Sandeep Kumar
Garment Merchandising And Sourcing Manger
Gurugram,HR
Summary
“To possess a successful position in the industry, where I can utilize my technical knowledge &personal skills effectively and efficiently for employer and my growth.”
Results-driven Merchandising Manager with over 13 years of extensive experience in the garment manufacturing industry, currently leading merchandising operations in a factory setup. Proven ability to manage multiple export and domestic accounts while supervising a team of 6 merchandisers to ensure smooth execution from product development to final shipment. Strong expertise in buyer communication, costing, order planning, and production coordination, with a consistent track record of meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards. Skilled in handling the complete order lifecycle, including sampling, sourcing, bulk production follow-up, and on-time delivery. Adept at cross-functional coordination with production, sourcing, and quality teams to optimize processes, reduce risks, and enhance overall efficiency. Committed to driving customer satisfaction and business growth in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
DMM /Vertical head
Tapio Creation Pvt Ltd
11.2022 - Current
- Managing end-to-end merchandising operations from product development to final shipment across multiple export and domestic accounts
- Leading and mentoring a team of merchandisers to ensure smooth workflow and target achievement
- Handling key buyer accounts and maintaining strong, long-term buyer relationships through effective communication and service delivery
- Driving business development initiatives by identifying new opportunities, onboarding new buyers, and expanding existing accounts
- Conducting buyer meetings for design development, sampling approvals, costing discussions, and order finalization
- Responsible for costing, price negotiation, and offering optimized cost solutions to buyers while maintaining profitability
- Coordinating closely with production, sourcing, and quality teams to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to quality standards
- Monitoring daily production status and proactively resolving bottlenecks to meet shipment timelines
- Preparing and presenting daily/weekly MIS reports and executive summaries to factory leadership
- Managing fabric approvals, trims sourcing, and closing TNA (Time & Action Calendar) for smooth order execution
- Ensuring compliance with buyer requirements, including supporting factory audits and maintaining necessary standards
- Planning factory capacity in coordination with production heads and aligning order projections accordingly
- Handling risk management by anticipating delays/issues and implementing corrective actions in advance
- Ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction through consistent performance, transparency, and reliability
- Buyer Handling – ONLY, VEROMODA, GAP(REL), ALLEN SOLLY, VEN HEAUSEN, THE SOULED STORE, JACK AND JONES, VERO GIRLS, ZUDIO, BCI, MAMIYE BROTHERS, CABANA, OAK AND FORT
- Product Handling – Womens – Wovens and knit - TOP/DRESS/SHIRT/SKIRT/BOTTOM (HIGH FASHION LIKE – HOT FIXING/EMB/PLACEMENT PRINTS/HIGHLY CONSTRUCTED GARMENT WITH MULTIFABRIC )
- Men’s – Shirt and bottom
Senior PD Merchant
Richa & co , (Richa Group)-Gurgaon -India
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Collaborated closely with design teams to develop new seasonal trends based on mood boards and market research
- Sourced and developed new fabric qualities in line with buyer requirements and seasonal concepts
- Coordinated directly with buying houses for design discussions, sample development, and approvals
- Managed costing processes and maintained TNA (Time & Action Calendar) to ensure timely execution
- Monitored daily production status and followed up with factory teams to meet development and delivery timelines
- Prepared and shared daily executive summaries and updates with factory leadership
- Led price negotiations with buying houses to achieve competitive and profitable costing
- Presented multiple costing options to buyers to support decision-making and order finalization
- Handled fabric approvals and ensured timely closure of FIS (Final Inspection Sheet) for bulk booking
- Coordinated with buyers for trims development and provided multiple options for approvals (where non-nominated)
- Conducted Pre-Production Meetings (PPM) to align all stakeholders before bulk production
- Worked closely with factory heads for capacity planning and order projections
- Buyer Handled-A&F and Hollister (Mens Shirt, Trouser, dress)
Senior Merchandiser
Kwun tong apparels ltd , A group of Must Garment, AEPZ Narayanganj, Dhaka(BD)
04.2018 - 12.2020
- Managed end-to-end merchandising operations from development stage to final shipment
- Handled initial product development, including coordination with head office for new styles, sampling, and technical inputs
- Prepared and shared markers, thread consumption, and bill of materials (BOM) for all styles during development stages
- Coordinated order confirmation activities including PO review, fabric booking, dye lot management, and sampling initiation
- Worked closely with fabric and trims teams to ensure timely sourcing, approvals, and in-house availability
- Coordinated with sample team and pattern master for FIT, PP, GPT, and TOP sample approvals
- Monitored fabric and trims inventory with store teams to ensure uninterrupted production flow
- Collaborated with planning team to align production input and achieve PCD (Planned Cut Date) targets
- Conducted daily follow-ups with production teams for all running styles to ensure adherence to timelines
- Led Pre-Production Meetings (PPM) with buyer QA and internal teams to align on quality and production requirements
- Supervised inline inspections and ensured quality standards were maintained during production
- Prepared daily production and status reports for management review
- Ensured smooth line feeding by coordinating timely availability of sewing and finishing trims
- Managed carton planning, booking, and preparation of packing lists as per buyer requirements
- Prepared final QA documentation file including approved fit samples, trim cards, GPT, shade bands, and buyer approvals
- Coordinated with head office and buyers for all necessary approvals and documentation closure
- Finalized folding, packing methods, and ensured adherence to buyer guidelines
- Developed cutting, finishing, and reference boards to support production teams on the shop floor
- Buyer Handling-TCP/TARGET-Men’s Shirts, Shorts, Kids bottom and jeans/CATHERINE STORE/LANEBRAYNT/DRESSBARN/Walmart
Production Merchant
Orient clothing (Silver Star Fashion)-Gurgaon (India)
05.2013 - 02.2016
- Smooth Follow for the sample approval
- All the sample approval on/before input date (FIT/WASH/PP/FPT/GPT)
- Handover production file on time to Production team
- Follow up for all the approval from buyer
- Responsible for on time shade band approval from buyer
- Responsible for all the emb layout approval on time
- Responsible for all the trims approval on time from buying house
- Responsible for on time procurement for trims and fabric
- Responsible for on time fabric in-house
- Responsible for on time lab dip/strike off approval
- Making Order Recap for the team for easy follow up
- Keeping all approval in file
- Meeting with Buying House team for all the approval
- Preparing all the Purchase order for fabric and Trims
- Follow up with the supplier for on time delivery for fabric
- Buyer Handled-Ducati- (Men’s Tee, track pant & Sweat Shirt) ,Sea Salt (Ladies Bottom) , Jack wills, Chauss(Ladies Top)/
Education
Bachelor - textile Technology
The Technological Institute Of textile and sciences
Bhiwani, Haryana, India01-2013
Senior Secondary - undefined
Haryana Board of school Education
01-2008
Secondary examination - undefined
Haryana Board of school Education (Sainik High school)
01-2006
Skills
Friendly, positive attitude
Teamwork and collaboration
Computer skills
Customer service
Problem-solving
Team management
Flexible and adaptable
Calm under pressure
Supervision and leadership
Timeline
DMM /Vertical head
Tapio Creation Pvt Ltd
11.2022 - Current
Senior PD Merchant
Richa & co , (Richa Group)-Gurgaon -India
01.2021 - 11.2022
Senior Merchandiser
Kwun tong apparels ltd , A group of Must Garment, AEPZ Narayanganj, Dhaka(BD)
04.2018 - 12.2020
Production Merchant
Orient clothing (Silver Star Fashion)-Gurgaon (India)
05.2013 - 02.2016
Senior Secondary - undefined
Haryana Board of school Education
Secondary examination - undefined
Haryana Board of school Education (Sainik High school)
Bachelor - textile Technology
The Technological Institute Of textile and sciences
Achievements
3 time BRONZE medal Winner at National Level Hockey Championship., College Sports Secretary for year 2012-13.
Industrial Training
- Six weeks summer training at” Mandhana Industries, shirting division in weaving loom shed.
- 1 month training at Viranchi (in flock printing)
- 2 Month Training at TUV RHINLAND in testing lab
Declaration
I hereby declare that the above -mentioned information is true to best of my knowledge And I bear the responsibility for the correctness of the above- mentioned particulars. Place: Gurgaon Date: (SANDEEP KUMAR)