Anita Jemima Xavier

• Product development, Vendor allocation, Costing & Product Analysis,
• Co-ordination with designers and vendors for new line creation
• Product Innovation
• Understanding the product and risk analysis, Seasonal sales analysis. Planning, directing and
coordinating the work activities & resources necessary for manufacturing garments.
• Leading the efforts across negotiating products cost, Entrusted with the task of developing the
merchandise mix,
• Maintain calendar and ensure process meets calendar deadline,
• Competition mapping - Market Research studies, Perform Strategic Procurement planning & budget
management, review and monitor to develop product as required pricing, merchandise mix and
quality parameters.

• Leveraged strong vendor relationships to negotiate favorable pricing terms, resulting in cost savings for the business without compromising product quality or selection diversity.
• Increased product visibility by strategically arranging merchandise displays in high-traffic areas.
• Streamlined product assortment by evaluating sales performance, discontinuing slow-selling items, and introducing new offerings based on customer demand.
• Reduced out-of-stock instances with diligent inventory monitoring and timely communication with suppliers.
• Collaborated with marketing team to develop eye-catching in-store signage and promotional materials that drove customer interest and engagement.
• Analyzed sales data to identify underperforming products, devising targeted merchandising strategies to boost their performance.
• Coordinated with buying teams to ensure appropriate stock levels were maintained, minimizing instances of overstock or missed sales opportunities due to lack of inventory.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by offering personalized product recommendations based on individual preferences and needs.
• Partnered with cross-functional teams to execute seasonal resets, ensuring timely implementation of updated merchandising plans.
• Boosted sales through effective collaboration with vendors to secure exclusive promotional deals.

• Currently working as Relationship Manager in HDFC for High Net Worth customers
• Handling customers with 200 groups in the portfolio, resolving customer queries, cross selling products and services
• Following up new business opportunities and setting up meetings for investment plans
• Banking Operations, Account Management, managing day in and day out transaction and Customer Portfolio Analysis.

• Employed as Business Developments and Finance Officer for the firm
• Following up new business opportunities and setting up meetings, Planning and preparing presentations, Communicating new product developments to prospective clients, Providing management with feedback, Account management, cash-flow statements, updating the accounts for day to day purposes
• Learnt the merchandising process by interning part-time with Arvind Lifestyle Brands
• Following up with orders and supplying the product on time.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors and clients, ensuring favorable terms for the company''s success.
• Expanded market share by conducting comprehensive market research and competitor analysis.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams for the successful execution of business development initiatives.
• Spearheaded expansion into international markets, navigating complex regulations and cultural differences for a smooth entry process.
• Strengthened relationships with key clients by providing exceptional support and maintaining regular communication.

• Account management, cash-flow statements, updating the accounts for day to day purposes, RTGS, checking the receipts payments, journal accounts and tallying assets of the firm
• Learnt the merchandising process, export-import procedure, packaging labelling and the requirements of a product.

• Employed as an Operations Analyst in Wealth Operations
• Worked in reducing the risk exposure of the firm and providing customer service
• Handled processing requests of clients for cash withdrawals and rollovers, updating customer maintenance requests, processing pension payments, updating beneficiary owners, processing transfer of ownership and constant interaction with my counterparts to meet deadlines in order to bring increased earnings for the firm
• Regular meetings and catch-up’s with top management, training and development on new tasks and projects with scheduled structures
• Mentored and held training sessions for 4 fresh joiners
• Analyst training sessions on major department workflow, IT and communication skills such as Excel, case studies and group presentations.

• Worked Part time in family business for the 6 years which included responsibilities like stock taking, stock checking, maintaining ledger accounts and cash management being the main objective.