International Business Development – Representative.
Dear Sir/Madam,
As a passionate advocate for the fashion industry, with over 20 years experience, I have a solid understanding of the sector’s mechanics. My work across the buying, marketing and business development space has equipped me with valuable insights as to the factors required for success in this arena. I thoroughly enjoy the relationship focused nature of this sector and relish the chance to innovate within a positive, dynamic team.
Enclosed is my profile for your consideration. I believe I would be a valuable addition to the company - key skills I bring to the position include:
● Strong leadership ability
● Relationship building and management
● Problem solving/negotiating
● Product development and project management
I am an outgoing, confident individual with a strong work ethic and feel I would fit well into your company’s team culture. The potential of this role excites me and I would be honored to contribute to the ongoing success of the Company.
I would very much enjoy having the opportunity to discuss this role with you further,
Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely,
Sanjay Saxena
(+91) - 8898181360
sansxx@gmail.com
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Sanjay saxena vendor base resume updated 4th july 2015
1. Sanjay Saxena
International Marketing - Business Development Manager
“There are two mistakes one can make along the road to truth. Not going all the way, and not
starting.” - Siddhartha Gautama
602, Anup Apartment,
G. K. Gokhale Road
Mulund East, Mumbai 110081
sansxx@gmail.com
(+91) - 8898181360
LinkedIn Profile: linkd.in/1IGCdN4
Profile
A little more about me...
I am an experienced business development manager looking for
a role in the export market. As a passionate advocate for the
fashion industry, I thoroughly enjoy the relationship focused
nature of this sector. I am an outgoing and confident individual
with a strong work ethic and in my spare time can be found
catching up on the latest tech trends, chatting with my sons
abroad or watching a recent development on “Discovery
Channel” episode.
Skills
What I bring to the table...
With over 20 years experience in the fashion industry, I have a
solid understanding of the sector’s mechanics. My work across
the buying, marketing and business development space has
equipped me with valuable insights as to the factors required for
success in this arena. As mentioned, I enjoy the relationship
building focus of my role and relish the chance to innovate
within a positive, dynamic team. In addition to my key
competencies outlined below, I also speak a variety of
languages including; English, Hindi, Marathi, Arabic (slightly),
Gujarati and Sinhalese (Sri Lankan).
Effective Communicator Proactive Leader
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Strategic, Lateral Thinker Problem Solver
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Strong Work Ethic Team Player
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2. Work Experience
I have earned my stripes...
Malu Malu Imports Inc – New York – USA
Jayvee Marketing Inc – Montreal - Canada.
1990 - 1996
Senior Representative
I was representing and heading their New Delhi office.
Playing a Major role dealing with Vendors.
Transferring Letter of Credits to Vendors.
Placing Orders & Negotiating Price
Issuing Inspection Certificates after inspecting goods which were found as per
specification.
Specification spreadsheet, Costing for Garments
Checking quality, construction , measurement of prototype, photo samples
Supervising and managing the process of production, Travelling Overseas.
Worked for different companies : JCPenney, Teez-Me, Evidence, Kmart, Tony France,
Suzy Shire, Ignite, In Gear Inc.,
Jamuna Thread Industries P Ltd – New Delhi
1996 2001
Senior Merchandiser .
I have created a small production unit with sets of 40 Machines to produce
approximately 50,000 pcs of shirts per month in different designs for Middle-east
market.
Increasing and maintaining a profitable level of production
Creating a suitable production system
Maintaining high quality standards to meet customers’ need.
Staff training and Recruitment of Machinist.
Quality control.
Producing samples.
Assigning and Promoting head supervisor from assistant supervisor, leading a
team of 20 machinists in 2 lines.
Rashid International – Dubai , UAE
Business Development Executive
2002 - 2006
As a senior merchandiser I lead a team to manage projects
across the buying, promotion and sales arena. My role also
involved collaborating with directors on exhibits for and
frequently travelling & attending MAGIC retail trade shows in
Las Vegas, USA.
3. ● Relationship building and management
● Trend forecasting
● Problem solving/negotiating
● Evaluating vendors from China, Vietnam, Bangkok and
India.
FC Bangkok Thailand
Overseas Marketing Manager
2007 - 2010
My role here was largely focused around establishing and
maintaining a customer base for a new brand in the market. In
addition to this, I worked closely alongside the production team
to buy and develop fabric samples. Due to the client facing
nature of my role, I was also tasked with implementing quality
control measures throughout the supply chain.
● Product development and project management
● Account management
● Sales reporting
● Creating and delivering marketing campaigns
Designo Architects
Business Development Manager
2010 - 2012
In my capacity as business development manager, I worked
closely with company directors to identify new trade pathways
and capitalize on opportunities for growth. Establishing new
trading relationships and refining company processes were key
tangents of my role with Designo.
● Identifying and executing strategies for growth
● Trend forecasting
● Product development
● Relationship building and management
3D Architecture Pvt Ltd
Business Development & Client Relations Manager
2013 - 2014
My role with 3D Architecture primarily centered around
managing growth. I worked with company directors to identify
and implement new sales avenues while also maintaining our
existing customer base. Positioning 3D Architecture as a key
player in the design and build space was our ultimate goal - my
role was crucial to ensuring we successfully cemented a new
customer base.
● Managing customer database
● Identifying new customer segments
● Developing and executing marketing campaigns
● Project management (Architecture & Interior Design)
4. Buying & Sourcing - With strong vendor base in Sri
Lanka , Vietnam, Bangkok & Singapore either it can be for
Buying or Selling Various Items like :
Garments & Textiles ( Fashion Accessories )
Leather & Corporate Gift Items
Architectural Hardware
Spices from selected farmers.
Ideally looking for overseas companies who wants to appoint
their Representative or Country Manager to there interest.
Education
Where it all began...
Bhuvans College, Mumbai
Master of Business Administration (Management) 1993
Mumbai University
Bachelor of Arts (Economics) 1984
Central Board of Higher Education
A - Level 1981
Central Board of Education
O - Level 1979