HARKISHAN SINGH SODHI
Bangalore
Summary
Proficient in P&L management and international marketing, specializing in strategic planning and team leadership. Proven track record in enhancing operational excellence and sustainability across multiple manufacturing sites. Focused on optimizing supply chains and improving production efficiency.
Resourceful, with several years of results-oriented experience in business intelligence and operations management. Culturally-sensitive and ethical professional with demonstrated success in developing and implementing optimized solutions. Versatile leader recognized for driving results in collaborative, inclusive manner.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President- Business & Operations
Swift Merchandise Pvt Ltd
Tirupur
07.2024 - Current
- Garment Export House with Annual turnover of US $ 35 million.
- Working on the New plant installation & operations of 1000 – 1200 machines @ Dharapuram, Tamil Nadu.
- International Marketing and Operations handling factories across India & working on project with Sri Lanka.
- Added new division of Puma Inner wear & ladies T-shirt & discussion with Carters & kiabi.
- Managing Swift group Business & Operations across 3300 machines spread across 5 factories.
- Establishing new projects at Tamil Nadu, Sri Lanka & Odisha- India.
- Working on Multiple Portfolios- P&L, business growth, lean manufacturing, production efficiency & manpower staffing for all the 5 factories.
- Increased business growth by 65% and above LFL from 2023-2024.
VP
Sri Saravana Mills
Tirupur
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Worked and converted into a Green factory at Dindigul, Tamil Nadu and handled business of US $ 45 million.
- Performed on Carters India retail project and successfully signed the MOU with the Brand in 2024.
- Added New business of Carters – Babies division, Kiabi – Mens & Tops, Kiabi – Kids.
- Strategize and increased efficiency & output of the spinning mill & dyeing and printing Process house.
VP – Business & Operations
Kitex Garments Ltd.
Cochin
05.2019 - 06.2023
- Company Overview: Public Limited Garment Export House with annual Turnover of US $ 155 million (Apparels).
- Handled the complete business and also worked on 2 Mega projects of US $ 350 million at Telegana – India.
- Reorganized division into profit making and Increased financial turnover from US $ 7 million to US $ 10.25 million FOB Per Month.
- Achieved total business growth of 45 % from US $93million 2012-13 to US $124 million 2013-14.
- Total business growth of 23.85 % in financial year 2021-22 USD 137 million.
- Augmented Net profit margin to 15.28% and increased share price from INR 77 in 2019 to INR 193 as of 29th Dec 2022.
- Further strengthen and grow business by 27% from US $ 10.25 to US $ 13 million FOB per month in 2023.
- Improved overall Production Plant Efficiencies to 73% and above (As per GSD) and reduced operating cost.
- Total production plant capacity increased from 450,000 pcs to 600,000 pcs per day.
- International marketing and operations Handling across India & USA offices.
- Developed New Business strategic alliances with TCP, Kohl’s, Burts Bee & Ralph Lauren & strengthened business relationships with Gerber, TRU, Jockey, Mothercare, Wal-Mart, Carters & Target.
- Public Limited Garment Export House with annual Turnover of US $ 155 million (Apparels).
VP – Business & Operations
Orient Craft Ltd.
Gurugram
09.2016 - 05.2019
- Company Overview: Star Trading Garment Export House with Annual turnover of US $ 278 million.
- Handled Total Business Volume of Apprx US $ 38.95 million per year.
- Managed Business Planning, P&L, Cost Negotiations Production & Operations of 2100 machines spread across 3 production facilities.
- Improved Annual Growth of AEO account by 40% for the financial year 2018-19.
- The Total business grew from US $ 26.30 million to US $ 38.95 million (2018-2019).
- Played a key role in getting-HIGH FIVE award from AEO in 2018(First ever factory in India to achieve).
- New Business accounts – AEO – 2 Divisions, A&F – private Brands.
- Executed Business Development / Operations for Ann Taylor /ANF /American Eagle categories: - Tops, Dress, Bottoms & various labels of ANF, HCO & A-92.
- Buyers handled - Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren, AEO, ANF, JLO, Sigrid Olsen, Espirit , Guess, Nautica, DKNY , A&F, Hollister, J.Crew , Limited Express, Dillard’s, Kohl’s, Pepe , Ecko , Sage Harbour & Liz Claiborne.
- Star Trading Garment Export House with Annual turnover of US $ 278 million.
Business Product Head
First Steps Baby wear – FS MiniKlub
Bangalore
06.2014 - 08.2016
- Company Overview: US $ 65 Million Company with presence in International & Domestic Marketing, Design studio & Operations offices in UK & India (Bangalore, Delhi & Tirupur).
- Launched International Kids Brand- MINIKLUB in Aw-15 across all channels.
- Established Pan India Brand with presence in all verticals of LFS, Distribution and E.com.
- Responsible for Season launch, Retailing, Marketing and Sales, Pricing structure, Sourcing/Buying across Infant, Toddler & Kids.
- Product Categories for Knits, woven’s, Denims, Sweaters, Outwear, sleepwear, gift sets, socks, shoes etc from India & China.
- US $ 65 Million Company with presence in International & Domestic Marketing, Design studio & Operations offices in UK & India (Bangalore, Delhi & Tirupur).
Global Product Category Mgr
Mothercare Sourcing India Pvt Ltd.
Bangalore
12.2007 - 04.2013
- Major role in establishing / opening up Buying office in Bangladesh & sourcing operations in Sri Lanka.
- Global Buying for apparels & Accessories from China, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka & Hong Kong.
- Increased Retail turnover- GBP 22 million to GBP 39 million in 3 years Apprx 77% increase.
- Total business executed GBP 54 million (F.O.B) & GBP 162 million (Retail) with operating cost of 2.8%.
- Added new products Categories Pram, Feeding Bottles, Socks, Gift sets, accessories, Strollers etc.
- Buying and business placement for – India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Hong Kong & China.
- Handled strategic alliances with– CMI- Hong Kong & C&S- UK, India JV partners DLF and Shoppers Stop.
- Built and established new Categories with International Franchise partners for Strollers, Prams, Feeding Bottles, Diapers, Gift Sets, School Bags, Socks, Shoes and Accessories.
- Increased business growth from GBP 22 million to GBP 54 Million in 5 years across various deptts.
Group leader
Triburg Consultant Pvt Ltd.
New Delhi
01.2005 - 12.2007
- Handled various teams in improving business processes & ensuring Optimum performance resulting in business growth of Liz Claiborne division from US $ 15.85 Million to US $ 23.70 million.
- Buying/Sourcing and Strengthened Business relationship/growth prospect with Liz Claiborne Division & various buyers- Emma James, Axcess , Tape Measure ,Stamp10, First Issue , JH Collection, Crazy Horse , Ratio , Villager , Sams Club , Tint , DKNY women’s/Girls Division.
Divisional Merchandising Manager
Dhir Group
Gurgaon
09.2003 - 01.2005
- Headed the US and Europe division.
- Increased business from US $ 15.8 million to US $ 21.82 million.
- Managed operations for 3 manufacturing units – 800 machines with 1 Formal Suit plant - GIOVANI.
- Europe Division buyers – Anthropology, Tom Tailor, Sears, Aachen, Lahalle, Sergent Major & Gruppo coin.
- US division buyers – Liz Claiborne, Jones, Guess, Barbie & Federated.
Division Manager
S.M. International
New Delhi
10.1994 - 04.1997
- Managed International Marketing operations, productions across various Factories in Delhi, Chennai, Bangladesh.
- Buyers Handled- Kohl’s, Target, Sonoma, Croft & Barrow, Belk & Cato.
- Business Handled: – US $ 25.85 Million F.O.B.
Merchandiser
Jeetish Imports Pvt Ltd
New Delhi
04.1992 - 09.1994
- Company Overview: Buying House
- Buying products and handling production operations in India across various factories in India.
- Buyers Handled - Sears, JCPenney, Jeetish Imports, Moller & Co., Walmart, Target.
- Business Handled: – US $ 19.72 Million F.O.B.
- Buying House
Education
CCEM -
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
New Delhi01.1994
PG Diploma in Marketing Management -
Bhartiya Vidya Bhawan
New Delhi01.1993
M.B.A -
Newport University California, South Asia chapter
Bangalore01.1992
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Delhi
New Delhi01.1990
Skills
- P&L management
- Lean manufacturing
- International marketing
- Business development
- Operations management
- Supply chain optimization
- Strategic planning
- Cost negotiation
- Team leadership
- Human resources management
- Business growth and marketing strategies
- Sustainability & compliances monitoring
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/02/69
- Marital Status: Married
Issued Location
Bangalore
Passport Details
V 4166412
Timeline
Vice President- Business & Operations
Swift Merchandise Pvt Ltd
07.2024 - Current
VP
Sri Saravana Mills
06.2023 - 07.2024
VP – Business & Operations
Kitex Garments Ltd.
05.2019 - 06.2023
VP – Business & Operations
Orient Craft Ltd.
09.2016 - 05.2019
Business Product Head
First Steps Baby wear – FS MiniKlub
06.2014 - 08.2016
Global Product Category Mgr
Mothercare Sourcing India Pvt Ltd.
12.2007 - 04.2013
Group leader
Triburg Consultant Pvt Ltd.
01.2005 - 12.2007
Divisional Merchandising Manager
Dhir Group
09.2003 - 01.2005
Division Manager
S.M. International
10.1994 - 04.1997
Merchandiser
Jeetish Imports Pvt Ltd
04.1992 - 09.1994
CCEM -
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
PG Diploma in Marketing Management -
Bhartiya Vidya Bhawan
M.B.A -
Newport University California, South Asia chapter
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Delhi
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