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Raheel Khawaja

Raheel Khawaja

Business Management Professional
Lahore

Summary

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With a decade of experience in Textile Management in the Clothing business, I have developed a deep understanding of industry trends and consumer preferences. With exper1se in product development, sourcing, pricing, inventory management, and marke1ng and have successfully managed product lifecycles, nego1ated with vendors, and met revenue and profitability targets. Support of excellent analy1cal, communica1on, and leadership skills have enabled me to foster a culture of excellence and deliver high-performance results. I am skilled strategic planner and executor, driving growth and innova1on in the clothing category through successful category strategies.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Category Manager

Zarya App Pvt Ltd
Lahore
11.2022 - Current
  • Develop and implement category strategies and business plans that support the overall objec1ves of the organiza1on
  • Conduct research and analyze market trends, consumer preferences, and compe1tor ac1vi1es to identify opportunities and risks in the clothing category
  • Manage the product lifecycle from ideation to product launch, including product development, sourcing, pricing, inventory management, and marke1ng
  • Collaborate with cross-func1onal teams, including design, sales, and marketing, to develop and execute category intiatives and promotions
  • Monitor category performance, including sales, margins, and inventory turns, and iden1fy areas for improvement and growth & inventory Liquidations
  • Build and maintain rela1onships with key vendors and nego1ate favorable terms and pricing to achieve cost savings and improve product quality
  • Develop and manage category budgets and forecasts, including sales, expenses, and profitability targets
  • Manage a team of category specialists and provide leadership, mentorship, and coaching to drive performance and foster a culture of excellence.

Manager Merchainding -Clothing

Combined Fabrics Ltd
Lahore
11.2019 - 06.2023
  • Managing buyers Product development as per Tech Pack’s and make sure to achieve deadlines of sampling and bulk production
  • Developed Products for different ranges in categories like knits+ woven
  • Making Knitting, Weaving plan, responsible for Product on quality and timely delivery
  • Proficiently managing directional aspects of sourcing various categories to fulfill buyer requirement with costing and growth analysis.

A.M. Merchandising- Clothing

AFSANEH BY HUSSAIN MILLS
Lahore
07.2018 - 07.2019
  • Expertly managing sourcing of textile related categories includes Fabric buying (Grieg, Finished and Half bleached) on different construc1ons for different ranges and product launches
  • Involved directly in process of product development including Fabric Dying, Printing and embroidery
  • Responsible for Accessories buying
  • Developed Different type of fabric (Woven+ Denim) for different Seasonal Ranges and launches
  • Responsible for Women Pret, Uns1tched, Formal and Scarves range to be followed by Plan execution according to palanning.

Sourcing Specialist

SEFAM (PVT) LTD
Lahore
01.2016 - 06.2018
  • Skillfully developed short-term and long-term procurement plans, processes and evalua1ons to accomplish quality and Process productivity goals;
  • Actively participated in scheduling/delegating work assignments to ensure service of products at lowest possible prices, meeting company performance standards.

Category Head

Uniworth Dress Co.
Lahore
10.2013 - 12.2015
  • Effectively conducted business development, planning, budgeting and accordance with organizational goals and objectives; handled all phases of Product planning, assortment and distribution.
  • Periodically monitored forecast accuracy , formulated policies and procedures and conducted inventory, provided support in cost reduction and process improvement approaches and matched with MIS to achieve advancements and consult with senior management to formulate short and long- term plans.

Education

MBA - Supply Chain Management

University of Management And Technology
Lahore
09.2008 - 03.2012

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce

Punjab University
Lahore, Pakistan
06.2006 - 06.2008

Skills

    Strategic planning

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Software

Oracle Business Suite Supply Chain Module

Microsoft Excel

E-commerce Redash Business Suite

Accomplishments

  • Key role in developing Supply Chain Management system in organization for clearer visibility
  • Develop Business intelligence reporting system with add value in decision making and planning and forecasting.
  • Achieved Target Revenue by completing with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team in the development of Smart business intelligence and reporting structure data analysis.

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Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Category Manager

Zarya App Pvt Ltd
11.2022 - Current

Manager Merchainding -Clothing

Combined Fabrics Ltd
11.2019 - 06.2023

A.M. Merchandising- Clothing

AFSANEH BY HUSSAIN MILLS
07.2018 - 07.2019

Sourcing Specialist

SEFAM (PVT) LTD
01.2016 - 06.2018

Category Head

Uniworth Dress Co.
10.2013 - 12.2015

MBA - Supply Chain Management

University of Management And Technology
09.2008 - 03.2012

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce

Punjab University
06.2006 - 06.2008
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