Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
CORE COMPETENCIES
Timeline
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Pooja Sah

Assistant Manager-Merchandiser
Faridabad,HR
Pooja Sah

Summary

A highly skilled and results-driven professional with 14 years of experience in Merchandising, Product Development, and Client Relationship Management. Expertise in requirement analysis, sampling, fabric development, costing, production, and dispatch to ensure timely achievement of organizational goals. Strong communicator and team leader, with a keen eye for detail and an analytical mindset. Proficient in sourcing fabrics and trims from global suppliers (Korea, China, Hong Kong, Turkey), and hands-on technical knowledge in fabric and product development.

Overview

16
years of professional experience

Work History

JOYLINE FASHION LLP
New Delhi

Assistant Manager-Merchandising
09.2024 - Current

Job overview

Clients: Matalan, Roman Originals, Suzy Shier, Blooming Wear,Robin Piccone

Categories: Women’s Wear, Kids Wear, Accessories, Cover Ups.

• Managed development and production for Ladies’ and Kids’ Wear, ensuring timely execution.

• Coordinated with internal teams and vendors for prompt delivery of fabrics, trims, and accessories.

• Oversaw product approvals from size sets to final samples.

• Calculated FOB pricing based on retail targets and selected vendors accordingly.

• Negotiated pricing to meet buyer expectations.

• Aligned product development with brand-specific requirements and price points.

• Conducted factory visits and vendor meetings to source appropriate products.

Bhartiya Fashion

Assistant Manager – Merchandising
10.2018 - 06.2024

Job overview

  • Key Clients: Desigual, All Saints, Joie, Rebecca Minkoff, G-Star, Wildcraft, Damensch, Fracomina, Soma Group, Pinko
  • Categories: Women’s Wear, Kids, Accessories
  • Full responsibility for Product Development (PD) and Production Merchandising for multiple international brands.
  • Provide quality customer service to foster business growth.
  • Oversee garment and fabric vendors in India, China, and Bangladesh.

Omega Designs

Senior Merchandiser
02.2015 - 08.2018

Job overview

  • Clients: Memo Fashion, BHS, Asda, M and Co, Evans, Debenhams, Next, Sainsbury, TJ Maxx
  • Managed Ladies’ Wear and Kids’ Wear for key retail clients, ensuring adherence to timelines.
  • Followed up with all departments to ensure timely delivery of fabrics, trims, and accessories.
  • Handled production development, including approvals from size set to final product approval.
  • Coordinated with buying agencies and vendors for approvals and production updates.
  • Played a key role in production planning to meet shipment deadlines.

Rajat International

Merchandiser
11.2011 - 04.2013

Job overview

  • Clients: Island, Archieve, Katharine Ross, Spiral Spice, Caliner
  • Managed high fashion ladies’ garments, from fabric and sample development to production.
  • Coordinated with vendors and buyers for smooth operations and on-time deliveries.
  • Responsible for costing, negotiations, and ensuring timely production and sample approvals.

Brij Designs

Merchandiser
04.2010 - 10.2011

Job overview

  • Clients: Max (Landmark Group), Sea Salt, Saltwater, Isato, Lealario Beatriz
  • Managed high-fashion ladies' garments and oversaw fabric and trims sourcing, production planning, and vendor relations.
  • Worked closely with buyers to send timely fit approvals and coordinate time and action plans for production.
  • Ensured that products met buyer specifications and timelines for delivery.

H.G. Accessories/IR Accessories

Assistant Merchandiser
09.2009 - 03.2010

Job overview

  • Clients: Van Heusen, Bharti Wal-Mart, Kappahl, Promod, Street One, America Today
  • Worked on scarves and accessories for men and women, liaising with international buyers.
  • Managed sourcing of fabrics, trims, and accessories, ensuring timely approvals and production.
  • Developed self-designed products and new collections as per buyer specifications.

Education

Delhi University

Post-Graduation from Fabric and Apparel Science
01.2009

University Overview

Gained in-depth knowledge of fabric technology, garment construction, and apparel science.

Delhi University

Bachelor of Home Science from Textile and Clothing
01.2007

University Overview

Specialization in textiles and clothing, with a focus on fabric analysis and apparel production techniques.

Skills

Strong understanding of fit, pattern making, and technical packages for product development

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Product Development & Merchandising
  • Fabric & Trim Sourcing (India, China, Bangladesh, Korea, Turkey)
  • Vendor Management & Negotiations
  • Costing & Pricing Analysis
  • Quality Control & Vendor Coordination
  • Production Planning & Timely Deliveries
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Team Leadership & Training
  • Strong technical knowledge in Woven & Knitted Fabrics, Embroidery, Dyeing, and Printing

Timeline

Assistant Manager-Merchandising

JOYLINE FASHION LLP
09.2024 - Current

Assistant Manager – Merchandising

Bhartiya Fashion
10.2018 - 06.2024

Senior Merchandiser

Omega Designs
02.2015 - 08.2018

Merchandiser

Rajat International
11.2011 - 04.2013

Merchandiser

Brij Designs
04.2010 - 10.2011

Assistant Merchandiser

H.G. Accessories/IR Accessories
09.2009 - 03.2010

Delhi University

Bachelor of Home Science from Textile and Clothing

Delhi University

Post-Graduation from Fabric and Apparel Science
Pooja SahAssistant Manager-Merchandiser