PRADEEP PRAJAPATI
MUMBAI
Summary
Dynamic Men's Buying Manager with a proven track record at Reliance Retail, excelling in retail analysis and team leadership. Expert in vendor negotiation and market research, driving profitability and timely product delivery. Successfully optimized inventory levels, enhancing operational efficiency and achieving budget targets through strategic planning and collaboration.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
MEN'S BUYING MANAGER
RELIANCE RETAIL
BANGALORE
09.2024 - Current
- Drive end-to-end product lifecycle and category strategy, including assortment planning, product development, pricing, and performance analysis, to maximize sales and profitability.
- Analyzed product performance to optimize inventory levels across multiple categories.
- Managed cross-functional teams to streamline the buying process for new merchandise.
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and secure quality products.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and potential new products.
- Maintained relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery and compliance standards.
- Reviewed sales forecasts to adjust purchasing plans for seasonal fluctuations.
- Coordinated with the team to ensure that all orders were placed in a timely manner, standards, and mandatory safety and regulatory requirements.
BUYING - MEN'S MANAGER
HOUSE OF ANITA DONGRE
NAVI MUMBAI
11.2022 - 09.2024
- Leading a team of 3 members of team to build Men's wear portfolio to a sizeable scale business along with profitability.
- To ensure all line item are aligned in delivering on time.
- To drive the right pricing strategy for the customers.
- Monitor order placement as per budget and ensure timely inward as per regional customer requirement.
- Product development.
- Range selection
- Managed team by offering support and constructive feedback to improve skills and maximize potential.
- Supervised and delegated tasks to employees to meet key productivity targets.
Deputy Buyer - Men's Knits
STOP AND FRATINI Shoppers stop Ltd.
Mumbai
10.2018 - 11.2022
- BRAND - STOP AND FRATINI.
- Planning the buy for the week, OTB management, and maintaining base stock fill.
- Sales tracking.
- Pricing and markdowns for the products.
- Sourcing, vendor selection/development.
- Options are around 180 to 200 per season (2 lakh pcs).
- Exceeded goals through effective prioritization, and a consistent work ethic.
- Enhanced working relationships by participating in team-building activities.
- Met budget targets through responsible planning and resource allocation.
- Organized files to support efficiency and traceability.
Merchandiser
Kamdgiri Fashion Ltd
Boisar
10.2017 - 10.2018
- BRAND - LEE COOPER, BUFFELO, aLL, DJ&C
- Production planning.
- Discuss TNA with Buyer.
- Trims Sourcing.
- Fabric sourcing.
- Make Fit, PP samples as per Buyer reequipement.
Merchandiser
Paras Dyeing & Printing Mills
Mumbai
06.2014 - 09.2017
- BRAND - SHYLA, DJ&C, ABOF
- Production planning.
- Trims sourcing.
- Fabric follow-up.
- Production follow-up.
- PP meeting.
Education
Post Graduation Diploma - Textile
Synthetic & Art Silk Mills' Research Association
Mumbai, MH05-2016
Bachelor of Commerce - B.com
Viva College
Virar05-2015
Skills
- Retail analysis
- Team leadership
- Business strategy
- Team coaching
- Product development
- Vendor negotiation
- Market research
- Product development
- Budget planning
- Pricing strategy
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Vendor evaluation
- Cost analysis
- Vendor sourcing
Languages
Hindi, English, Marathi
Timeline
MEN'S BUYING MANAGER
RELIANCE RETAIL
09.2024 - Current
BUYING - MEN'S MANAGER
HOUSE OF ANITA DONGRE
11.2022 - 09.2024
Deputy Buyer - Men's Knits
STOP AND FRATINI Shoppers stop Ltd.
10.2018 - 11.2022
Merchandiser
Kamdgiri Fashion Ltd
10.2017 - 10.2018
Merchandiser
Paras Dyeing & Printing Mills
06.2014 - 09.2017
Post Graduation Diploma - Textile
Synthetic & Art Silk Mills' Research Association
Bachelor of Commerce - B.com
Viva College
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