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Sarvanand Chaubey

Sarvanand Chaubey

Buyer, Sourcing Merchandiser , Category Manager
New Delhi

Summary

Retail professional with expertise in managing product categories, supplier relationships, and inventory control. Adept at analyzing market trends, developing strategic plans, and driving sales growth through effective merchandising and promotional strategies. Strong communication and negotiation skills to ensure optimal product assortment and competitive pricing. Possess solid foundation in procurement with knack for understanding market trends. Demonstrated strong negotiation skills and ability to build lasting supplier relationships. Excel in problem-solving and adapting to new challenges, ensuring efficient and cost-effective purchasing decisions. Committed to continuous improvement and delivering value within team-oriented environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Sourcing Head

Archies Limited
03.2025 - Current

• Continuously scout for new and reliable suppliers, both locally and internationally, to meet the diverse needs of the gifting industry.

  • Coordinated logistics activities, ensuring timely delivery of products from suppliers to distribution centers or customers directly.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches and timely delivery of goods.
  • Led contract negotiations to secure favorable terms and conditions, reducing overall expenses.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with key suppliers to ensure consistent quality and timely deliveries.
  • Stay informed about industry trends, emerging suppliers, and new products to keep the gifting offerings innovative.
  • Ability to analyze market trends and supplier costs to make informed decisions.

Sourcing Consultant

Deva Vayu( Incubr Tech)
03.2024 - 02.2025
  • Contract negotiation, Cost Analysis, Forecasting.
  • Problem Solving and Adaptability.
  • Supplier Management, Data Analysis.
  • Market Analysis, Supply Chain Management.
  • Category Strategy development.
  • Implemented strategic sourcing initiatives to reduce procurement costs and improve overall supply chain performance.
  • Negotiated favorable contract terms, achieving cost savings for the company while fostering long-term partnerships.

Category Manager

Wallmantra
08.2021 - 02.2024


• Led category strategy development, aligning with corporate

objectives to drive business growth.

• Analyzed market trends and consumer behavior to identify

opportunities for category expansion.

• Collaborated with marketing teams to develop promotional

campaigns, increasing category visibility and sales.

• Utilized data analytics to inform decision-making and improve

category performance metrics.

• Oversaw category-specific budget management, ensuring optimal

allocation of resources.

• Set budget and monitored expenses to run profitable department.
• Monitored competitors through multi-channel research strategies to

best capitalize on market gaps or anticipate changes in customer
interests.

• Negotiation
• Follow up from brand acquisition till products live

Sr. Merchandiser

Apollo International
05.2019 - 08.2021

• Handling independent account of Peter manning, Stitch fix, Hudson account

• Product Development And Planning
• Sampling And Approval
• Fabric and Trim Sourcing
• Costing And Pricing
• Buyer Relationship Management
• Pre-Production Meet and Shipping
• Inspection till Shipment
• Streamlined supply chain processes, reducing lead times and improving efficiency in merchandise replenishment.

Sr. Merchandiser

JAKS International
11.2015 - 05.2019

• Handling Independent account of Matalan, Rockman, Beme, Table 8 etc.

• Sourcing Fabric And Trims
• New development for buyer
• Costing and negotiation

• Sampling And Approval
• Time And Action Plan
• Follow-up on style and Deliveries
• PPM, Inspection Till Shipments

Asst. Merchandiser

Designer Abhi Singh
01.2015 - 11.2015

• Helping designer to set their new range
• Sourcing fabric and trims
• Dying and Printing
• Follow-up on client deliveries
• Fashion show garments
• Photoshoot etc

Education

Sr. Secondary School - Physics, Chemistry And Math

Town National Inter College
01-2011

Bachelor of Fashion Design -

Vinayaka Mission University
Tamilnadu
04.2014 - 01.2018

High School Diploma -

Town National Inter College
04.2001 -

Skills

    Category Strategy Development, Market Analysis, Supply Chain Management And Data Analysis

    Supplier Management, Negotiation and InfluencingProblem Solving And Adaptability

    Cost Analysis, Forecasting, Contract Negotiation, Time Management and Collaboration

    Garment Construction, Garment Detailing, Print Techniques, Sourcing and Procurement, Quality Control

    Skilled Generative AI

Certification

Design Automation, 10/01/2011

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 10/07/1994
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married

Affiliations

• Certification in Category Management and Planning
• Certificate in SEO workshop.
• Certificate in Generative AI

• Certificate in Excel Automation With AI.
• Certificate of best Costume Designer in AMIPHORIA(2011) Amity University.

• Certification In Jabong Fashion Week and Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week as Asst. Merchandiser with Designer Abhi Singh

• Achieved Best Costume Designer Award in ELIXIR 2014 In BANARAS HINDU UNIVERSITY.

Timeline

Sourcing Head

Archies Limited
03.2025 - Current

Sourcing Consultant

Deva Vayu( Incubr Tech)
03.2024 - 02.2025

Category Manager

Wallmantra
08.2021 - 02.2024

Sr. Merchandiser

Apollo International
05.2019 - 08.2021

Sr. Merchandiser

JAKS International
11.2015 - 05.2019

Asst. Merchandiser

Designer Abhi Singh
01.2015 - 11.2015

Bachelor of Fashion Design -

Vinayaka Mission University
04.2014 - 01.2018

High School Diploma -

Town National Inter College
04.2001 -

Sr. Secondary School - Physics, Chemistry And Math

Town National Inter College
Sarvanand ChaubeyBuyer, Sourcing Merchandiser , Category Manager