Sourcing Head & Manager – Planning - 99 Apparel Pvt. Ltd. (Freakins Brand) - Mumbai
- Lead end-to-end sourcing and production operations across a multi-vendor model (10+ vendors nationwide).
- Handle monthly production of 75,000+ pcs, ensuring cost control, quality compliance, and on-time delivery.
- Drive vendor development, backup-vendor planning, and scalable production strategies.
- Manage supply chain disruptions (delays, shortages, price fluctuations) with proactive alternate sourcing.
- Build long-term vendor relationships and ensure competitive sourcing to meet target garment costs.
General Manager – Operations - Meridian Clothing Co. Pvt. Ltd. - Bhiwandi, Maharashtra
(2021-11 - 2025-03)
- Managed 500+ machines and a workforce of 800, delivering monthly shipments of 150,000 pcs.
- Improved OTIF (On-Time-In-Full) delivery performance through process standardization and efficiency initiatives.
- Held end-to-end responsibility for factory performance across cutting, sewing, finishing, and packing.
- Controlled operational costs (labor, overheads, wastage) and managed workforce planning.
- Ensured factory compliance with social, safety, and audit standards (SEDEX, WRAP).
- Identified process bottlenecks and drove workflow improvements across the plant.
General Manager – Operations - Manan Apparel Pvt. Ltd. - Bhiwandi, Maharashtra
(2016-09 - 2021-10)
- Managed production for major Indian retail brands, leading 600 machines and 700 workforce.
- Improved cost efficiency and production planning systems in collaboration with the PPC team.
- Monitored hourly, daily, weekly, and monthly production targets, converting business goals into operational plans.
- Built a strong, disciplined work culture while coordinating across sales, finance, HR, and procurement.
Sourcing Head & Manager – Planning - Ruff Jeans - Mumbai, Maharashtra
(2012-07 - 2016-08)
- Managed 100,000 pcs/month production capacity for denim and casual wear categories.
- Developed sourcing networks and vendor partnerships; monitored fabric, trims, and accessory availability.
- Reduced rejections, alterations, and defects while implementing cost-saving initiatives.
- Ensured OTIF delivery and improved productivity through SAM and line-efficiency tracking.
General Manager – Production - Malhar Fashion Pvt. Ltd. - Bhiwandi, Maharashtra
(2008-12 - 2012-06)
- Prepared production plans based on order quantity, delivery timelines, and capacity; managed line planning and machine allocation.
- Controlled production costs (labor, overhead, wastage) while leading production managers and line supervisors.
- Ensured compliance with buyer audits and social-certification standards.
Production Manager - Goyal Garb Pvt. Ltd. - Mumbai
(2003-09 - 2008-11)
- Managed high-fashion garment production for international buyers, leading 400 machines and 550 workforce.
- Set up and balanced sewing lines by style and operation breakdown to maximize efficiency.
- Monitored KPIs (efficiency %, DHU, output per operator) and coordinated with QA/QC for inline and endline quality.
Production Merchandiser - Ambertex Sekhsaria Exports Pvt. Ltd. - Vapi, Gujarat
(1999-11 - 2003-08)
- Coordinated large-scale production of 175,000 pcs/month, including order planning and time & action plans.
- Sourced fabric and trims, tracked daily production status, and ensured adherence to buyer quality standards.
- Monitored production cost versus target cost and coordinated packing, labeling, and dispatch logistics.
