Sanjesh Krishnan
ASSISTANT MERCHANDISING MANAGER
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced Merchandiser with over 10+ years of expertise in managing complex merchandising activities in the apparel/retail/export industry. With strong leadership abilities, I have successfully led teams to meet development as well as production timelines and ensure seamless communication between stakeholders. My background includes extensive experience in sourcing, procurement, product costing and managing relationships with suppliers and clients to deliver quality results on time. My work has directly contributed to substantial sales growth and has been recognized for its ingenuity and impact.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages
Work History
Assistant Manager-Marketing and Merchandising
Shahi Exports Pvt Ltd
02.2020 - Current
- Product Development – Once the product sample request received analysing the production feasibility, quality and the testing parameters of the product according to the end use
- Represents for presentation and costing meetings, Displays & Shares our collections to obtain orders for the coming season
- Take full responsibility for developing suppliers to meet customer and product specifications
- Experience in maintaining weekly trackers to check if the sample deadlines are met and also to evaluate the season wise performance with the brand heads
- Salesman Sample (SMS) – Handled from receiving orders from brand, placing raw material orders with suppliers till the garment shipment. Maintaining the TNA to meet the deadlines.
- Analyze product costs and identify opportunities for cost optimization
- Oversee timely deliveries, sample processes, pricing, fashion trends, speed, quality
Senior Merchandiser
Pinninu Advance Garments Pvt Ltd
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Take lead in managing all the merchandising activities such as sampling, costing, material order placement, production timeline management, Tech Pack management, etc and take all necessary approvals from the customer.
- Prepare the procurement sheet. Work with procurement department in placing the orders and in-warding the raw materials.
Production Merchandiser
ATRACO INDUSTRIAL ENTERPRISES
08.2017 - 10.2018
- Season wise Order projection and capacity allocation to buyers. and guide them in block necessary capacity
- Order Confirmation based upon TNA and to confirm Delivery date acceptance.
- Merchandiser for Brands like ( JC PENNEY, WOLVERINE, GYMBOREE ).
- Handling Buyer communication from order till shipment.
- Follow up by Coordinating with planning and production team to complete order on time.
Production Merchandiser/ Sourcing Executive
CIGFIL APPAREL PVT.LTD
04.2016 - 07.2017
- Garment sourcing for Retail brands like ( WILLS CLASSICS,JOHN PLAYERS,NEWTONWORK,NETPLAY) based on product price and quality standard required by the buyer.
- Trims ordering based on the final buy plan received and followup till it inhouse for smooth flow to production outcomes
- Price Negotiation with Various Suppliers , research and tally prices based on different sources.
- Evaluation of the Performance of the Supplier
- To Daily follow with supplier and to maintain timely delivery of goods at the warehouse and to keep track of inventory stock reports regularly.
- Payment terms on basis on agreement and to ensure pay timely without delay.
Junior Merchandiser
GO GO INTERNATIONAL PVT LTD
10.2014 - 04.2016
- Junior Merchandiser for brands ( UCB, ANTI GRAVITY, M & S )
- Getting Approval for Fit sample , Size set , TOP samples and Pre-production .
- Arranging PP meeting , Inline inspection and packing approvals.
- BOM preparation and sourcing trims based on bulk requirement.
Education
B.TECH - Textile Technology
SSM College of Engineering
Komarapalayam01.2014
SSLC & HSC - undefined
Evangeline Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Karunya Nagar, Coimbatore01.2010
Skills
- Strong project management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Technical knowledge of garment manufacturing
- Cost management and negotiation skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Interests
Traveling, Reading Books, Gardening
Disclaimer
Date:2025-03-03
Timeline
Assistant Manager-Marketing and Merchandising
Shahi Exports Pvt Ltd
02.2020 - Current
Senior Merchandiser
Pinninu Advance Garments Pvt Ltd
03.2019 - 02.2020
Production Merchandiser
ATRACO INDUSTRIAL ENTERPRISES
08.2017 - 10.2018
Production Merchandiser/ Sourcing Executive
CIGFIL APPAREL PVT.LTD
04.2016 - 07.2017
Junior Merchandiser
GO GO INTERNATIONAL PVT LTD
10.2014 - 04.2016
SSLC & HSC - undefined
Evangeline Matriculation Higher Secondary School
B.TECH - Textile Technology
SSM College of Engineering