Nagashree Gururaj
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Entrepreneurial, creative founder, and a Business of Fashion graduate student passionate about turning innovative ideas into tangible results. Experienced in formulating and executing strategic plans, creating new products and services, and developing business opportunities. Track record of two successful business ventures and leading teams of professionals to maximize profits and deliver success. Currently seeking challenging opportunities in the fashion industry - areas of interest include Supply Chain Management, Sourcing, Buying, Operations, Vendor Management, Production and Marketing
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics & Operations Intern
Mazz NYC Inc
05.2023 - Current
- Collaborating with sales team on inventory lists by researching style numbers and calculating GPM (Gross Profit Margin)
- Assisting the logistics and sales team with creating packing lists, ticket requests, labels, and invoices
- Supporting the logistics team with routing and shipping out orders
- Assisting the team with maintaining and inputting accurate information to the dashboard database in a timely manner
- Coordinating shipping requests for expedited delivery and documenting them accurately to achieve correct billing.
- Registering vendors and customers on database to maintain an updated roster.
- Managing loading, unloading, movement, and sorting of supplies to keep deliveries on schedule.
Operations Intern
Salvatore Ferragamo
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Maintained positive relationships with internal departments & vendors
- Assisted in maintaining service and operations of all contracts relating to building systems, including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, etc
- Assisted with management of repair and maintenance work assignments performed by contractors, technicians, etc
- Performed building/store maintenance in accordance with needs of business
- Supported the brand’s corporate sustainability projects by capturing spend/utilization benchmarks and entering data towards tracker
- Assisted the Facilities Manager with purchasing requests for individual stores
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting.
- Collected, arranged, and inputted information into the database system.
Founder & Creative Head
Pixie Yard Couture Studio
12.2014 - 07.2022
- Established and successfully managed a contemporary Indian bridal fashion label catering to a discerning clientele seeking luxury bridal wear
- Led all aspects of the brand, including design conceptualization, fabric sourcing, trend research and conceptualization, and final production
- Collaborated closely with pattern cutters, tailors and embroidery artisans, ensuring the highest level of quality and craftsmanship in every ensemble
- Created and executed marketing strategies, including fashion shows, trunk shows, and collaborations with influencers, resulting in increased brand visibility and client acquisition
- Provided personalized consultations to clients, understanding their vision and preferences to create bespoke ensembles
- Handled financial operations, including budgeting, pricing strategies, and inventory management, ensuring profitability and cost efficiency
- Collaborated as an independent fashion designer/stylist for South Indian movies and reality shows on television
- Identified business development challenges and customer concerns for proactive resolution.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
Internal Communications Writer
Accenture
06.2015 - 03.2018
- Wrote/Edited content for brochures, data sheets, solution briefs, presentations, electronic mailers and web pages
- Collaborated closely with in-house account management, design and QA/editing teams to create print/online marketing communication collateral
- Ensured messages from senior management are properly reflected in communications to internal stakeholders
- Coordinated with marketing and design teams to illustrate articles
- Managed communication consistency and ensured that the strategy reflected the company objectives and goals
Feature Writer
Plan Your Wedding Magazine
11.2012 - 06.2014
- Generated ideas and created feature articles for print version of magazine and handled content management of the website
- Assigned, edited and proof-read articles of freelance writers
- E-newsletter and social media management
- Created advertorial content for the print version of Plan Your Wedding magazine
- Collaborated with editors and other journalists to create compelling content.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current events and industry trends.
- Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities.
Education
MPS - Business of Fashion
LIM COLLEGE
New York City, NY08.2023
Bachelor of Arts -
NATIONAL COLLEGE
06.2012
Skills
- Microsoft office
- PLM
- Industry Research
- Detailed Analysis
- Production Operations
- Logistics Operations
- Vendor Negotiations
- Brand Development
- Business Operations
- Team Development
- Assignment Delegation
- Multichannel Marketing
Timeline
Logistics & Operations Intern
Mazz NYC Inc
05.2023 - Current
Operations Intern
Salvatore Ferragamo
01.2023 - 05.2023
Internal Communications Writer
Accenture
06.2015 - 03.2018
Founder & Creative Head
Pixie Yard Couture Studio
12.2014 - 07.2022
Feature Writer
Plan Your Wedding Magazine
11.2012 - 06.2014
MPS - Business of Fashion
LIM COLLEGE
Bachelor of Arts -
NATIONAL COLLEGE
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