond Apparels
01.2000 - 01.2004

MBA - Marketing And Sales

Savitribai Phule Pune University

Bachelor of Commerce -

University of Kashmir
Anil Trisal