Dammika Wijesekara
Mirpur,Bangladesh
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished Director of Merchandising with a remarkable 30+ years of expertise in the apparel industry. Proven success in strategic planning, team leadership, and fostering profitable business relationships. Adept at overseeing diverse facets of merchandising operations, from negotiating orders with corporate buying houses to ensuring on-time delivery and quality standards. Exceptional ability to implement systems improvements and drive business development initiatives. Seeking a challenging leadership position to apply extensive experience and contribute to organizational success.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Merchandising
Triple Seven Apparels Ltd
Mirpur, Dhaka, Bangladesh
08.2019 - Current
- Strategically plan, execute, and evaluate ongoing systems improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Cultivate and sustain robust, professional relationships with corporate Buyer's Office in Bangladesh, ensuring to negotiate orders skillfully demonstrating understanding of market dynamics and fostering mutually beneficial agreements.
- Diligently address and resolve complaints, employing strong analytical and problem-solving skills to investigate issues and implement effective solutions.
- Monitor and assess the performance of shipment schedules, implementing proactive measures to mitigate potential delays and uphold delivery commitments.
- Provide effective leadership to the Merchandising team, overseeing the entire material ordering and receiving process, and generating comprehensive reports to support data-driven decision-making.
- Scrutinize fabric and trims arrival dates meticulously, ensuring a streamlined and error-free process for smooth and timely shipments.
- Develop and maintain detailed follow-up charts for production, tracking progress to guarantee on-time delivery and adherence to project timelines.
- Ensuring close attention and careful supervision over the sample development process, monitoring each stage from conception to shipment to guarantee the highest quality and compliance with client specifications.
- Conduct targeted training sessions for merchandisers and sample room staff, imparting essential skills and knowledge to meet and exceed customer requirements.
- Formulate and execute comprehensive action plans, implementing strategies to enhance production, productivity, and quality standards, aligning with customer expectations.
- Collaborate closely with top management, providing regular updates and coordinating on any additional requirements to optimize overall operational efficiency and achieve organizational goals.
Operation Manager
Germton Industrial Company Limited
Da Nang, Vietnam
09.2018 - 08.2019
Director of Merchandising
Triple Seven Apparels Ltd
Mirpur, Dhaka, Bangladesh
08.2016 - 09.2018
Branch Manager
Global Capital International Trading Limited
10.2014 - 07.2016
Merchandising Manager
Razuki Apparel (Pvt) Ltd
Sri Lanka, Colombo
10.2005 - 01.2010
Country Manager
Leader One Limited
Sri Lanka, Colombo
06.2001 - 07.2005
Merchandising Manager
Everstrong Garments Hong Kong Pvt Ltd
Sri Lanka, Colombo
10.1993 - 03.2001
Senior Merchandiser / Assistant Q. A. Manager
Triam Manufacturing Co, Ltd
Sri Lanka, Colombo
02.1989 - 09.1993
Merchandiser / Q. C. Supervisor
Suzuki Garments (Pvt) Ltd
Sri Lanka, Colombo
09.1987 - 01.1989
Skills
- Customer experience
- Data-driven decision-making
- Documentation And Reporting
- Process Improvement
- Pricing Updates
- Project development
- Project Management
- Financial Administration
Personal Information
- Passport Number: N6869808
- Date of Birth: 04/19/67
- Nationality: Sri Lankan
- Marital Status: Married
References
Mr. Faruk Ahmed, DIRECTOR, TRIPLE SEVEN APPARELS LTD, Sujat Plaza, 2 Sujat Nagor, Pallabi, Mirpur, Dhaka, Bangladesh, +880 1990 407003, faruk@arunima-group.net
Certification
Certificate for project management excellence
Timeline
Director of Merchandising
Triple Seven Apparels Ltd
08.2019 - Current
Operation Manager
Germton Industrial Company Limited
09.2018 - 08.2019
Director of Merchandising
Triple Seven Apparels Ltd
08.2016 - 09.2018
Branch Manager
Global Capital International Trading Limited
10.2014 - 07.2016
Merchandising Manager
Razuki Apparel (Pvt) Ltd
10.2005 - 01.2010
Country Manager
Leader One Limited
06.2001 - 07.2005
Merchandising Manager
Everstrong Garments Hong Kong Pvt Ltd
10.1993 - 03.2001
Senior Merchandiser / Assistant Q. A. Manager
Triam Manufacturing Co, Ltd
02.1989 - 09.1993
Merchandiser / Q. C. Supervisor
Suzuki Garments (Pvt) Ltd
09.1987 - 01.1989
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