Samuel Kingsly David
Sharjah,United Arab Emirates
Summary
I have over ten years of experience in the clothing business. Starting in 2016 coordinating samples and materials, I quickly specialized in knit fabrics by 2017. My work in product development led to a promotion to Assistant Merchandiser in 2020, where I handled major supply chain challenges. After becoming a Senior Merchandiser in 2021, I led complex costing and sourcing. I now manage full international merchandising operations for major brands, ensuring quality and compliance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Merchandiser
Tru Care FZC
Sharjah
2023.07 - 2026.02
- I manage the entire product development process from the first designs and budgets to factory negotiations and final sample approval.
- My daily work involves tracking progress with factories to ensure we meet every deadline.
- I partner with the sales team to provide clear, timely updates to our clients.
- A core part of my role is guaranteeing on-time delivery according to our production calendar.
- I am responsible for ensuring our products meet all required brand standards and compliance.
- I have hands-on experience managing key client accounts, including wholesalers in Kuwait like Morouj and Al Kutbee.
- I have also supported major retail partnerships with clients such as Real Madrid World and Lulu..
Senior Merchandiser
Trendy Incorp
Tiruppur
2021.07 - 2023.07
- I run the whole product process from beginning to end.
- My main job is to keep every team on schedule so we ship on time.
- I manage everything from ordering fabric to packing and shipping the final product.
- I work closely with the fabric, production, and finishing teams to hit our deadlines.
- I help guide our internal team on what each order needs and how to get it approved.
- I find and buy materials, and work on getting the best prices to help our profits.
- I am in charge of my orders from start to finish, making sure we control costs and deliver great value.
Assistant Merchandiser
Velan Exports
Tiruppur
2020.01 - 2021.07
- I was promoted to Assistant Merchandiser, where I took on more responsibility for production coordination.
- In that role, I gained hands-on knowledge of the entire garment-making process.
- This experience gave me a strong operational foundation.
- Using that knowledge, I helped make our production more efficient and streamlined.
- This contribution supported the company's overall growth.
Junior Merchandiser
East Coast Clothing Company
Tiruppur
2016.08 - 2019.12
- I started by handling outsourced production steps like washing and printing.
- My job included managing washing schedules, cutting plans, and sample assembly.
- I handled approvals for colors and screens, and shipped samples to buyers.
- I learned how the entire clothing manufacturing process works.
- I gained experience in buyer communication and managing deadlines.
- Working in a busy, high-pressure environment taught me to be detail and well-organized.
- I became skilled at adapting quickly and solving problems.
Education
Diploma of Education -
Nanjappa Institute of Technology
TN , India 2009.06 - 2012.05
Bachelor of Engineering -
Nehru Institute of Technology
TN , India 2013.06 - 2016.06
Skills
- Product Development
- Sourcing
- Cost Management
- Garment Manufacturing
- Production planning
- Quality control
- Fabric and Trim sourcing
- Order Management
- Cutting to packing Co-Ordination
- TNA
- Brand Management
INTERESTS
Writing, Reading, Outing
Timeline
Merchandiser
Tru Care FZC
2023.07 - 2026.02
Senior Merchandiser
Trendy Incorp
2021.07 - 2023.07
Assistant Merchandiser
Velan Exports
2020.01 - 2021.07
Junior Merchandiser
East Coast Clothing Company
2016.08 - 2019.12
Bachelor of Engineering -
Nehru Institute of Technology
2013.06 - 2016.06
Diploma of Education -
Nanjappa Institute of Technology
2009.06 - 2012.05