MAHESH RA
Marketing & Sourcing Manager
CHENNAI
Summary
Talented Senior Merchandiser with expertise managing highly talented teams. Skilled in product Development and seasonal marketing. Senior merchandiser wielding broad control over all aspects of projects from start to finish.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Marketing Manager
Loyal Textiles Mill Ltd
chennai, Tamil Nadu
Mar.2024 - Current
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Sr.Merchandiser / Product & Development.
Asmara Apparels India Pvt Ltd ( Tom Tailor Sourcing Office )
2023.06 - Current
- Driving the PD /Sourcing at high efficiency / Leading & Building strong connectivity with supply chain in the best interest of Brand
- Digital Sample development/ Virtual Fittings / Data Updates via PLM / SETLOG / CLO-SET / WFX
- Direct Mill co-ordination / Accessing Mill resources / Defining collections / Developing sustainable fabrics.
- Styles allocations with Factories on their strength with Price & Deliveries.
- Ensuring KPI is maintained & OTI is kept as required.
- Established strong vendor relationships to maintain and support business.
Sourcing & Operations / Senior Merchandiser
M/s WinIndia Exports
2020.01 - 2023.06
- Handling team of Merchants, Guiding them to achieve tasks at maximum efficiency
- Handling wider reach for Outsourcing and capacity buildings for Orders.
- Cautiously practiced risk management regarding budgeting and expenditures.
- Planned and participated in conference calls and meetings with planning and management departments.
- Established strong vendor relationships to maintain and support business.
Vendor Management / Senior Merchandiser
Star Designs Group [ Liaison office - US based ]
2019.01 - 2019.09
- Assigned Vendor Managements for Chennai Divisions.
- Inductions of Vendors , Capacity Building & Quality Audit operations.
- Worked closely with management in observing and actively monitoring sales.
- Analyzed local markets and opportunities to improve marketing strategies.
Sourcing & Productions / Senior Officer
S.O.T Garment India Pvt Ltd [ Liaison office of Brand - S.Oliver , Germany ]
2010.10 - 2018.08
- German's Liaison office for the Brand - S.Oliver
- Involved in Sourcing of Garments across all division of India.
- Promoted to Senior Position from Mid-Level in Merchandising
Productions / Merchandiser
M/s KGI clothing Pvt Ltd
2008.03 - 2010.09
- Exporter or Ready Made Garments in Wovens and Knits.
Sourcing / Merchandiser
M/s H&B Clothing Pvt Ltd
2006.06 - 2008.05
- Export House - Apparel
- Promoted from Junior to Senior in Merchandising Department
Research and Development / Junior Merchandiser
Fifth avenue sourcing
2006.01 - 2006.06
- Buying office, involved in direct souring for big brands.
- Active rolls in product developments
- Wet process , Prints and Embroideries
Education
MBA - Marketing Management - Pursuing
Madras University
Chennai, India 2023.05 - 2024.01
Bsc Chemistry - Chemistry allied with physics
Sir Theagaraya College [Affiliated to Madras University]
Chennai, India 1999.06 - 2001.06
Skills
SourcingProductionProduct DevelopmentsSupply Chain ManagementsPricingsLogisticsMarketing
Websites
Certification
FCT, 12/2004, 12/2005, Fashion and Clothing Technology [Authorised by Ministry of Textile, Govt of India]
cooking
practicing occasionally and trying out new varieties.
Timeline
Marketing Manager
Loyal Textiles Mill Ltd
Mar.2024 - Current
Sr.Merchandiser / Product & Development.
Asmara Apparels India Pvt Ltd ( Tom Tailor Sourcing Office )
2023.06 - Current
MBA - Marketing Management - Pursuing
Madras University
2023.05 - 2024.01
Sourcing & Operations / Senior Merchandiser
M/s WinIndia Exports
2020.01 - 2023.06
Vendor Management / Senior Merchandiser
Star Designs Group [ Liaison office - US based ]
2019.01 - 2019.09
Sourcing & Productions / Senior Officer
S.O.T Garment India Pvt Ltd [ Liaison office of Brand - S.Oliver , Germany ]
2010.10 - 2018.08
Productions / Merchandiser
M/s KGI clothing Pvt Ltd
2008.03 - 2010.09
Sourcing / Merchandiser
M/s H&B Clothing Pvt Ltd
2006.06 - 2008.05
Research and Development / Junior Merchandiser
Fifth avenue sourcing
2006.01 - 2006.06
Bsc Chemistry - Chemistry allied with physics
Sir Theagaraya College [Affiliated to Madras University]
1999.06 - 2001.06