Jeyaprakash Nataraj
Tirupur
Summary
Dynamic young professional with strong organizational skills and a proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams. Seeking to leverage acquired industry knowledge to contribute significantly as a valuable asset within an innovative organization. Notable competencies include project management, effective communication, and problem-solving.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Marketing & Merchandising
Swahili Knits Ltd
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
02.2024 - Current
- Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to achieve business objectives and revenue targets.
- Lead, mentor, and manage the sales team to ensure high performance and professional growth
- Follow up with customers to understand their demands, ensuring their needs are met promptly and effectively.
- Monitor all channels of communication from clients and convey relevant information between production and demand
- Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitors to identify new business opportunities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, distributors, and partners
- Oversee the entire order lifecycle from design and sampling to production and delivery.
- Act as the primary liaison between customers, production teams, and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery.
- Collaborate with production teams to meet quality standards and resolve any operational challenges.
- Manage product costing, pricing negotiations, and order confirmations with buyers.
- Maintain detailed records of production schedules, shipment timelines, and client communications.
- Address and resolve customer concerns related to product quality, delivery, or specifications.
Team Leader -Buyer
The Indian Garage co
Bangalore, India
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Product Development & Costing: Conducting a detailed analysis of product costs and development.
- Brand & Trend Analysis: Researching market trends and aligning products with brand positioning.
- Vendor Sourcing & Allocation: Identifying suitable vendors and allocating products accordingly.
- Design & Risk Analysis: Coordinating with the design team to assess risks and conduct technical discussions.
- Quality Risk Analysis: Collaborating with the quality team for risk evaluation.
- Product Approval: Working with the design team for design and product approvals.
- Review & TNA Meetings: Conducting weekly review meetings and TNA (Time & Action) meetings with vendors.
Asst Manager -Merchandising
Shahi Exports Pvt Ltd
Bnagalore, India
03.2019 - 01.2022
- Product Development & Costing: Conducting a detailed analysis of product costs and development.
- TNA (Time & Action) Planning: Creating and managing timelines to ensure smooth execution.
- Brand Requirement Fulfillment: Understanding and aligning with brand expectations.
- Communication: Coordinating effectively with buyers and internal teams.
- Bulk Order Execution & Production Planning: Overseeing bulk order processes and ensuring proper production planning and control.
- Fabric & Trim Sourcing: Monitoring fabric sourcing and trim purchasing.
- Pre-Production Meetings (PPM): Coordinating with factories to ensure seamless production.
Senior Merchandiser
Grand Step Hk Ltd
Donnguan Noncheng, China
05.2017 - 01.2019
- Coordination with the Design Team: Working closely with the internal design team and approaching new customers.
- Fabric Sourcing: Managing fabric sourcing for garment development.
- Product Costing & Order Confirmation: Conducting cost exercises with buyers and finalizing orders.
- Vendor Sourcing & Negotiation: Identifying garment manufacturing vendors and negotiating costs.
- Communication: Liaising with both customers and vendors for smooth operations.
- Production Tracking & Delivery: Monitoring production progress with vendors and ensuring timely delivery to customers.
- Payment Follow-ups: Coordinating with customers for payment processing.
Merchandiser
Warsaw International Pvt Ltd
Tirupur, India
04.2015 - 04.2017
- Raw Material Development & Procurement: Managing sourcing and procurement of raw materials.
- TNA & Timely Delivery: Creating the Time & Action (TNA) plan and coordinating with the unit head to ensure on-time delivery.
- Pre-Production Meetings (PPM): Organizing PPMs to streamline production planning.
- Quality Inspections: Arranging inspections by QA teams for respective buyers or buying agencies.
- Production Coordination: Overseeing the entire production process, from raw material in-house to shipment.
- Process Management: Ensuring a smooth and efficient production workflow.
Education
B.Tech Fashion Technology -
Kumaraguru College of Technology
Coimbatore , India 04-2015
Diploma In Textile Technology -
EIT Polytechnic College
Kavindapadi , India04-2011
High School Diploma -
Veveaham Higher Secondary School
Dharapuram ,India04-2007
Skills
- Product development
- Cost analysis
- Order management
- Vendor negotiation
- Knitting
- Dyeing
- Printing
Languages
Tamil
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
kannada
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
French
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Head of Marketing & Merchandising
Swahili Knits Ltd
02.2024 - Current
Team Leader -Buyer
The Indian Garage co
01.2022 - 01.2024
Asst Manager -Merchandising
Shahi Exports Pvt Ltd
03.2019 - 01.2022
Senior Merchandiser
Grand Step Hk Ltd
05.2017 - 01.2019
Merchandiser
Warsaw International Pvt Ltd
04.2015 - 04.2017
B.Tech Fashion Technology -
Kumaraguru College of Technology
Diploma In Textile Technology -
EIT Polytechnic College
High School Diploma -
Veveaham Higher Secondary School
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