Varatharaj Raj

Senior Merchandising Professional with 16+ years of experience in Product Development (PD) and Production within the garment export industry. Skilled in end-to-end order execution including buyer development, sampling, costing, sourcing, production coordination, and shipment execution. Proven ability to independently manage new buyer requirements and ensure smooth execution from product development to final shipment with a focus on quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery.

Senior PD Merchandiser - CR - Tirupur

(2020-03)

• Leading Product Development (PD) activities
• Handling GUESS, SYMBOL PREMIUM (Men, Women, Kids)
• Managing onboarding and initial development of new buyers
• Coordinating sampling, costing & approvals
• Handing over to production team after order confirmation

Senior Merchandiser - Varshini Export

(2017-02 - 2020-02)

• Handled Product Development (PD) and Production activities
• Handled end-to-end execution from development to shipment
• Coordinated sampling, costing, approvals, and production follow-up
• Handled international brands including ALDI, PEACOCKS, MORRISONS, NEXT, ERNSTING'S FAMILY

Senior Merchandiser - Marvel Clothing

(2013-01 - 2017-01)

• Managed production and merchandising coordination for export orders
• Handled end-to-end execution from development to shipment
• Coordinated sampling, approvals, and production follow-up
• Worked with international brands including MORRISONS, TU and MATALAN

Assistant Merchandiser - Divyar Garments

(2010-08 - 2013-01)

• Supported Product Development (PD) and production follow-up
• Coordinated sampling activities and buyer requirements
• Assisted in order execution and production coordination
• Worked with international brand KIABI

BBM - Computer Applications - Park's College (2007 - 2010)