Vishal Singh
Surat
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented senior professional with over 14 years of experience in marketing, merchandising, & manufacturing operations within the apparel industry. Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, vendor development, costing, and end-to-end supply chain management through collaboration with domestic and international brands. A strong track record of optimizing operational efficiency, leading cross-functional teams, and successfully launching collections across women's wear, ethnic wear, and kidswear highlights a commitment to driving business growth and innovation. Passionate about leveraging industry knowledge to enhance brand presence and deliver exceptional product offerings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager – Marketing, Merchandising & Manufacturing Operations
Dropadi Apparels Pvt. Ltd.
01.2014 - Current
- Lead marketing and merchandising functions for multiple domestic apparel brands, including Max Lifestyle, Reliance, and Aditya Birla.
- Oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensuring timely production, quality compliance, and cost efficiency.
- Develop seasonal product lines and ensure alignment with brand trends and consumer demands.
- Manage vendor relations, negotiate pricing, and optimize raw material sourcing.
- Implement operational improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced wastage.
- Mentor and lead teams across production, merchandising, and quality departments.
Deputy Manager – Sourcing & Quality
Ascent Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd.
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Managed accounts of Reliance, Max, Kesko, Antilla.
- Handled Style Analysis, vendor identification, Vendor costing, and order execution with complete technical and quality inputs.
- Acted as single point of contact for buyers, vendors, and production teams.
- Spearheaded vendor development initiatives for multiple accounts.
Assistant Manager – Merchandising & Production
Shahi Exports Pvt. Ltd.
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Managed buyer Target and its brand (Mossimo, Webster, Miami, and Kirna Zabete) accounts.
- Handled quality and production (finishing) for HnM, JC Penny, GAP, AnF etc.
- Oversaw style analysis, production planning, and order execution.
- Negotiated and coordinated with customers and buyers throughout the production process.
Education
Bachelor of Fashion Technology (B.F.Tech) -
NIFT Gandhinagar
01.2011
Higher Secondary - undefined
Rizvi College
01.2005
Senior Secondary - undefined
Anudutt Vidyalaya
01.2003
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Market analysis
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Operations management
- Troubleshooting and problem resolution
- Team building
- Employee development
- Organizational development
Additional Information
- Established a garment manufacturing facility, achieving ROI within two years of operation - Dropadi Apparels, Surat
- Developed and institutionalized SOPs for improved production efficiency - Silversparks Apparels ( A Raymonds Unit), Bangalore
- Orchestrated the creation of a 100+ member finishing strength without hiring, from sleeper workers - Shahi Exports, Faridabad
- Authored a wrinkle-free shirt quality guideline for Vardhman Nissinbho Garments Pvt. Ltd., Ludhiana
LANGUAGES
English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Marathi
Intermediate (B1)
Gujarati
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Senior Manager – Marketing, Merchandising & Manufacturing Operations
Dropadi Apparels Pvt. Ltd.
01.2014 - Current
Deputy Manager – Sourcing & Quality
Ascent Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd.
01.2012 - 01.2014
Assistant Manager – Merchandising & Production
Shahi Exports Pvt. Ltd.
01.2011 - 01.2012
Higher Secondary - undefined
Rizvi College
Senior Secondary - undefined
Anudutt Vidyalaya
Bachelor of Fashion Technology (B.F.Tech) -
NIFT Gandhinagar
Technical Skills
- Design Softwares
- AutoCad Patternmaking
- Office Suite
- AI Tools
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Apparel Marketing & Merchandising
- End-to-End Manufacturing Operations
- Product Development & Costing
- Vendor Development & Sourcing
- Quality Control & Assurance
- Production Planning & Execution
- Team Leadership & Training
- Client Relationship Management
- Process Optimization & Efficiency Enhancement
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