Hiruni Uduwaka Acharige
Atlantic City,NJ
Summary
With over 04 years of experience in the apparel industry, I am a seasoned marketing professional who has consistently demonstrated the ability to drive brand success & revenue growth through strategic marketing initiatives. My extensive experience in the apparel industry, coupled with a proven track record of delivering results, positions me as an asset in the development & execution of marketing strategies for brand growth & success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Executive
Antler Fabric Printers Pvt Ltd
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Convincing buyers in a highly competitive environment and at the same time keeping a monthly target
- Costing the product for a better and more competitive environment
- Buyer visits/ customer visits
- Guiding Sample Development Process, while coordinating and meeting customer's product acceptance criteria and working on commercializing new developments
- Following up on the Customer Calendar to get development to delivery on time, meanwhile negotiating prices, technical aspects, and feasibility
- Effectively and timely communicate with internal and external parties to meet deadlines
- Built a very professional and friendly relationship with all parties involved in the business
- Provides in-depth information to interested clients, and acts as a representative for the company in important client meetings
- Works within the department budget to develop cost-effective marketing plans for each product & customer
- Participating in Customer Meetings to Introduce innovations & Concepts
Merchandiser
Richcolour Export (Pvt) Ltd
02.2019 - 06.2022
- Conduct market research to identify trends, customer preferences, and competition in the apparel industry
- Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote the company's apparel products
- Plan and execute product launches and promotional campaigns to boost sales
- Collaborate with the sales team to provide marketing materials and support for sales initiatives
- Assist the Marketing manager with developments and marketing plans
- Coordinate with customers and assist the internal team
- Pricing on all developments
- Follow up on all the sample approvals
- Closely monitor all developments and bulk production concerns
- Production and delivery follow-up
- Enhancing brand recognition and market positioning to gain a competitive advantage
- Ensuring the sales team is well-equipped and meets their targets, as business development and marketing often support sales efforts
Education
High School Diploma -
High School in US (Equivalent)
United States10.2024
High Diploma - Business and Management
Cardiff Metropolitan University
SRI LANKA12.2023
Advanced Level - General Certificate of Education
Anula Vidyalaya Nugegoda
SRI LANKA12.2017
Certificate Course - English Language
Institute Of Human Resource Advancement
11.2015
Ordinary Level - General Certificate of Education
Lindsay Girl's School
12.2014
English Course -
Institute Of English Maharagama
01.2005
Skills
- Strategic planning and execution
- Brand development and management
- Product and pricing strategy
- Team leadership and management
- Budgeting and resource allocation
- Customer relationship management
- Competitive analysis
- Data analytics and reporting
- Event planning and management
- Influencer marketing
Activities And Athletic
- Member of Science Society in Lindsay Girl's School and Anula Vidyalaya Nugegoda.
- Member of Children's Book Society - UNESCO Project and successfully completed course in 2005.
- Eureka International 2005 participated Denuma Children's Art Circle and successfully completed international programme in Lucknow.
- Institute of English Maharagama annual drama competition and displayed commendable performance in acting in 2008.
- Sri Lanka School Badminton Championship 2009 selected to represent the Colombo Central Zone under 13 and performance at the final round matches.
- Member of Badminton Team in Lindsay Girl's School 2009-2014 in under 13, under 15, under 17 participated inter house badminton matches and won the games.
- Participated inter house netball matches and won the games in 2009, 2012, 2013, 2014 in under 13, under 15, under 17.
- All Island Under 15 Doubles Badminton Team Championship Girl's 'Super A' 2009-2012 which was placed second runners up, champion, second runners up, second runners up.
- Junior National Badminton Championship 2010 under 13 performance at the final round.
- Awarded merits in 2010 Lindsay Girl's School Colours Night.
- University of Kelaniya Faster 2011 under 15 girl's double event second runner up and Faster 2012 under 15 girl's double event quarter finalist.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/12/98
- Nationality: Sri Lankan
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Business Development Executive
Antler Fabric Printers Pvt Ltd
07.2022 - 01.2024
Merchandiser
Richcolour Export (Pvt) Ltd
02.2019 - 06.2022
Certificate Course - English Language
Institute Of Human Resource Advancement
Ordinary Level - General Certificate of Education
Lindsay Girl's School
English Course -
Institute Of English Maharagama
High School Diploma -
High School in US (Equivalent)
High Diploma - Business and Management
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Advanced Level - General Certificate of Education
Anula Vidyalaya Nugegoda
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