Jomon Antony

The Growth Path

Strategic Sourcing Manager ( Agency Business Manager) May’14 – Till now

Michaels Team Manager Jan’12 – April‘14

Product Manager Jan’06- Dec’12

Sr. Merchandiser Jan’04-Dec’05

• Managing Business operations for achieving increased growth and top-line profitability; establishing global linkages and initiating market development efforts.
• Identifying and developing potential clients in the targeted markets/industries and sectors ensuring maximum customer satisfaction by providing delivery and setting quality norms.
• Analyzing latest marketing trends and tracking competitors’ activities and providing valuable inputs for fine tuning sales and marketing strategies.
• Developing and sourcing new categories from India especially on Tarriff effected SKUs from China.
• Identifying client requirements & specifications, obtaining approval for production sample and conduct price negotiations to firm up the orders.
• Interfacing between buyers and manufacturers for facilitating smooth order execution and handling the entire business cycle from quotation to closing the sale
• Developed and implemented strategic purchasing procedures and control systems to reduce direct costs and carrying costs.
• Administered agreements by negotiating change orders, executing contract extensions and resolving administrative issues.
• Analyzed spend data to identify and execute cost-savings, cost-avoidance and value analysis opportunities.
• Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
• Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
• Collaborated with strategic partners to develop and manage key performance indicators and quality assurance processes.
• Managed and developed relationships with suppliers to attain maximum cost efficiency and leverage buying power.
• Negotiated payment terms and promoted spending transparency to support cross-disciplinary goals.
• Developed requests for proposal and issued requests for quotes to support sourcing efforts.

• Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
• Implemented sales strategies to generate leads and maximize profit margins.
• Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.
• Researched current industry trends and competitor activity to stay abreast of resources, technology and best practices.
• Established strong vendor relationships to maintain and support business.
• Generated weekly, monthly and quarterly sales reports to highlight milestones and activities.
• Computed material costs to align with operating budget, practicing economical measures.
• Investigated current trends and innovative techniques to create unique displays.

The Growth Path

Q.A. Personnel Aug’98-Jan’99

Merchandiser Jan’99-Dec’00

• Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
• Examined products for imperfections and defects.
• Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
• Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
• Operated and maintained testing equipment.
• Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
• Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
• Completed precise measurements using special tools.
• Assisted in developing inspection and testing protocols.
• Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
• Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
• Sampled products to verify compliance with standards
• Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
• Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
• Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.