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Karthik Khatri

Karthik Khatri

Bangalore

Summary

To join a team of professional/Retail, in which I can learn and share the experience which will also satisfy my quest to be a service oriented professional. To excel in the field of desiring and challenging work to adopt all my interest with confident and ability. To contribute my Technical and Managerial skills towards cross-functional, globally integrated to achieve best-of-class results. To work with possession and good communication to find a professional career.

Possess an ability to grasp and solve intricate problems immediately. Consistency and dedication coupled with sincerity and honesty. Aggressive, result oriented and dedicated individual who views challenges as opportunities to excel in order to perform to my maximum potential. Good interpersonal / communication and leadership skills. Capable of handling multi tasks and have a high level of commitment. Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and work independently. Proficient in working in demanding environments with confidence.

Seasoned Merchant offering diversified background in retail and e-commerce. Possess strong negotiation skills, adept at building supplier relationships and managing inventory effectively. Demonstrated track record of driving sales growth through strategic product placement and pricing strategies. Skilled in trend forecasting, assortment planning, and margin improvement.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Product development merchant

Zetwerk manufacturing business
Bengaluru
12.2021 - 10.2022
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and minimize stockouts.
  • Negotiated pricing and terms with suppliers to secure competitive deals.
  • Analyzed market trends to inform purchasing decisions and product selection.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align merchandising strategies with sales goals.
  • Developed promotional strategies to enhance product visibility and drive customer engagement.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on procurement processes and best practices.
  • Maintained strong relationships with vendors to facilitate smooth order fulfillment and communication.

Senior Merchandiser

Stori Fashion pvt ltd
Bengaluru
03.2018 - 03.2021
  • Responsible for the complete execution of garment order and intensive client coordination by coordinating with all the below departments right from order enquiry till the shipment.
  • Departments to coordinate: Fabric, Trims, Sampling, Planning, Production, Printing/Embroidery, Washing, GMT Over Dyeing, Finishing/Packing, Quality & Documentation.
  • Fabric research, initial developments, for fresh seasons as per client requirement.
  • Conducting risk analysis meeting at initial samples stage to have smooth running in production and to avoid shipment delays.
  • Arranging proto samples. Placement of sample yardage, developments on prints & embroideries & their approvals. Sourcing sample trims. Taking responsibility on construction evaluation in coordination with pattern room, styling, in getting out right samples.
  • Arranging for fabric, trims, embellishments and other raw materials with cost effective manner, for the smooth running of production.
  • Coordinating with Buying Agent for all the submission of samples approvals and confirmation.
  • Coordinating with the Planning dept to get the production planning, production capacity & job Workers details.
  • Providing inputs on technical and styling related information and assistance to factories for friendly production.
  • Garment quality assessment, arranging for initial, middle & final inspections along with Quality controllers to get the quality product.
  • Planning for garment dyeing, taking care of colour, effect & hand feel approvals.
  • Monitoring day to day production activates and make sure that the PRODUCTION PLAN maintained at every stage against planned.
  • Co-ordinate with buyers for product finalization.
  • Follow up for proto samples, pp samples, fabric & garment testing.
  • Ensure end to end tracking of Merchandise.
  • Visiting all jobwork factories to accomplish the target & quality.
  • Complete follow up of order - Fit Approvals, PP Samples Approvals, Strike off's, Trim's Approvals, Test reports, production and shipment.
  • Products: Men's-Woven Shirts, Bottoms, Boys- Shirts, Men's Shorts, Men's Denim trousers.
  • Buyers Handled: Indigo Nation, Bare Denim, People, I-voc and many other brands related to Aditya Birla Lifestyle.

Product Development and Merchandising

Sri Venkateshwara Garments
05.2016 - 01.2018

Jr. Merchandiser

Shakti Trendz Pvt Ltd
08.2015 - 03.2016

Education

Class 12 -

Rajasthan State Open School
Rajasthan
04.2025 - 05.2025

Diploma - Fashion Designing and Merchandising

VIFT( Vogue Institute Of Fashion Technology)
Bangalore, Karanataka, India

SSLC -

Holy Angel's High School
Vijayanagar

Skills

  • MS-OFFICE (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Basics of Adobe Photoshop
  • Corel Draw
  • ERPs
  • Inventory management
  • Supplier negotiation
  • Merchandising strategy
  • Quality assessment
  • Product lifecycle management
  • Customer relationship management
  • Procurement planning
  • Cost optimization
  • Problem solving
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Training development
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Brand awareness
  • Pricing strategy
  • Negotiation expertise
  • Adaptability
  • Attention to detail

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Kannada

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the details furnished above are true.

Personal Information

  • Father's Name: Suresh Kumar Khatri
  • Date of Birth: 08/12/96
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Single

Languages

Hindi
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Kannada
Upper Intermediate
B2

Timeline

Class 12 -

Rajasthan State Open School
04.2025 - 05.2025

Senior Product development merchant

Zetwerk manufacturing business
12.2021 - 10.2022

Senior Merchandiser

Stori Fashion pvt ltd
03.2018 - 03.2021

Product Development and Merchandising

Sri Venkateshwara Garments
05.2016 - 01.2018

Jr. Merchandiser

Shakti Trendz Pvt Ltd
08.2015 - 03.2016

Diploma - Fashion Designing and Merchandising

VIFT( Vogue Institute Of Fashion Technology)

SSLC -

Holy Angel's High School
Karthik Khatri