Ranjithkumar S
Bangalore,Karnataka
Summary
Results-driven Apparel Sourcing Manager with 10+ years’ expertise in knits and casual wear sourcing, vendor management, and product development. Proven track record of 95%+ on-time delivery, 100% import compliance, and 8–12% YoY margin improvement. Managed ₹250 Cr+ annual sourcing value, 50+ vendor partnerships, and 1500 monthly styles with reduced lead times by 15–20 days. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration to drive profitability and speed-to-market.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Apparel Sourcing Manager
Myntra Designs
07.2024 - Current
- Spearheading sourcing for the entire Knits Apparel category in FWD, managing a portfolio worth ₹250 Cr+ annually.
- Onboarded and managed 40+ vendor partners, improving cost efficiency by 12% YoY through strategic negotiations.
- Reduced average lead time by 15 days, enabling faster speed-to-market and higher trend responsiveness.
- Drove 25% increase in vendor compliance scores by implementing stricter QC and audit mechanisms.
- Improved gross margin by 8% via fabric innovation, cost optimization, and bulk buying strategies.
- Managed development of 1500 Monthly SKUs from sampling to bulk, with an on-time delivery rate of 85%.
- Collaborated with design & merchandising to launch 6 new private label sub-brands in Knits successfully.
- Increased vendor capacity utilization by 20%, balancing demand and ensuring better cost control.
- Mentored a team of 2 sourcing executives, enhancing productivity and building future sourcing leaders.
- Championed sustainability projects, ensuring 30% of sourced knits use eco-friendly fabrics by FY25.
Sourcing Manager
Sunrise Sports Group
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted comprehensive market studies and trend analyses to define product styles and price ranges across multiple brands.
- Performed 3-year sales analysis to evaluate STR (Sell-Through Rate) and pricing strategies, optimizing future assortment plans.
- Developed monthly option and OTB plans aligned with production and seasonal demand.
- Identified and onboarded certified, compliant suppliers, strengthening sourcing partnerships.
- Regularly visited warehouses to ensure efficient inventory management, creating plans based on historical sales.
- Coordinated with marketing, sales, and finance teams to align sourcing with business objectives and ensure timely PO releases.
- Collaborated with the Singapore design team for sample approvals, ensuring design integrity and quality.
- Led cost negotiations with factories, achieving competitive pricing and improved margins.
- Designed and presented three distinct product lines, securing management approval for launch.
- Ensured on-time delivery of domestic and import styles, meeting BM (Business Metrics) consistently.
- Strategically planned imports and domestic assortments tailored to Indian standards and consumer needs.
- Improved cross-functional coordination to increase operational efficiency across sourcing, finance, and merchandising.
- Standardized sourcing processes and established vendor performance tracking for efficiency and compliance.
- Delivered seasonal MIS reports to management, providing insights into performance and growth opportunities.
- Ensured timely supplier payments and conducted account reconciliation at the end of each season.
- Defined KRAs for team members, provided leadership, and nurtured a high-performance sourcing team.
Sourcing Manager
Myntra Designs
08.2019 - 04.2023
- Participated in line-sheet reviews, providing feedback to the design team on MRP feasibility and design viability.
- Received Tech Packs (TPs) from design and allocated them to factories based on capacity and capability.
- Obtained cost estimates through PRM, reviewing and negotiating with factories to align with organizational buying margins.
- Shared finalized cost sheets and TNA (Time & Action plans) with the Brand team for approval and alignment.
- Coordinated with the Brand team to finalize the Buy Plan and released POs to factories accordingly.
- Ensured FIT sample approvals within 4 days of receipt for fashion orders, maintaining speed-to-market.
- Secured PP sample approvals well in advance—45 days for imports and 30 days for domestic production.
- Monitored and tracked factory production plans, presenting weekly status updates to the Brand team for transparent communication.
- Consistently achieved 95%+ GTM adherence and 95% on-time delivery for domestic production, with 100% on-time delivery for imports.
- Ensured on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery across all categories, reducing delays and shortages.
- Executed global sourcing initiatives, expanding vendor base and optimizing supply chain.
- Collaborated with the planning team for import shipment approvals and coordinated with the quality team for final inspections and required test reports.
- Secured shipment samples from factories and coordinated with SCM to ensure smooth inbound logistics.
- Developed and formalized status dashboards for internal and external stakeholders, enabling real-time visibility.
- Delivered comprehensive MIS reports post-season for management and brand reference.
Sourcing Executive
Attiitude.com
03.2016 - 08.2019
- Managed end-to-end sourcing activities for a startup brand for 3.5 years, successfully launching ~500 styles with an average production run of 100 pcs per style
Sample Merchandiser
Aditya Birla Fashion And Retail
08.2015 - 02.2016
Sample Merchandiser
Mehta Export Corporation
04.2012 - 07.2015
Education
B-Tech - Textile Technology
Sona College of Technology
Bengaluru04-2012
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management – Identifying, evaluating, and onboarding certified suppliers (domestic & international)
- Product Development – Coordinating with design teams on tech packs, line sheets, and sample approvals (FIT/PP/Size sets)
- Costing & Negotiation – Driving cost optimization through PRM, achieving target margins while maintaining quality
- Production Planning & TNA Management – Creating and monitoring Time & Action calendars for on-time delivery
- Team Leadership & KPI Management – Mentoring sourcing executives, defining KRAs, and improving team performance
- Compliance & Quality Assurance – Ensuring vendor certifications, test reports, and quality standards are met
- Global Sourcing – Leveraging international vendors to diversify product lines and reduce dependency risks
Work Availability
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Timeline
Apparel Sourcing Manager
Myntra Designs
07.2024 - Current
Sourcing Manager
Sunrise Sports Group
04.2023 - 12.2023
Sourcing Manager
Myntra Designs
08.2019 - 04.2023
Sourcing Executive
Attiitude.com
03.2016 - 08.2019
Sample Merchandiser
Aditya Birla Fashion And Retail
08.2015 - 02.2016
Sample Merchandiser
Mehta Export Corporation
04.2012 - 07.2015
B-Tech - Textile Technology
Sona College of Technology
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