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Janhavi Ruturaj Sawant

Mumbai

Summary

Results-driven professional seeking a position in buying and merchandising where I can utilize my expertise in product selection, inventory management, and supplier negotiations to enhance brand profitability and drive sales growth.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Retail Merchandiser

Metro brands limited
09.2023 - Current
  • Planned allocation of new articles and managed weekly replenishment for sales events
  • Provided stock recommendations based on product Rate of Sale (ROS)
  • Collaborated closely on Return to Vendor (RTV) and Inventory Stock Transfer (IST) processes
  • Prepared and presented Daily Sales Report (DSR), weekly growth/degrowth reports, and other performance metrics to management
  • Worked in partnership with Assistant Store Managers (ASM) and Team Leaders (TL) to meet store requirements and drive weekly sales growth
  • Created new article masters in the Article Master database and uploaded them into the Product Management System (PMS) software

Retail Merchandiser

Alamode
06.2019 - Current
  • Company Overview: (Art Land)
  • Developed new samples and coordinated with job workers for production
  • Maintained internal communication with the printing unit and job workers to ensure timely execution of samples and production

Retail Merchandiser

Esskay International
10.2021 - 07.2023
  • Managed the replenishment sheet by updating new stock and processing inward entries
  • Reviewed stock availability using the reorder-tool report to determine inventory longevity, entering required quantities into the replenishment sheet for the production head
  • Working on accessory sheet for ordering packing and stitching materials, including bill clearing upon receiving invoices
  • Conducted internal quality control (QC) for one set of each SKU from new inward stock, generating QC audit reports to address any negative reviews related to color discrepancies or sizing issues
  • Coordinated with the lab for testing production fabric for color fastness and rubbing when received
  • Utilized live furnish and TRI 3D draping software for draping bedsheets on web portals like Myntra, Amazon, and Tata Cliq; made basic edits in Photoshop as needed

Assistant Merchandiser

Marsil Exports
08.2016 - 10.2017
  • Worked for Gucci buyer
  • Assisted to Senior Merchandiser

Merchandiser

Radium India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2011 - 07.2016
  • Collaborated with brands including Anthropologie, Whistles, Jigsaw, and TK Maxx, managing scarves and woven garments for men and women
  • Independently handled the sampling process through to production
  • Maintained effective communication with buyers via email, providing updates and addressing inquiries
  • Developed cost estimates for buyers and engaged in price negotiations to ensure competitive rates
  • Negotiated terms and pricing with suppliers to optimize costs and quality
  • Researched and sourced new designs from platforms like Pinterest and various magazines
  • Created purchase orders using Visual Gyms software
  • Organized showroom displays according to upcoming seasons and themes requested by buyers
  • Scheduled and facilitated business meetings with buyers to discuss collections and updates
  • Provided weekly production status updates to buyers

Junior Merchandiser

Magic Impex Export House
08.2010 - 06.2011
  • Company Overview: (Mulund)
  • Managed all trims required for garments, including care labels, hang tags, barcode stickers, and poly bags
  • Utilized Photoshop for basic image editing as needed
  • Collaborated with brands such as Max Fashion (Retail), LPP, Best Mountain, and French Collection, managing woven garments for men and women
  • Assisted senior merchandisers in ordering fabric and trims
  • Conducted follow-ups with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and resolve any issues
  • Managed sampling processes and communicated samples to buyers via email
  • Took precise measurements of garments before sending to buyers to ensure quality and fit

Education

T.Y.BCOM -

01.2015

Diploma - merchandising & marketing

NIFT
01.2011

Diploma - Apparel marketing and merchandising

01.2010

HSC -

01.2006

SSC -

01.2004

Skills

  • Basic Knowledge in Photoshop
  • Visual Gyms Software
  • Microsoft (Excel-Power Point-Word-Outlook) Etc

Certification

  • MSCIT Certification.
  • Basic certificate course in fashion designing from sasmira in year 2009.
  • Advance fashion designing course from Lemark institute in year 2008.

Languages

English, Hindi & Marathi

Timeline

Retail Merchandiser

Metro brands limited
09.2023 - Current

Retail Merchandiser

Esskay International
10.2021 - 07.2023

Retail Merchandiser

Alamode
06.2019 - Current

Assistant Merchandiser

Marsil Exports
08.2016 - 10.2017

Merchandiser

Radium India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2011 - 07.2016

Junior Merchandiser

Magic Impex Export House
08.2010 - 06.2011

T.Y.BCOM -

Diploma - merchandising & marketing

NIFT

Diploma - Apparel marketing and merchandising

HSC -

SSC -

Janhavi Ruturaj Sawant