Nearly 14 years of professional experience in Textile industry and 5 years of entrepreneurial experience > Skilled in managing merchandising operations spanning requirement analysis, sampling, production, dispatch and liaison to ensure on time achievement of organisational targets > Strong exposure in dealing with diverse product categories involving sourcing, negotiating prices with suppliers, order management and liaising with global vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials >Excellence in forecast/trend study, visualizing and creating new styles while working for the buyers in creating brand identity >Gained knowledge about latest trends in fabrics, colours, quality, dying, printing and shapes as well as technical advancements in fabric design >Ensured customer satisfaction by achieving service quality norms; interfaced with clients for suggesting the most viable product range; cultivated relations with them for securing repeat business >Received appreciation while working in Textile Industry by successfully starting Home Textile business & setting up luxury home textile brand at ZXY International >Successfully started new division for the company in Children Sustainable Line of Bedding & Décor at GAGA HOME TEXTILES >Recognized as a consistent performer, persistent innovator and team motivator