Geethaalageshwari Ganesan

Merchandiser

Jay Jay Mills India Pvt Ltd

07.2019 - 01.2022

Collaborated closely with USA buyers and vendors from India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Ethiopia facilitating seamless communication and negotiation processes to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality garment products
Acted as a liaison between product development teams and factories, translating design concepts and specifications into actionable production plans to meet quality standards and delivery timelines
Proficient in utilizing Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to streamline product development processes, track project milestones, manage inventory, and ensure effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams
Ensured timely delivery by tracking and managing activities according to the Timeline and Action Plan (TNA)
Generated Purchase Orders (PO) and Bill of Materials (BOM) via ATOM system for sourcing fabric and accessories from approved suppliers
Experienced in utilizing Microsoft Office 365 suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, to create reports, analyze data, prepare presentations, and communicate project updates effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Skilled in leveraging Adobe Illustrator to create detailed technical sketches, digital renderings, and garment specifications, facilitating clear communication of design concepts and aiding in the development of sample prototypes and production patterns
Possess comprehensive understanding of yarn skins, lab dips, lot cutting, and accessories
Coordinated lab dips and printing strike-offs for buyer approval
Submitted Fit, Development, PP, TOP samples, and CTL testing samples to the buyer for approval prior to production and shipment commencement
Familiar with fabric and finished garment testing procedures and costing methodologies
Managed color log entries for buyer approvals, lot cutting approvals, rejections, and resubmissions using Excel charts
Skilled in fabric and print color analysis, including color correction techniques
Familiar with fabric, finished garment construction and its testing procedures
Handled sample shipments to customers, including preparation of commercial invoices and exit documents
Experienced in creating bulk purchase orders and ensuring timely receipt of goods in-house for production, ensuring on-time delivery of shipments
Conducted risk analysis and pre-production meetings with factory prior to production initiation
Utilized assertiveness and diplomacy in negotiations to overcome potential barriers and facilitate productive dialogue, fostering mutually beneficial partnerships that support on-time delivery and quality assurance
Possess in-depth knowledge of various fabric types, including natural fibers (such as cotton, wool, silk) and synthetic fibers (such as polyester, nylon, rayon), as well as blended fabrics, enabling informed decision-making in fabric selection and procurement processes.