S. KANNAN
Karur
Summary
Dynamic Merchandiser with extensive experience at Synthesis Home Textiles, excelling in international buyer communication and competitive pricing strategies. Proven track record in sample development and production planning, ensuring compliance with GOTS standards. Adept at fostering strong supplier relationships and optimizing workflows to achieve timely shipments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser
Synthesis Home Textiles pvt Ltd
Karur
02.2025 - Current
- Managed buyer communication and pricing for USA-based clients including Walmart, Threadmade, and importers.
- Prepared detailed costing sheets to ensure competitive pricing.
- Coordinated sampling, production planning, and approvals to streamline processes.
Merchandiser
Four Seasons International
Karur
04.2024 - 02.2025
- Managed production and buyer communication for UK-based clients, ensuring alignment on project timelines and expectations.
- Sourced suppliers for product materials through market research, enhancing product quality and supplier relationships.
- Coordinating sampling, production planning, and approvals.
- Prepared detailed costing sheets to facilitate competitive pricing analysis and informed decision-making.
Merchandiser
ML Exports
Karur
11.2019 - 04.2024
- Managed development of samples to shipment for NKD and B-living customers, facilitating smooth transition from design to delivery.
- Coordinated production planning with factories and ensured on-time shipments.
- Executed end-to-end order management for South African and European buyers including Mr.price home and sheet street, ensuring timely fulfillment.
- Maintained strong communication channels with buyers and suppliers.
- Conducted GOTS/GRS audits and verified compliance with testing parameters.
Junior Merchandiser
Laboni Collection
Karur
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Tracked buyer reports and production timelines to ensure on-time delivery.
- Coordinated sampling approvals to streamline workflow with factories.
- Facilitated order processing and communication with Netherlands-based buyers at Zeeman.
Education
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
PGP College of Engineering and Technology
Namakkal01.2018
HSC -
Govt. Higher Secondary School
Palappatti01.2014
SSLC -
Govt. Higher Secondary School
Palappatti01.2012
Skills
- Home Textile Merchandising
- Sample Development
- Production Planning
- TNA Monitoring
- Factory Coordination
- Quality Inspections
- Price Negotiation
- Product Costing
- Supplier Sourcing
- Supplier Development
- Workflow Optimization
- Buyer communication
- Vendor Communication
- ERP Systems
- Excel Reporting
- Microsoft Office
- Yarn Knowledge
- Textile Material Knowledge
- Catia V5
Accomplishments
- Runner-up – National Level Chess, Anna University
- Champion – Inter-College & PGP College Chess
- Division-Level Chess Winner – GHSS Palappatti
- Runner-up – Short Film Competition, PGP College
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/10/97
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Languages
- English
- Tamil
- English
Core Competencies
Home Textile Merchandising, Sample Development & Follow-up, Production Planning & TNA Monitoring, Factory Coordination & Workflow Optimization, Product Costing & Price Negotiation, Supplier Sourcing & Development, Certification Audit Handling (GOTS, GRS), AQL Standards & Quality Inspections, International Buyer & Vendor Communication, ERP Systems, Excel Reporting
Timeline
Merchandiser
Synthesis Home Textiles pvt Ltd
02.2025 - Current
Merchandiser
Four Seasons International
04.2024 - 02.2025
Merchandiser
ML Exports
11.2019 - 04.2024
Junior Merchandiser
Laboni Collection
06.2018 - 06.2019
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
PGP College of Engineering and Technology
HSC -
Govt. Higher Secondary School
SSLC -
Govt. Higher Secondary School