Aafreen Musarrat

Results-driven Footwear Buyer & Merchandiser with 2+ years of hands-on experience managing end-to-end product development, international sourcing, and export operations. Proven track record liaising with European and North American brands, overseeing vendor relationships, and ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality footwear. Skilled in trend analysis, range planning, cost negotiation, and supply chain coordination with a strong foundation in footwear design and production.

Footwear Buyer & Merchandiser at PYRAMID EXPORTS (2024-03 – Present)

• Curated seasonal footwear collections aligned with European and North American brand requirements, conducting market and trend research to identify key styles, materials, and colourways.
• Led end-to-end buying decisions from initial range planning through final order placement, ensuring product mix met buyer expectations and margin targets.
• Collaborated with design and production teams to develop export-ready product lines tailored to international client preferences.
• Managed the complete order lifecycle for international clients — from sample development and approvals through bulk production, quality control, and on-schedule shipment.
• Developed and maintained TNA (Time & Action) calendars; drove vendor capacity plans to ensure products were delivered on time at every stage.
• Monitored and controlled debit notes and sample invoices for UK- and US-based clients.
• Built and maintained strong vendor and factory relationships; conducted regular factory visits to oversee production standards and resolve issues proactively.
• Collaborated with sourcing teams to identify and evaluate alternative materials including trims, hardware, leather, soles, and insoles.
• Ensured all shoe components passed mandatory SATRA testing requirements specified by international buyers.
• Ensured sample developments aligned precisely with product designs, quality standards, and brand objectives before bulk approval.

Merchandising Intern at M.B RUBBERS LTD (2023-06 – 2023-08)

• Gained practical exposure to rubber and canvas footwear manufacturing, including compounding processes for soles and upper components.
• Developed understanding of EVA sheet making and its application in soles, midsoles, and cushioning components.
• Supported the merchandising team in tracking production timelines and coordinating with the factory floor.

Assistant Merchant Intern at BN ENTERPRISES (2023-10 – 2023-12)

• Maintained meticulous oversight of material sourcing and procurement.
• Evaluated leather samples for quality, finish, thickness, and other specifications.
• Managed the complete sample development process for leather bags and accessories through effective collaboration with the design team and production team.

Design Intern at SUMANGALAM PVT. LTD (2022-06 – 2022-07)

• Assisted in footwear pattern making and development of formal and casual shoe styles.
• Supported procurement and sourcing of materials; conducted market and trend research.

B.Des in Footwear Design & Production (Marketing & Merchandising) – FDDI, Noida (2024)

Higher Secondary (Commerce) & Matriculation in I.C.S.E – Saint Joseph's School, Bhagalpur, Bihar