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Nataraj Rajendran

Nataraj Rajendran

Senior Management Professional
Gurgaon

Summary

With a strong business acumen and deep understanding of critical business drivers across multiple markets and industries, I have consistently developed integrated plans to promote brand recognition and exceed expectations. My expertise lies in Production & Quality functions, where I design effective business strategies and long-term visions, while also creating and disseminating official corporate communications. Collaborating closely with top management and cross-functional teams, I play a pivotal role in developing sourcing content and policy documents that clearly define our corporate identity. Through mentorship, teams flourish under my guidance, resulting in significant improvements in abilities and productivity. Thriving in high-pressure situations, I consistently meet deadlines with ease.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Raw Material Technician

Inditex Tempe Services PVT LTD
04.2022 - 03.2024
  • Sourcing / Development /Production - New Material / New Vendor / Complying to Brand Protocol / Commercial terms fixing / CSR compliance as per development Calendar / Product standards
  • Production - Raw material Specification / Testing Standards / Solving Shoe / Bag Factory Production issues (quality / Lead time reduction /Collaboration with Brands)
  • Achieved in onboarding PU Supplier (0 to 500 DMFA) successfully in last 1.5 Years complying to CSR norms / Business Parameters
  • Increase in new business in materials like recycled Polyester / Denim / recycled soles -Sustainable process

Senior Manager - Sourcing

ARVIND FASHIONS LIMITED
10.2015 - 03.2022
  • Brands Handled - US Polo, Arrow, Flying Machine -Men's Footwear
  • Sourcing Volume Handled - 7 Lakhs Pairs / Annum
  • Total Vendor Partners Handled: 14 (China - 6, India -8)
  • Key Achievements - OTIF-88% (Complete Season) , COGS -24% , Quality Accidents -less than 0.8%, saved 0.5 % to 1% in COGS - cost of Revenue amounts to 5 lakh RS per Season in Logistics
  • Practices - TnA Analysis, Vendor performance rating chart, Costing closure (Product Costing, Logistics Costing, to achieve required Mark up, Rigorous Delivery Follow Up to achieve OTIF
  • Extra Responsibilities Handled - Product Testing standards setting, Clearance in Import Shipments, SAP Exposure, Logistics

Group Manager - Materials

BATA INDIA LIMITED
05.2013 - 09.2015
  • Efficient involvement of outsourcing of raw materials from Leather to Sole materials to third party shoe factories
  • Active participation with Design & Development team in selecting the raw materials for the shoe line presentation
  • Developing new materials based on Mood boards and inspirations
  • Updating of materials Based on Trends to Designers team

Brand Leader - Leather Business Unit

Impactiva S.de.rl
10.2009 - 03.2013
  • Driving business growth by doing end to end planning and execution of all products with key focus on revenue generation and brand existence
  • Executing and implementing branding programs/strategies to improve product awareness within the organization by efficient Brand building
  • Networking and associating with clients for leather standards; working with customers like Wortmann, Coach, Marco-Polo, Bare Trapps, etc

Sourcing Manager

Tata International Leather
07.2005 - 09.2009
  • Held accountable for sourcing leather for Men's & Ladies Footwear Division
  • Purchased leather Volume of 5 lakhs sq.ft / Month in 5 countries (India, Bangladesh, China, Italy, Ethiopia) - Cow Upper, Oil Pull up, Crazy Horse, Cow Suede, Goat Kid Suede, Sheep Upper & Buffalo Lining
  • Active involvement in new material development, cost effectiveness & price negotiation
  • Kept regular follow up to catch up the delivery dates & post-delivery activities

Quality Control Executive

Forward Shoes India Ltd.
04.2001 - 06.2005

Education

Masters in Technology - Leather

Anna University
Chennai

Footwear Basic Designing Course

CLRI India
Chennai
03.1998

Skills

Communication

Affiliations

ALFA: A.C. Tech (ANNA UNIVERSITY) Leather & Footwear Association, Executive Committee Member, 04/01/04 - 04/01/05

Career Enhancement

  • Executive Training Program in Communication Skills
  • Time Management
  • Leadership Qualities

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 03/09/79
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Passport Number Z7934665 valid upto 2034

Additional Information

Invented a Eco Friendly product for Leather Tanning industry

Software

PLM PRODUCT LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT

SAP PP MODULE BEGINNER LEVEL

Timeline

Raw Material Technician

Inditex Tempe Services PVT LTD
04.2022 - 03.2024

Senior Manager - Sourcing

ARVIND FASHIONS LIMITED
10.2015 - 03.2022

Group Manager - Materials

BATA INDIA LIMITED
05.2013 - 09.2015

Brand Leader - Leather Business Unit

Impactiva S.de.rl
10.2009 - 03.2013

Sourcing Manager

Tata International Leather
07.2005 - 09.2009

Quality Control Executive

Forward Shoes India Ltd.
04.2001 - 06.2005

Masters in Technology - Leather

Anna University

Footwear Basic Designing Course

CLRI India
Nataraj RajendranSenior Management Professional