ANUSIKA PARIHAR
jaipur
Summary
To be associated with a progressive organization that provides an opportunity to apply my knowledge and skills and grow consistently along with the organization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Manager
ART INDIA
jaipur
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and managed relationships with key global buyers, including TJX, Arhaus, Anthropologie, World Market Cost Plus, Loloi, Surya, Urban Outfitters, French Connection, OKA, Zara Home, Ned Bath and Beyond, El Corte Inglés, HK Living, and Maisons du Monde.
- Products -carpet , Rugs ,woven cushions ,throws wall art, furniture on handloom , pitloom , panjaloom , jacquard in various materials and various tecq.
- Worked closely with buying agents and large-scale buyers, conducting regular meetings and negotiations to understand their requirements and secure new business opportunities.
- Focused on building strong strategic partnerships with key accounts by understanding their business needs, product preferences, and aligning product development accordingly.
- Coordinated sourcing activities, ensuring that products were sourced from reliable suppliers while maintaining quality standards and meeting buyer specifications.
- Managed supply chain operations, ensuring timely production, shipment, and delivery of orders to meet buyer deadlines.
- Collaborated with buyers to determine target prices and developed costing strategies to ensure profitability while meeting the buyer’s pricing expectations.
- Played a key role in negotiating pricing and terms, ensuring that all orders were processed within agreed-upon margins while maintaining competitive pricing.
- Worked closely with design and production teams to ensure that all products were developed according to buyer specifications, aligning with their inspirations and quality expectations.
- Oversaw the entire order management process, from order confirmation to final delivery, ensuring smooth execution and addressing any issues that arose during production or shipment.
- Analyzed market trends and buyer needs to identify new business opportunities and stay ahead of the competition in the industry.
Sales Merchandiser Manager
Block Print Company
jaipur
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Managed sales orders from existing buyers and actively pursued new business opportunities by identifying and engaging potential buyers across Europe, UK, USA, Australia, and France.
- Worked closely with key buyers, including Aspiga, Mooch, Dilli Grey, Bindi Atelier, Livvb B, Lulu and Nut, Lovebrand, Maradji, and others, to build long-term relationships and drive repeat business.
- Successfully converted new business leads into active accounts by understanding their unique needs, presenting tailored solutions, and offering high-quality products that aligned with their brand vision.
- Developed and maintained strong client relationships by consistently providing excellent customer service and ensuring timely fulfillment of sales orders.
- Specialized in a wide range of home furnishing products, including block print garments, high-fashion garments, quilts, cushions, dohars, handmade bags, and hand made books, apron , table runner , table cloth , napkins , sunhat , bag pack , handmade pouches , laptop sleeve .
- Worked closely with buyers to develop custom products based on their specific inspirations, design ideas, and market trends.
- Collaborated with design and production teams to transform buyer concepts into market-ready products, ensuring that all designs met buyer expectations and were delivered on time.
- Responsible for pricing negotiations, ensuring that all products were competitively priced while maintaining desired profit margins.
- Oversaw order execution, ensuring that orders were processed smoothly, production timelines were met, and products were delivered within deadlines.
- Maintained a strong understanding of market trends and buyer preferences, providing insights and suggestions to improve product offerings and keep up with changing customer demands.
- Actively followed up on sales leads and prospective buyers, leveraging market knowledge and customer insights to drive new business.
- Increased sales revenue by effectively managing existing accounts and converting new leads into profitable relationships, contributing to the overall growth of the business.
Senior Merchandiser
Navkar Brinker International Pvt. Ltd
Bikaner
07.2019 - 07.2022
- working for the buyers of USA , EUROPE , UK
- PRODUCT - HANDNOTED CARPET, HANDLOOM RUGS , PITLOOM CARPET AND RUGS
- Led product development by collaborating with buyers to understand their design inspirations and specifications, ensuring that products aligned with their needs and market trends.
- Worked closely with major international buyers, including CAS Australia, Lene Design, Lone Tepper, Brinker Carpet, Hay, HK Living, Jaipur Living, Navkar Brinker, and IKEA to develop customized product ranges based on their unique design briefs.
- Managed the end-to-end production process, overseeing everything from design conceptualization to sample creation, production scheduling, and final delivery.
- Acted as the main liaison between buyers and production teams, ensuring smooth communication and alignment between buyer requirements and factory capabilities.
- Coordinated with suppliers and vendors to source materials and ensure the timely production of high-quality products.
- Ensured that all products met quality standards through close collaboration with production teams and regular quality checks.
- Handled costing and pricing negotiations with buyers, ensuring that all products were delivered within the agreed budget while maintaining quality.
- Monitored lead times and delivery schedules, ensuring that products were delivered on time, maintaining strong customer satisfaction.
- Conducted trend analysis to anticipate buyer needs, suggesting new products or improvements based on industry shifts and consumer preferences.
- Regularly reported to buyers on project progress, sample updates, and production status, ensuring transparency and strong buyer relationships.
- Managed the sampling process, ensuring that all samples matched buyers' designs and expectations before moving to mass production.
- Worked collaboratively with the production and logistics teams to ensure smooth and efficient product launches.
Merchandiser
Navkar Woollens Pvt Ltd
Bikaner
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Handle end-to-end merchandising process, including material sourcing, development, bulk production, and shipment follow-up.
- Manage order specification, costing, price negotiation, and maintain liaison with suppliers.
- Follow up on orders and maintain vendor coordination while keeping data for management review.
- Ensure daily operations meet quality and delivery requirements.
- Demonstrate good product knowledge, costing techniques, vendor development, and coordination with buyers and production plants for timely shipment delivery.
Education
MSC - Mathematics
VMOU
Kota01.2021
B-tech - Textile technology
M.L.V TEXTILE ENGINEERING COLLEGE
Bhilwara, RJ01.2018
12TH - SCEINCE
Cambridge public school
Jodhpur01.2014
Skills
- Effective Communication skills
- Excellent Time management
- Best Negotiation skills
- great team leader
- Problem-solving ability
- Market research
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
Additionalinformation - Extracurricularactivities
- Achieved 1st Position in Fashion Walk at GAITEY 2K16 & 2K17
- Winner in Nukkad natak competition at MLVTEC campus in 2017
- Head Girl in Hostel Campus of MLVTEC
- Sports Secretary of MLVTEC
- Winner at Volleyball tournament at inter college in 2016
- Member of Anti Ragging Committee of student in college
Timeline
Business Development Manager
ART INDIA
07.2024 - Current
Sales Merchandiser Manager
Block Print Company
07.2022 - 07.2024
Senior Merchandiser
Navkar Brinker International Pvt. Ltd
07.2019 - 07.2022
Merchandiser
Navkar Woollens Pvt Ltd
01.2018 - 07.2019
MSC - Mathematics
VMOU
B-tech - Textile technology
M.L.V TEXTILE ENGINEERING COLLEGE
12TH - SCEINCE
Cambridge public school
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