Jyoti Ojha

Senior Merchandiser - Sagittaria Exports - Mumbai

(2025-06)

Manage end-to-end strategic sourcing and procurement for textiles, successfully balancing premium quality standards with strict cost efficiency.
Oversaw rigorous quality control processes and end-to-end shipment timelines to consistently fulfill tight delivery windows for international accounts.
Cultivate and advance strategic relationships with global clients and primary suppliers to secure long-term commercial growth and business continuity.
Direct all operational finances including purchase orders, vendor payment streams, and adherence to corporate budgets and cost targets.
Coordinate the complete product development lifecycle, aligning innovative design concepts, prototyping, and systematic production planning.
Developed shopper marketing collateral and successfully drove service innovation initiatives to enhance brand positioning.
Manage private label brand strategies, including comprehensive quality control parameters, structured pricing models, and targeted promotional planning.
Spearheaded critical vendor negotiations and solidified key supplier partnerships to yield enhanced commercial terms.

Merchandiser cum Production Manager - Dicitex Furnishing Pvt Ltd - Mumbai

(2023-01 - 2025-05)

Acquired extensive hands-on expertise working with premium fabric structures including Dobby, Jacquard, and Chenille, integrating intricate and high-quality embroidery details.
Represented the organization at premier home decor exhibitions in Mumbai to execute proactive trend analysis, competitor mapping, and strategic client engagement.
Managed complete pre-production lifecycle covering conceptual designing, specialized fabric sampling, product photoshoots, lab-dips execution, and detailed commercial costing.
Successfully pitched and sold design concepts to international and domestic buyers, securing bulk orders and establishing definitive delivery timelines.
Advised and actively assisted on production follow-ups while serving as the primary liaison for internal and external communications between the mills, buyers, and executive management.
Issued definitive shipping instructions, monitored precise logistics documentation, and took absolute accountability for pre-shipment inspections and final approvals.
Supervised prompt payment follow-ups to optimize working capital cycles and maintain continuous operational cash flow.

Garment Merchandiser - Major Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd - Jaipur

(2018-11 - 2020-02)

Monitored, tracked, and refined the complete garment sampling process in strict compliance with custom buyer specifications and tech-pack requirements.
Clarified comprehensive technical and commercial details with overseas buyers via clear, precise, and professional electronic communication.
Maintained accurate merchandising records and updated Time and Action (TNA) plans continuously to identify and proactively mitigate delivery bottlenecks.
Executed systematic follow-ups with international buyers to secure product approvals and integrate design feedback into final production.
Led strategic range presentations and efficiently managed critical approvals for multi-category fabrics and trims.
Held end-to-end accountability for the seamless execution and processing of premium product lines from sample development phases up to shipment dispatch.

Fashion Designer cum Merchandiser - Rashi & Sid Kapoor (Rashi Kapoor) - Kolkata

(2014-04 - 2018-10)

Designed exclusive high-end collections of women's ethnic wear and prêt-à-porter lines aligned with current global fashion trends, market demands, and strict cost limits.
Managed face-to-face and digital client interactions over custom design iterations, fitting sessions, and the flawless final delivery of garments.
Actively involved in every core phase of the design and creation lifecycle, including strategic line planning, sketch development, embroidery creation, customized dyeing, and production monitoring.
Assumed direct responsibility for the creative styling of garments and supervised daily hands-on workshop activities for the manufacturing unit.
Proudly participated and presented collections in prestigious country-wide events including Lakme Fashion Week, Bridal Asia (Mumbai & Delhi), and Fuss & Araaish (Kolkata).

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