ANKITA MAJUMDER
Oratia,AUK
Summary
Product development and management specialist with a proven track record at Belgravia Apparel - Corporate Clothing and Huffer Ltd - Retail Brand.
22+ years experience in NZ , India, Europe with various brands. Adept in strategic sourcing and fostering cross-functional team collaboration. Excelled in enhancing supply chain efficiencies and championing sustainability initiatives. Known for analytical problem-solving and resilient leadership under pressure, significantly impacting global brand success.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Projects Manager - Corporate Uniforms
Belgravia Apparel
06.2023 - Current
- Managing product development and production operations efficiently.
- Managing supplier portfolio by identifying complaint suppliers and global production sites to achieve competitive product cost and duty benefits for global brands like SHELL
- Source and work with suppliers who can meet our approach to sustainability, staff welfare and quality.
- Manage the PLM system for NZ
- Providing clear communication channel of key data to suppliers and internal stakeholder and inspire a group of passionate, authentic and adventurous people who like to achieve results.
- Providing a dynamic and motivated approach to achieving and managing accurate tech packs, sample management, prototyping and development projects, product and fabric performance.
Product and Technical Manager
Huffer Direct Ltd
06.2019 - 04.2023
- Lead the product development team of garment technicians and production consisting of production manager. Working closely with Design and Planning team.
- Managed strategic relationships and terms of trade for sourcing and production processes in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.
- Led the development of an Ethical Sourcing plan with RDS supply chain and successful scope each year alongside GRS supply paths in China and responsible Cotton supply paths in India.
- Negotiated pricing and terms of trade to deliver agreed financial KPIs and enhance supply chain efficiencies alongside leading and mentoring a technical team to create and produce functional and ethical products.
Customer Account and Product Specialist
Profile LTD
06.2015 - 10.2019
- Managed key corporate accounts including Countdown, Downers, ASB, Sub60 to ensure sales, stock runs, and exit targets were met.
- Assisted in product development for key accounts and NZ Post, St. John by identifying trends, performance fabrics, and managing supplier relationships.
- Negotiated best prices, maintained cost models, and ensured compliance with fabric testing standards to meet customer/company requirements.
Product Development and Merchandise Manager
Atlantic apparel ltd
05.2012 - 10.2015
- Led product development and merchandise management for VAMP and VSSP, ensuring alignment with company directives and customer expectations.
- Collaborated with designers and artists to provide guidance on product improvement, production feasibility, and cost savings
- Managed offshore supplier relationships, setting target prices to meet profit margins and overseeing all aspects of product development.
Snr. Production Manager
Verge Sportswear LTD
03.2010 - 06.2013
- Collaborate with Design Team to update style specifications and meet range forecasted deadlines.
- Advised on garment fit and pattern alterations to improve styling details.
- Managed fit model availability and fit meetings to achieve desired style looks.
- Communicated fit amendments to offshore Suppliers accurately and ensure all deliveries are done on time
Account Manager
Gitmans Knitwear Ltd
02.2009 - 03.2010
Senior Garment/Pattern Technician
Longbeach Holdings Ltd
01.2004 - 01.2009
Regional Manager &Fashion Design Dept Consultant
National Institute of Fashion Design
Kolkata, India
01.2000 - 11.2003
Fashion Design Dept. Consultant - Hybrid
Inspiration School of Design and Technology
Dhaka, Bangladesh
07.2000 - 10.2003
Assistant Designer
Texport Syndicate
Mumbai, India
04.1998 - 06.2000
Education
Graduate degree - Public Administration
Indira Gandhi National Open University
India01.2002
Graduate degree - Fashion Technology
National Institute of Fashion Technology
India01.1998
Skills
- Strategic sourcing
- Collaborative negotiation techniques and cost analysis/control
- Production management and work flow planning
- Transportation strategies
- Visual concept and range development expertise
- Brand management and strategic design guidance
- Fabric Expertise and construction proficiency
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Design, Technical Insights and Fit Analysis Expertise
- Implementation of Quality and Compliance standards
- Effective written and oral communication
- Cross-functional team collaboration and team mentoring
- Deadline-Driven Planning
- Effective organization and prioritization
- Risk Management
- Resilient in High-Pressure Situations
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Travelling
- Gardening
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Bengali/Bangla
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Bengali
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
German
Elementary
Japanese
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Projects Manager - Corporate Uniforms
Belgravia Apparel
06.2023 - Current
Product and Technical Manager
Huffer Direct Ltd
06.2019 - 04.2023
Customer Account and Product Specialist
Profile LTD
06.2015 - 10.2019
Product Development and Merchandise Manager
Atlantic apparel ltd
05.2012 - 10.2015
Snr. Production Manager
Verge Sportswear LTD
03.2010 - 06.2013
Account Manager
Gitmans Knitwear Ltd
02.2009 - 03.2010
Senior Garment/Pattern Technician
Longbeach Holdings Ltd
01.2004 - 01.2009
Fashion Design Dept. Consultant - Hybrid
Inspiration School of Design and Technology
07.2000 - 10.2003
Regional Manager &Fashion Design Dept Consultant
National Institute of Fashion Design
01.2000 - 11.2003
Assistant Designer
Texport Syndicate
04.1998 - 06.2000
Graduate degree - Public Administration
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Graduate degree - Fashion Technology
National Institute of Fashion Technology
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