Kokila Prabu
Coimbatore
Summary
Textile merchandiser with 8+Years experience in managing complete order processes from product development to shipment. Proven expertise in vendor management, cost analysis, production planning, and quality control. Skilled in managing multiple client accounts, ensuring timely deliveries, and optimizing costs while upholding high-quality standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser
Premier Fine Linens
Coimbatore
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed end-to-end merchandising operations for home textile products, including bed linens, pillow covers.
- Managed key international buyer relationships, ensuring seamless execution from product development to final shipment.
- Finalized costing, budgeting, and price negotiations, achieving targeted margins on home textile products.
- Oversaw fabric sourcing and trims procurement, ensuring quality and cost targets.
- Developed and monitored Time & Action (T&A) plans, ensuring timely product delivery.
- Coordinated production, quality, and logistics teams to resolve issues and improve workflow efficiency.
- Managed bulk production follow-ups, capacity planning, and shipment schedules.
- Buyers-Allied Homes,Bedrenatter US
Assistant Merchandiser
JAY JAY Mills Pvt Ltd
Tiruppur
07.2020 - 03.2023
- Coordinated AOP (All Over Print) developments and approvals with buyers and design teams.
- Followed up on strike-offs, lab dips, and print submissions to secure timely buyer approval.
- Ensured print accuracy in color matching, repeat size, placement, and design alignment, contributing to product quality.
- Managed the sampling process, including proto, fit, pre-production (PP), and size set samples.
- Conducted PP meetings with internal teams to align on quality standards, production requirements, and expectations.
- Collaborated with Garanimals US buyers to align on product specifications and approvals.
- Coordinated lab testing and wash approvals with QA and third-party labs to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Merchandiser
ADVANCED CLOTHING CONCEPTS
Coimbatore
09.2017 - 04.2020
- Coordinated with buyers to clarify order details, secure sampling approvals, and provide timely updates.
- Supported the sampling process, including proto, fit, and pre-production samples.
- Prepared and updated Bill of Materials (BOM) for styles to ensure accurate material planning.
- Followed up with vendors and production teams to ensure timely execution of orders.
- Monitored quality parameters to ensure compliance with buyer requirements and maintain product standards.
- Maintained documentation such as purchase orders, invoices, and shipment details.
- Managed relationships with key buyers including MRF, TVS Tyres, BOSCH, Propel, LGB, and Watertec.
Designer
ADVANCED CLOTHING CONCEPTS
Coimbatore
05.2015 - 09.2017
- Developed comprehensive brand identities, including logos, typography, and colour palettes, to enhance client visibility.
- Assessed client needs and objectives to create targeted design strategies.
- Clarified functional requirements to tailor design work to client specifications.
- Participated in events and conferences for sales demos, showcasing products and sharing best practices.
Education
B.Tech - Fashion Technology
PSG College Of Technology
Coimbatore01-2015
Skills
- Cost negotiation
- Time and action planning
- Product development
- Customer relationship management
- Production coordination
- Order management
- Documentation management
Softwares
- MS Excel
- MS Word
- MS PowerPoint
- ERP
Languages
- English, Read, Write, Speak
- Tamil, Read, Write, Speak
Timeline
Merchandiser
Premier Fine Linens
08.2023 - 05.2024
Assistant Merchandiser
JAY JAY Mills Pvt Ltd
07.2020 - 03.2023
Merchandiser
ADVANCED CLOTHING CONCEPTS
09.2017 - 04.2020
Designer
ADVANCED CLOTHING CONCEPTS
05.2015 - 09.2017
B.Tech - Fashion Technology
PSG College Of Technology