I'm Pragna, Apparel Merchandiser, with 12 years of experience in the Apparel Manufacturing Business with strong skills in Product Development, Order Fulfillment, Fabric Sourcing, Vendor Coordination, Cost and Lead Time Negotiations, Quality Control, and Supply Chain Management. I have completed major industry projects such as“Enhancing Procurement and Accessory Management” which involved optimizing the procurement and management of accessories (buttons, elastic, tags, etc.) for sales samples, ensuring timely availability and cost-efficiency, and “Quality Control Enhancement and Defect Reduction” which included implementing rigorous quality control measures to maintain the highest product standards and reduce defects as requested by a French brand. In my most recent role at Prestige Apparels, I oversaw all aspects of production for woven men's, women's, and children's apparel including sourcing high-quality materials, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring strict adherence to quality control standards. I successfully managed the production of 100,000 pieces per month for leading vendors across the Middle East and Europe, ensuring efficient operations and timely delivery of orders, monitored incoming orders and played a key role in driving revenue growth, contributing to a remarkable 15% increase in sales over a span of 12 months. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀:𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Proficient in leading and managing the product development process from conceptualization to market launch including designing, prototyping, sampling, and production planning𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Strong skills in effectively coordinating and managing relationships with suppliers and vendors ensuring smooth communication, timely delivery of materials, and resolving any issues that may arise.𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Experience in end-to-end order fulfillment for renowned retailers such as H&M, BMA International, Landmark Group, Okaidi, Jackwills, Terre De Marins, and J Crew delivering orders of over 100,000 pieces per month consistently 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Experience in cost and lead time negotiations through supplier diversification reducing overall procurement costs of raw materials and ensuring timely delivery of orders.𝗙𝗮𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴: Proficient in sourcing and selecting fabrics that meet client requirements in terms of quality, cost, and design specifications.I also hold a Diploma in Fashion and Design from JD Institute of Fashion Technology