PRAGYA SHARMA
New Delhi
Summary
Experienced and self-motivated Sourcing Manager bringing forth over eight years coordinating all working parts of a project. Experienced in working directly with clients. Bringing forth exceptional customer service skills with an ability to communicate.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Merchant
Flatworld Source Inc
New Delhi
08.2019 - Current
- Taking care for Buyer Ross Stores, USA - Handling Total Business Volume 20M USD with the team of a Merchant and 2 Asst Merchants.
- Sourcing Products: Home Decor, Garden Decor, Seasonal Decor, Storage, Housewares, Wall Decor.
- Market Research: Providing insights and updates on market trends, supplier performance, and potential new products to help buyers make informed decisions.
- Growth: Developed a strategic plan to increase sales revenue by 20% within a 12 month period, resulting in a successful launch of new product lines, Joined as Asst. Merchant in Aug 2019 and got promoted.
- Communication Facilitation: Serving as a liaison between buyers and suppliers to address any issues, clarify requirements, and ensure smooth communication throughout the process.
- Team Management: Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and safety standards were met. Picked up Additional task to aim team Success.
- Supplier Negotiation: Handling price negotiations, contract terms, and payment conditions with suppliers to secure the best deals for the buyer.
- Quality Control: Coordinated inspections to ensure product quality compliance with required standards prior to shipment.
- Issues handling:- Managed complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving. Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Order Management: Managed order process from supplier placement to shipping coordination, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to logistics requirements.
- Logistics Coordination: Planning shipment movement with vendor to ensure delivery of goods on time along with customs clearance.
Merchandiser
Rajan Overseas
MORADABAD
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Align work with strategic goals, complete correspondence with buyer from initial stage of enquiry to product development, price negotiation based on retail value and Buyer's target.
- Handled Client:- US based:- Pier1 Import, Home Depot, TAG, Cracker Barrel, UK Based, :- Pacific Lifestyle, Middle East:- Lifestyle Brand, NIce, Home Box, Home Centre, OMAR.
- Developed and implemented a merchandising strategy that increased sales by 25%.
- Developed a comprehensive product assortment that attracted new customers and improved customer loyalty.
- Created visual displays that increased customer engagement and sales by 15%.
- Negotiated preferential terms with vendors, resulting in a 10% reduction in inventory costs.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with Buyers.
- Monitored competitors' product offerings and pricing strategies to ensure competitive positioning in the market.
- Managed a team of 1 Assistant merchandiser to ensure successful execution of all product launches.
ASSISTANT MERCHANDISER
DESIGNCO
MORADABAD
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Handled buyer- Target (storage, wall and Table Top category), Kohls (Room Decor, Candle Lighting), Cracker Barrel (Room Decor), World Market ( Room Decor).
- Receive new developments from the buyer and execute them with the design team, optimizing resources to the fullest.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products and maintain customer satisfaction.
- Analyzed data to identify trends and opportunities in the market, resulting in the launch of a new product line.
- Handle independent correspondence with local and overseas product managers and buyers regarding pricing and product development.
Education
MBA - International Business and Operations Management
AKTU University
LUCKNOW04-2020
B.Com -
MJP Rohilkhand University (Hindu College)
MORADABAD03-2018
12th - ISC Board
Maharaja Agarsen Public School
MORADABAD03-2015
10th - ICSE Board
Maharaja Agarsen Public School
MORADABAD03-2013
PERSONAL DETAILS
- Date Of Birth:- June 03, 1997
- Father's Name:- Virendra Sharma
- Mother's Name:- Reeta Sharma
- Permanent Address:- E21, Mansarovar Colony, Moradabad- 244001, Uttar Pradesh, INDIA.
- Current Address:- C725, JVTS Garden Society, Chhatarpur, Delhi- 110030, INDIA
Timeline
Senior Merchant
Flatworld Source Inc
08.2019 - Current
Merchandiser
Rajan Overseas
08.2017 - 08.2019
ASSISTANT MERCHANDISER
DESIGNCO
08.2016 - 07.2017
MBA - International Business and Operations Management
AKTU University
B.Com -
MJP Rohilkhand University (Hindu College)
12th - ISC Board
Maharaja Agarsen Public School
10th - ICSE Board
Maharaja Agarsen Public School