Timiransu Bikash Das
Merchandising Manger
Gurgaon
Summary
Experienced apparel professional with 18+ years in global sourcing, vendor partnerships, cost negotiation, and production management. Skilled in coordinating end‑to‑end operations from design development to shipment for leading international brands including Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, True Religion, Hudson, Ellesse, Napapijri, Berkley Jensen, Volcom, BCI and Belk. Known for building reliable supplier networks across India and Bangladesh, optimizing costs, and ensuring timely, quality‑driven deliveries that meet global standards.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandising Manager
Geniemode Global Pvt. Ltd.
10.2021 - Current
- Buyers: True Religion, Tommy Hilfiger, Berkley Jensen, The Levi Group, Volcom
- Lead merchandising and production operations from sampling to shipment
- Coordinated with vendors across India and Bangladesh to ensure timely sampling, approvals, and bulk production.
- Conducted price negotiations and achieved annual cost savings of 10–12%.
- Led onboarding of new vendors and improved supplier performance through audits and training.
- Manage buyer approvals for fabric, trims, lab dips, and gold seals
- Coordinate with QA for inspections and ensure timely delivery
- Develop innovative samples aligned with buyer expectations and market trends
- Monitor yarn, fabric, and accessories booking; oversee knitting, dyeing, and production
- Conduct weekly meetings with production planning and QA teams
Assistant Merchandising Manager
Knitcraft Apparels International Pvt. Ltd.
05.2017 - 09.2021
- Buyers: Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Hudson, Ellesse, Group Go Sports
- Handled costing, sampling, and production execution
- Managed end-to-end merchandising activities including costing, sampling, and production tracking
- Corresponded with international buyers and buying houses
- Led development of fabrics, trims, accessories, and samples with a focus on quality and innovation
- Built TNA and critical path plans for each style to ensure timely execution
- Updated orders, shipment records, and buyer communication files
- Supervised junior merchandisers to meet production goals.
Senior Merchandiser
Pearl Global Industries limited
05.2014 - 04.2017
- Buyer: Belk
- Corresponded directly with buyers and local buying houses
- Prepared accurate costings and negotiated pricing
- Developed customized fabrics, trims, samples, and accessories
- Managed end-to-end merchandising activities including costing, sampling, and production tracking
Senior Merchandiser
Matrix Clothing Pvt. Ltd.
02.2011 - 04.2014
- Buyer: Napapijri
- Corresponded directly with buyers and local buying houses
- Prepared accurate costings and negotiated pricing
- Developed customized fabrics, trims, samples, and accessories
- Managed ERP system for efficient order tracking and production
- Ensured smooth execution of sampling and production within lead time constraints
- Coordinated with sampling and production departments
- Monitored Time & Action calendar and ensured timely follow-ups
Merchandiser
Raymond Ltd.
04.2008 - 01.2011
- Supported senior merchant in production coordination
- Managed trims ordering, sample development, and vendor visits
- Coordinated with sampling and production departments
Education
B.Sc. - Fashion Designing
Mangalore University
04-2008
Skills
Buyer Communication & Relationship Management
Vendor Development & Negotiation
Garment Costing & Negotiation
Sampling & Product Development
Order Execution & T&A Management
Personal Details
Date of Birth: 7th May 1980
Declaration
I hereby declare that the information provided above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Signature: Timiransu Bikash Das Place: Gurgaon
Timeline
Merchandising Manager
Geniemode Global Pvt. Ltd.
10.2021 - Current
Assistant Merchandising Manager
Knitcraft Apparels International Pvt. Ltd.
05.2017 - 09.2021
Senior Merchandiser
Pearl Global Industries limited
05.2014 - 04.2017
Senior Merchandiser
Matrix Clothing Pvt. Ltd.
02.2011 - 04.2014
Merchandiser
Raymond Ltd.
04.2008 - 01.2011
B.Sc. - Fashion Designing
Mangalore University