Ramkumar Manoharan Email & Phone Number

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

- Managing Men's Tees: Currently responsible for all aspects of the Men's Tees category, including costing, supplier management, and vendor visits to ensure quality and efficiency.- Conducting Market Research: Continuously performing thorough market surveys and trend analysis to identify emerging fashion trends and consumer preferences.- Optimizing OTB: Currently utilizing OTB to manage inventory levels and align purchasing strategies with sales forecasts and seasonal demands.- Ensuring On-Time Delivery: Coordinating with suppliers and logistics teams to streamline production schedules and address potential delays.- Directing Seasonal Developments: Leading the development and execution of seasonal collections, collaborating with design, production, and marketing teams.- Reducing Costs: Currently achieving a 12% reduction in costs for Men's Tees by implementing effective negotiation strategies and strengthening supplier partnerships.- Increasing On-Time Delivery: Continuously improving on-time delivery rates by 15% through enhanced coordination with vendors and streamlining logistics processes.- Enhancing Product Selection: Successfully identifying emerging trends through market surveys and trend analysis, leading to an improved product assortment.- Streamlining Sourcing Processes: Implementing efficient sourcing strategies to reduce lead times and costs.

United Arab Emirates

- Led cross-functional teams in India and the UAE to develop and execute seasonal collections, ensuring alignment with market trends and brand aesthetics.- Managed the end-to-end product lifecycle, optimizing cost-efficiency, inventory turnover, and supply chain management to meet regional market demands.- Negotiated strategically with suppliers and vendors to secure favorable terms, resulting in consistent cost savings while maintaining product quality across different markets.- Analyzed market research data to identify emerging trends and consumer preferences, facilitating data-driven assortment planning and buying strategy development.- Maintained strong vendor relationships through regular communication and visits, improving supplier performance and ensuring compliance with quality standards.- Handled the e-commerce and sourcing teams in India, implementing effective strategies to enhance product selection and online sales performance.- Collaborated with design, production, and marketing teams to synchronize product development, launch new lines, and drive sales.- Prepared and processed purchase orders, ensuring timely product delivery and minimizing supply chain disruptions.- Utilized data analysis skills to generate reports and presentations, providing actionable insights for the buying team and enhancing decision-making.- Developed strong relationships with overseas suppliers, coordinating production timelines to ensure on-time delivery of products.

Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu, India

• Lead a team of merchandisers in collaborating with clients and suppliers to execute end-to-end product development and delivery, ensuring adherence to quality, timeline, and budget requirements.• Managed product development and sourcing processes, coordinating with suppliers and factories to ensure timely delivery of quality products.• Conducted regular factory visits and quality inspections to ensure compliance with established standards and specifications.• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing timely updates, addressing inquiries, and resolving any issues to maintain strong client relationships.• Negotiate with suppliers and factories to secure competitive pricing, optimize production lead times, and minimize production costs while maintaining quality standards.• Contributed to the implementation of improved sourcing strategies that resulted in a 10% reduction in lead times.• Implement robust supply chain strategies, effectively reducing lead times by 15% and improving on-time delivery rates by 10%.• Mentor and develop junior merchandisers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team.

Coimbatore Area, India

• Collaborated with designers to translate concepts into feasible product designs, considering materials, construction, and cost implications.• Managed product sampling and prototyping processes, ensuring accurate representation of final products.• Conducted fit sessions and communicated adjustments to suppliers, contributing to improved product fit and quality.• Assisted in selecting materials, trims, and finishes to ensure high-quality products that aligned with brand standards.• Coordinated with production teams to monitor and address production challenges, ensuring on-time delivery of products.• Assisted in negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers, achieving cost savings of 8% without compromising product quality.• Conducted regular market research to identify emerging trends and gather insights to guide product development decisions.• Utilized Adobe Illustrator to create detailed tech packs, assisting in clear communication with production teams.• Coordinated closely with production teams to monitor manufacturing timelines and address potential bottlenecks, ensuring timely delivery.