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Debnarayan Chakraborty

@debnarayanchakrabort

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I am a senior merchandiser specializing in sourcing, production and cost optimization.

Egypt

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What I'm looking for

I seek a senior merchandising or sourcing role in a fast-paced apparel company where I can lead production and cost initiatives, work with global suppliers, drive quality and margin improvements, and mentor teams while taking on increasing responsibility.

I have over 15 years of unwavering commitment to the fashion and apparel sector, working as a results-driven merchandiser focused on sourcing, production management and margin improvement.

I manage woven and knitted product lines including denim, embroidered and dyed garments, single jersey and fleece products, overseeing sample development from SMS to top sample and coordinating fabric approvals and procurement.

My core strengths include detailed costing and negotiation, Time & Action (TNA) planning, vendor and supplier sourcing, and close collaboration with production and technical teams to meet tight deadlines and quality benchmarks.

I apply analytical sourcing strategies and practical production experience to streamline workflows, secure competitive materials and trims globally, and deliver products that meet customer expectations and commercial targets.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Merchandiser

Current

Ace Apparel Egypt

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 7 months)

Led merchandising activities including cost analysis, strategic negotiations and end-to-end sample management. Implemented TNA plans and sourced fabrics and trims globally to meet production timelines.

Merchandising Negotiation Time & Action (TNA)Vendor Management Production Coordination

Merchandiser

Vogue & Velocity Egypt

Aug 2017 - Jan 2021 (3 years 5 months)

Managed client communication, cost analysis, sample tracking and fabric/trim sourcing for 100% woven lines, specializing in denim and dyed pants for men, women and children.

Merchandising Client Communication Trim Sourcing Sample Tracking Production Planning Denim Knowledge

Sr. Executive Sourcing

V-Mart Retail

Jul 2015 - Jul 2017 (2 years)

Developed and executed strategic sourcing plans and led vendor negotiations to secure cost savings while using data analysis to optimize merchandise assortments and purchasing.

Strategic Sourcing Supplier Management Data Analysis Merchandising Procurement Cost Optimization Assortment Planning

Merchandiser

Acknit Industries Ltd

Jan 2012 - Jun 2015 (3 years 5 months)

Coordinated client communication, managed fabric and trim procurement and monitored sample development to ensure adherence to TNA plans and timely order fulfilment.

Client Communication TNA Planning Production Coordination Quality Control

Industrial Engineer

Laguna Clothing Pvt Ltd

Jul 2009 - Dec 2011 (2 years 5 months)

Streamlined line balancing and machine allocation, conducted time and motion studies and implemented hourly production tracking to improve manufacturing efficiency.

Industrial Engineering Line Balancing Time Studies Time & Motion Process Improvement Workflow Optimization