INTIKHAB ALAM
Kanpur
Summary
Marketing & Senior Merchandiser Manager experienced in the leather industry with a comprehensive background in travel and banking collections with over 20 years.
Developed strong buyer relationships and managed multiple accounts while leading a team of five merchants. Delivered tailored product samples and coordinated order fulfilment, ensuring timely production and effective communication with buyers.
Overview
2
2
Languages
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing & Sr. Merchandiser Manager
Habib Fashion
01.2018 - Current
- (8 Years and 10 months)
- Connecting new buyers for the export house on a regular basis.
- Development of new samples and making changes to existing leather belt, wallet & bags as per buyer needs.
- ·Continuous involvement with production department to meet the delivery dates on a daily basis.
- ·Arranging packing material and managing special packaging according to buyer requirement.
- Prepared detailed sales performance, stock level, and forecasting reports for management to inform strategic decisions.
- Developed and maintained vendor relationships, ensuring timely delivery of quality products to support inventory needs.
- Led team of junior merchandisers, training and supporting to meet departmental goals.
- Continuously updated buyers about the status of orders & developments.
- Ensuring good relations with buyer and the export house.
Merchandiser
Globe Group
03.2017 - 12.2017
- (10 months)
- Answered customers' questions about products, prices and availability to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of merchandise.
- Selected merchandise based on price, quality and demand.
Merchandiser
Farcon Leather Exports
08.2015 - 02.2017
- (1 year and 7 months)
Merchandiser
Super House Group (Amin International)
07.2013 - 07.2015
- (2 Years and 1 months)
ASSISTANT MANAGER
I-Energizer
11.2011 - 06.2013
- Collaborated with operations manager to enhance workflow processes over 1 year and 8 months.
- Monitored staff performance and developed improvement plans.
- Trained new employees on company policies, customer service excellence, and sales techniques.
- Coordinated with senior management to implement strategic plans for revenue growth.
Team Leader
BARCLAYS SHARED SERVICES
01.2007 - 10.2011
- Collaborated with the operations manager for 4 years and 10 months to enhance operational workflows.
Case Manager-Operations
EXL Services
11.2005 - 12.2006
- Reported to the assistant manager of operations.
Education
MBA - HR
Symbiosis
01-2011
B.Com -
Kanpur University
01-2007
Skills
- Merchandising expertise
- Inventory planning
- Product quality management
- Budgeting and cost control
- Sales-driven
- Client relationship management
- Cross functional leadership
- Team building
- Problem solving
- Time-management
- Accessories merchandising
PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS DETAILS
- Presentation skill' session on how to improve presentation skill.
- 'Feedback & Coaching Session', designed and conducted to enhance coaching skills.
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Marketing & Sr. Merchandiser Manager
Habib Fashion
01.2018 - Current
Merchandiser
Globe Group
03.2017 - 12.2017
Merchandiser
Farcon Leather Exports
08.2015 - 02.2017
Merchandiser
Super House Group (Amin International)
07.2013 - 07.2015
ASSISTANT MANAGER
I-Energizer
11.2011 - 06.2013
Team Leader
BARCLAYS SHARED SERVICES
01.2007 - 10.2011
Case Manager-Operations
EXL Services
11.2005 - 12.2006
MBA - HR
Symbiosis
B.Com -
Kanpur University