Laxmi Sharma

Bachelor's graduate in Leather Design, currently working as a Footwear Merchandiser with hands-on experience in product development, sampling, production coordination, and merchandising. Skilled in managing product development from initial concept and material sourcing to sampling, production follow-up, and final execution. Strong understanding of footwear design, materials, surface techniques, and quality requirements, with the ability to coordinate effectively between design, sampling, sourcing, and production teams.

Experienced in translating creative concepts and market trends into commercially viable footwear products. Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CorelDRAW, Shoe Master, and Canva, with a strong interest in trend-driven footwear and product innovation.

Footwear Merchandiser - Indishoe Company - Gurgaon, India

(2026-06)

• Handling footwear merchandising and product development.
• Coordinating sampling, materials, suppliers, and production.
• Managing sample follow-ups, BOM, costing, and production tracking.
• Coordinating with design, sourcing, and production teams.
• Following up on sample approvals and product modifications.
• Handling packaging, labels, hangtags, and customer requirements.
• Ensuring product quality and specifications are maintained.

Footwear Design Intern - Liberty Shoes

(2025-12 - 2026-04)

• Developed footwear concepts from research to final design execution
• Conducted trend analysis, material research, and user need studies
• Created digital footwear designs using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Shoe Master. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to understand product development cycles
• Prepared presentations to communicate design concepts effectively.

Design Intern - Bharat Enterprise

(2025-06 - 2025-07)

• Worked closely with the merchandising team to understand product development processes
• Applied surface design techniques such as embroidery, quilting, appliqué, embossing, and punching
• Explored repeat pattern design and material handling
• Assisted in sampling and execution of garment and design elements

Industrial Training - New Horizons Pvt Ltd, Bantala, West Bengal

(2024-07 - 2024-07)

Completed short-term training focused on leather processing and industry practices

Craft Research & Documentation - Textile Ministry of India – Madhurkathi Craft, Medinipur

(2024-06 - 2024-06)

• Conducted in-depth research on traditional craft techniques and materials
• Documented processes, patterns, and cultural relevance of Madhurkathi craft

Industrial Exposure ILPA - Khadim Pvt Ltd (Kalyani)

Bachelor of Design - Leather Design - NIFT Kolkata (2022 - 2026)

Intermediate - SPCV Inter College (2021)

High School - SPCV Inter College (2019)