Priyanshi Srivastava
Mumbai
Summary
Resourceful Senior Merchandiser known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in trend analysis, inventory management, and supplier negotiation to ensure product quality and profitability. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, leveraging these soft skills to overcome challenges and meet market demands.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Menswear Senior Merchandiser
Pernia's Pop Up Shop (Purple Style Labs)
Mumbai
11.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for product development, pricing and product assortment for menswear collections.
- Handling the whole team of more than 10 subordinates, pan India.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends in customer preferences and develop strategies to maximize sales opportunities.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock availability while minimizing overstocks.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including marketing, operations and finance on merchandising initiatives.
- Implemented new systems for tracking purchase orders, invoices and returns related to menswear items.
- Trained junior staff members on merchandising techniques related to buying, planning and allocation of resources for men's apparel lines.
- Participated in trade shows both domestically and internationally representing the company's portfolio of men's clothing lines.
- Prepared financial reports providing insight into profitability and cost structures associated with the production and sale of menswear products.
- Engaged in negotiations with buyers from department stores and specialty retailers resulting in increased revenue from sales of men's clothing items.
- Examined, selected and purchased merchandise consistent with specification requirements.
- Stayed abreast of market trends and anticipated consumer needs and purchasing habits.
- Traveled to various locations to train the Store team and operations to handle the Menswear merchandise and briefing on Designers customizations.
- Presented new merchandise ideas and campaigns to company executives and sales managers.
Associate Merchandiser
Pernia's Pop Up Shop (Purple Style Labs)
Mumbai
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Updated pricing, monitored inventory levels, and kept adequate stock in product displays on the sales floor.
- Researched current industry trends and competitor activity to stay abreast of resources, technology, and best practices.
- Generated weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales reports to highlight milestones and activities.
- Collaborated with the sales team to identify and fulfill customer needs.
- Established strong vendor relationships to maintain and support business.
- Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity, and other specification requirements.
- Conducted weekly sales analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
Online Merchandiser
StyleNook Pvt. Ltd
Mumbai
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Studied and monitored market trends to identify potential suppliers and communicated with suppliers to negotiate best pricing on apparel and accessories
- Monitored and analyzed sales records, trends, or economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns
- Handled 35+ Vendors and established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors
Merchandising Associate
PAARSH Atelier
Kolkata
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Worked closely with individual vendor and established strong relation to identify unique needs and supply appropriate products
- Updated pricing and monitored inventory changes and ordered replenishments for stock to support customer demand
- Trained and managed merchandising associates to uphold company standards and product information
- Worked closely with the production team in terms of product manufacture
- Generated weekly, monthly and quarterly sales reports to highlight milestones and activities
- Monitored slow-selling merchandise and placed top sellers in prominent areas
- Reported potential conflicts or issues to maximize sales and reduce shrink
Education
PG Diploma - Merchandising And Buying Operations
National Institute of Fashion Technology
Mumbai11-2022
Advance Diploma - Fashion Design
INIFD
Kolkata09.2020
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accountancy And Finance
Calcutta University
Kolkata08.2017
Skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Vendor relations
- Fashion industry knowledge
- Expert in MS Excel
- Multitasking Abilities
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Data-driven decision-making
- Strong analytical skills
- Merchandise planning
- Budget Planning
Accomplishments
- Achieved Director's Award for Best Execution of Concept in Fashion Design from INIFD
- Achieved Director's Award for the Commercial Fashion in Annual Fashion Show by INIFD
Software
- MS Office
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
Certification
- Visual Merchandising from INIFD Bangkok
- 2019-09
- Fashion Insight by London School of Trends
- 2020-02
Languages
English
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Menswear Senior Merchandiser
Pernia's Pop Up Shop (Purple Style Labs)
11.2023 - Current
Associate Merchandiser
Pernia's Pop Up Shop (Purple Style Labs)
11.2022 - 10.2023
Online Merchandiser
StyleNook Pvt. Ltd
01.2022 - 11.2022
Merchandising Associate
PAARSH Atelier
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Visual Merchandising from INIFD Bangkok
- 2019-09
- Fashion Insight by London School of Trends
- 2020-02
PG Diploma - Merchandising And Buying Operations
National Institute of Fashion Technology
Advance Diploma - Fashion Design
INIFD
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accountancy And Finance
Calcutta University
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