PRATEEK BANOLE
Ahmedabad
Summary
Experienced textile professional with a Master's in Textile Technology, specializing in the research and development of sustainable and eco-friendly practices and products. Hands-on experience in processing more than 500 OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 applications from across different regions: India, Southeast Asia, and Vietnam. Managed audits and inspections of fabric with a 4-point system to ensure quality. Extensive experience in fabric marketing in various textile sectors, and proficient in all aspects of textile manufacturing, from spinning to garment making. Passionate about staying updated on textile industry trends, and contributing to business growth through innovative strategies and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
TECHNICAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
SHIRLEY TECHNOLOGY PRIVATE LIMITED
Ahmedabad
07.2022 - Current
- Examined and validated clients' submitted OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 application forms to ensure accuracy, compliance, and completeness.
- Provided technical support and advisory services to clients, ensuring the accuracy of their scope, processes, and documentation.
- Managed the retrieval of missing information from clients, and ensured the timely submission of completed and perfect applications to the UK office for quotation processing.
- Coordinated with UK administrative and technical staff at each stage of the certification process to ensure compliance and timely completion.
- Completed three annual training programs at the UK, Manchester headquarters on quotation preparation, testing parameters, audits, and the latest OEKO-TEX developments.
- Participated in four audit visits at client facilities, gaining knowledge of the audit process and report submission.
QUALITY ASSURANCE OFFICER (AUDIT AND INSPECTION)
BEST CORPORATION PVT.LTD.
Ahmedabad
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Best Corporation (P) Limited, a leading manufacturer of knitted garments in Tirupur, India.
- Conducted audits (4-point system) and inspections of 120 tons of fabric shipments monthly at Arvind Ltd., Ahmedabad, India.
- Performed inspections in compliance with renowned brand standards, including PUMA, HUGO BOSS, and HANES, ensuring quality checks prior to sample dispatch to buyers.
- Managed order follow-up, verifying shade bands, lot-wise continuity, GSM, width, and approval shades of lab dips, and FOB.
- Streamlined execution workflows and ensured accurate dispatch timing, aligned with garment production stages.
SR. MARKETING MERCHANDISER
SHYAM INDOFAB PVT LTD
Amravati
06.2019 - 12.2021
- Company Overview: Shyam Indofab Pvt. Ltd., a leading knit fabric and garment manufacturing company.
- Customer and Product Management: Engaged with top brands like Arvind, Cotton Blossom, SIF Garment, MAX, Shoppers Stop, Lifestyle, ABRFL, and Van Heusen for product and design development, presentations, costing, and negotiations.
- Order Execution and Coordination: Managed ERP-based order processing, provided weekly WIP updates, coordinated sampling and factory activities, and ensured smooth end-to-end order follow-up.
MARKETING ASSISTANT-RMG BUSSINES
DONEAR INDUSTRIES PVT LTD
Mumbai
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Company Overview: Donear Industries Ltd is a reputed and fastest-growing fashion fabric brand, creating a wide variety of exotic suiting, trouser, and shirting fabrics.
- Brands: Aditya Birla-Van Heusen, Peter England, ITC Wills Lifestyle, John Player, Blackberry, Trends Lifestyle, Raymond-Park Avenue, FLF-John Miller, Turtle, True Value.
- Customer coordination, product and design development, presentation, costing, and negotiation with the customer, order execution through ERP entry, weekly WIP updates to the customer, sampling, factory coordination, and order follow-up, payment follow-up.
EXPORT MERCHANDISER
BEEKALENE FABRICS PVT LTD
Mumbai
06.2015 - 08.2017
- Company Overview: Beekalene Fabrics Pvt Ltd is one of the leading composite textile companies in home furnishing and digital printing in India.
- Key Account Management: Managed major clients from the USA and UK (Valiant Fabrics, Harlequin, Fabricut, PK Lifestyle, Alendel, Maxwell), overseeing order analysis, execution, and shipment planning.
- Product Development & Operations: Coordinated with design, production, and processing teams to translate buyer requirements into accurate samples, ensuring timely delivery, and smooth operations.
- Ensured timely payment follow-ups, and maintained clear communication with internal teams and customers.
GET SHIFT EXECUTIVE
SARA SPINTEX INDIA PVT. LTD
Yavatmal
07.2012 - 08.2013
- Company Overview: SARA SPINTEX, a fully automated spinning plant with advanced machinery from Italy and Germany, produces premium cotton yarn (Ne 5/1 to 40/1).
- Key Responsibilities: Assisted in machine erection, marking, commissioning, and production setup.
Conducted quality checks of samples and yarn to ensure adherence to standards. Supported production and quality control processes for consistent output and efficiency.
Education
MASTER IN TEXTILE TECHNOLOGY - Textile Technology
Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute
Mumbai05-2015
BACHELOR OF TEXTIE ENGINEERING - Textile Engineering
Jawaharlal Darda Institute of Engineering & Technology
Yavatmal01.2012
Skills
- Solid Technical Foundation: Fiber, Yarn, Fabric, and Garment
- Influencer Marketing Strategist
- Skilled Presenter and Effective Communicator
- Analytical Problem Solver and Troubleshooter
- Organizational skills and Versatility
- Microsoft Office expertise
Affiliations
- Participated in the intercollegiate football tournament at the university level held at HUPM, Amravati.
- Member of the Student Association (TESA) at JDIET College.
Accomplishments
- Successfully executed and completed a complex knit fabric order for Polo T-shirt, with different styles and several colors at Shyam Indofab Pvt. Ltd and learned the effectiveness of planning and attention to detail.
- Winner of sports such as running and long jump competitions of Euphoria – 08.
Internship
Priyadarshani Co-operative Spinning Mill, Yavatmal, Maharashtra, India, Understanding working and management of a Cotton spinning mill.
Languages
Marathi
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hobbies and Interests
- Listen to Music
- Playing Football
Timeline
TECHNICAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
SHIRLEY TECHNOLOGY PRIVATE LIMITED
07.2022 - Current
QUALITY ASSURANCE OFFICER (AUDIT AND INSPECTION)
BEST CORPORATION PVT.LTD.
12.2021 - 07.2022
SR. MARKETING MERCHANDISER
SHYAM INDOFAB PVT LTD
06.2019 - 12.2021
MARKETING ASSISTANT-RMG BUSSINES
DONEAR INDUSTRIES PVT LTD
08.2017 - 05.2019
EXPORT MERCHANDISER
BEEKALENE FABRICS PVT LTD
06.2015 - 08.2017
GET SHIFT EXECUTIVE
SARA SPINTEX INDIA PVT. LTD
07.2012 - 08.2013
MASTER IN TEXTILE TECHNOLOGY - Textile Technology
Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute
BACHELOR OF TEXTIE ENGINEERING - Textile Engineering
Jawaharlal Darda Institute of Engineering & Technology
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