Functional Skills

Vendor Management
Data Analysis
Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain Optimization
Business Planning
Communications
Commercial Strategy
Customer Relationship Management
Industry Expertise
Innovation Management
Inventory Control
Leadership Development
Operations Management
Procurement
Strategic Planning

Software Skills

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office
PowerBI
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator

Certifications

PMPProject Management Professional

Sector Experience

Business Services
Manufacturing
Retail
Fortune 500

Experience

Best Buy Product Management / Strategy
Product Process Specialist
4/2023 - Present
• Introduced a new vendor performance monitoring system, enabling more efficient reallocation of resources and improving production capacity utilization by 12%.
• Managed the seasonal allocation process by creating a comprehensive vendor allocation plan that aligned with the company's multi-horizon sourcing strategy, improving fulfillment rates by 18%.
• Managed product lifecycle processes, ensuring 98% alignment with company supply chain objectives.
• Collaborated with the Supply Planning team to address forecast fluctuations at key GTM calendar gates, ensuring vendor capacity alignment with evolving business needs.
• Established long-term capacity models in partnership with vendors, supporting company initiatives such as new quick programs, reducing response times by 15%.
• Leveraged Supply Chain Management Systems to streamline vendor allocation processes, improving overall supply chain visibility and enhancing the alignment between supply planning and seasonal sourcing strateg

NETWORK CLOTHING COMPANY PVT LTD Other
Assistant Sourcing Manager
8/2020 - 3/2023
• Mentored a team of 6 sourcing professionals, boosting productivity and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Realigned strategic sourcing, diversifying the vendor base and reducing potential supply chain disruptions by 20%.
• Developed vendor allocation plans that aligned with seasonal strategies, ensuring timely capacity and readiness from major suppliers.
• Collaborated with Supply Planning and Product Development, setting capacity models that cut lead times by 15%.
• Negotiated favourable terms with vendors from South Asia and China, securing high-quality materials.
• Developed and maintained detailed allocation plans using PLM software, optimizing product distribution and minimizing stock outs.

Jay Jay Mills Lanka (Pvt) Ltd. Other
Merchandising Manager
6/2019 - 6/2020
• Managed accounts for H&M and KappAhl brands, overseeing a budget of $15 million annually.
• Optimized vendor allocation during peak season, cutting lead times by 15% and achieving a 98% delivery accuracy rate.
• Worked with Global Planning and Quality teams to adjust allocation strategies based on feedback, reducing vendor risks by 20%.
• Used data analysis tools to evaluate vendor performance and capacity, improving supply chain efficiency by 18%.
• Addressed vendor capacity failures with a contingency plan, preventing supply chain disruptions and maintaining continuity.

Jay Jay Mills India pvt ltd Other
Merchandiser
5/2017 - 5/2019
• Developed actionable vendor and geographical allocation plans that supported a 20% increase in alignment with business growth goals, optimizing sourcing and capacity needs.
• Worked with Sourcing, Product Development, Sample Room, and Production teams to optimize vendor allocations.
• Attended monthly planning meetings with Global Merchandise Planning, adjusting strategies to maintain a 97% on-time delivery rate.
• Implemented a multi-sourcing strategy to address a vendor's underperformance, reducing supplier dependency and ensuring supply continuity.
• Adjusted allocation strategies based on demand plan meetings, leading to a 25% improvement in responsiveness to market shifts and changes.

Decathlon Sports India Pvt Ltd Other
Category Manager
5/2015 - 4/2017
• Developed capacity models for the multi-year vendor allocation strategy, boosting sourcing efficiency by 18%.
• Identified market trends through research, leading to the launch of 5 new product lines and a 20% revenue increase.
• Led bi-annual vendor reviews, renegotiating contracts based on capacity, geographic alignment, and cost efficiency.
• Reallocated resources to top-performing vendors during peak seasons, achieving a 97% on-time delivery rate.
• Used advanced Excel techniques to analyze supply chain data, enhancing forecasts and vendor allocation decisions.
• Analyzed performance metrics through ERP systems, enhancing vendor evaluation processes and reducing costs by 12%.