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SHIVAN LEEKHA
BUSINESS HEAD-GARMENT EXPORTS
Gurgaon
Summary
- A seasoned professional with over two decades of leadership experience
- In manufacturing, exports, production management, and business operations. Demonstrated expertise as a Managing Director, Unit Head, and Factory Manager handling technical and commercial functions across large-scale units.
- Exceptionally strong in business development, production & operations, supply chain, quality systems, cost optimization, and workforce management Adept in transforming units, scaling operations, and driving profitability with structured systems and strategic leadership.
- A turnaround specialist with proven capability to manage multi-million–dollar businesses, large teams, international clients, and complex operational transitions.
- Currently seeking leadership opportunities to leverage extensive experience in Manufacturing excellence, business growth, and operational transformation..
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Factory Manager – Production
HIMANSHU APPARELS PVT. LTD.
Gurgaon(HR.), HARYANA
04.2025 - Current
(1) Leading production operations and factory performance for Himanshu Apparels.
- (2) Managing end-to-end production planning, quality compliance, manpower, and process discipline.
- (3) Ensuring seamless execution of production targets, timely delivery, and operational efficiency.
- (4) Coordinating with management on daily output, production issues, cost control, and process improvements.
- (5) Maintaining production documentation, compliance, and adherence to company standards.
- (6) Responsible for departmental supervision, staff coordination, and meeting KPIs.
Head of Marketing and Business Unit Development
GRATITUDE EXPORTS
Noida, UTTAR PRADESH
02.2022 - 04.2024
- (1) Spearheaded operations of 200 employees-managing end-to-end functioning from procurement to order execution.
- (2) Handled merchandising, production, fabric sourcing, order booking, buyer coordination, and shipment management.
- (3) Set up a new production unit with 150 machines over 18,000 sq. ft., achieving-₹14 crore turnover in Year 1- and delivering 60,000 pieces monthly.
- Drove sales & marketing strategies, market analysis, and client handling.
- Expertise in warehousing, logistics, distribution, freight forwarding, and inventory management.
Owner / Managing Director
RAMMS INTERNATIONAL
Gurgaon(HR.)
01.2007 - 11.2021
. Drove business with 600 employees in 7 production unit managing sourcing, production, merchandising, and marketing.
- Scaled turnover from ₹30 lakhs in 2007 to ₹3 million USD by 2019
- Established a factory with 250 external machines, later expanded to 450 in-house machines
- Managed exports of 1.2 lakh pieces per month
- Worked with major international buyers including:
- TEDDY (Italy), PEACOCKS (UK), PEP & CO (UK), ASOS (UK), RIVER ISLAND (UK), PEPCO (Poland & South Africa), APPAREL HOUSE (UAE), Westside, Numero Uno, Biba & more.
- Successfully completed 1,00,000 tote bags Shipment for Li & Fung With third-party inspection in 45 days turnaround time post COVID.
- Managed financial analysis, business expansion, planning, and cost optimization.
- Trained and developed workforce across departments, enabling high performance.
- Led global business travel for client meetings and business development.
Assistant Production Manager
LEESONS INTERNATIONAL
Naraina,New Delhi
08.2003 - 12.2007
- Handled production for 500 machines,ensuring quality standards.
- Coordinated with international clients like UPIM/IPER (Italy), C&A (Belgium), and Keren Hart (USA).
- Gained expertise in merchandising and fabric knowledge.
Education
BBA - Management
IILM
Lodhi Road,New Delhi01.2003
High School Diploma -
SPRINGDALES PUBLIC SCHOOL
01.2000
Skills
Production & Operations Excellence
Strategic Business Development
Supply Chain & Procurement
Export Documentation & International Business
Cost Control, Pricing & Budgeting
Leadership & People Management
Client & Vendor Relationship Management
Quality Assurance & Compliance
Documentation & MIS Reporting
Negotiation & Crisis Management
COURSES & WORKSHOPS
- Pattern-Making Course (2016)
- Fashion Designing Courses
- Rahul Jain Workshop – Business Management & Profit Maximization
BUSINESS IMPACTING RESULTS
- #Himanshu Apparels
- Handling 300+ machines shipping 125000 pcs every month for the last 8 continuous months..
- #Gratitude Exports
- Commissioned a new unit with150 machines, achieving ₹14 crore turnover In the 1st year itself.
- #Ramms International
- Increased turnover from
- ₹30 lakhs to ₹27+ crore equivalent (USD 3M)
- Successfully met export commitments of 1,25,000-1,40,000 pcs monthly.
- #Leesons International
- Managed production for 500 machines With quality control.
PERSONAL DOSSIER
- Date of Birth:
- 1982-08-03
- Nationality:
- Indian
Career Trajectory
- Leesons International (2003)
- →
- Ramms International (2007–2021)
- Gratitude Exports (2022–2025)
- Himanshu Apparels (2025–Present)
Interests
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Factory Manager – Production
HIMANSHU APPARELS PVT. LTD.
04.2025 - Current
Head of Marketing and Business Unit Development
GRATITUDE EXPORTS
02.2022 - 04.2024
Owner / Managing Director
RAMMS INTERNATIONAL
01.2007 - 11.2021
Assistant Production Manager
LEESONS INTERNATIONAL
08.2003 - 12.2007
BBA - Management
IILM
High School Diploma -
SPRINGDALES PUBLIC SCHOOL