Shavin Paranavitane

Experience

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  Noyon Lanka MAS

  Sept 2018 - Jan 2019

  Innovations Intern

  • Carried out thorough research on “New industries Noyon Lankacan target”.• Organized fabric directory• Represented Noyon Lanka as a member of the design team forthe Mercedes Benz Fashion Week.• Supported day-to-day program specific tasks (Digital Moodboards & Swatch Cards).• Composed a research report on the new performance wearproducts which can be created from the current knittingmachines at Noyon Lanka based on customer requirements.

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  MAS ACME

  Jan 2019 - Jun 2019

  Development Merchandising Intern - Zalando

  • Worked with bulk and development merchandising teams andgained exposure on style and reference files, material GRNprocess, preparation of sample tags and PLM color mapping.• Expanded knowledge on lean practices, garment technology,design process, supply chain management, sampling process,costing, commercial and finance.• Gained knowledge on material qualities, wash and fabricinspection process.• Gained fundamental exposure and training on how to effectivelyuse the ERP system (SAP).• Visited a few plants to understand the process.• Participated in customer meetings.• Contributed to order management processes• Supported merchandisers with inseason analysis to aid strategic desicions Show less

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  Saxion University of Applied Sciences

  Sept 2019 - Jan 2020

  Research & Development Intern at Research Group Smart Functional Materials

  Project - Digitally Patterned Welding of Woven Cotton TextilesCollaboration Company - Tanatex• Tested out the glueing strength of different adhesives given byTanatex• Expanded knowledge on, conducting the tensile test, washingtest, fixating with the heat press machine and ultrasoundwelding machine .• Gained knowledge on using the Chromojet machine. Thedifferent parameters, designs and limitations.• Made in depth analysis and comparisons between the results(from the different adhesives, their tensile strength and theirfixating parameters).• Tested an original hypothesis regarding the thickener effect onthe adhesive strength which turned out to be a success.• Participated in internal Smart Functional Materials meetings andmeetings with Tanatex executives discussing progress. Show less

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  Jomo Fashion

  Mar 2020 - Jul 2020

  Buying Intern

  • Data management in the PISA system• Supported buyers with administrative tasks• Sample management• Order entry and following up with suppliers• Worked closely with merchandisers to ensure on-time delivery of products

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  Jardin Netherlands BV

  Oct 2020 - Jun 2021

  Productiemedewerker- (Uitzendbureau 4 Minutes)

  • Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem- solving skills necessary to troubleshoot production issues.• Address problems with production equipment and machinery and fix them as needed.• Assemble goods on production lines.• Multi-task in a fast-paced production environment.• Adhered to all safety guidelines dictation the production and handling of materials in the factory.• Inspected assembled products to ensure they are up to quality standards.• Identified problems or malfunctions with machinery and equipment.• Reported issues or problems with production to immediate supervisor.• Exhibited the ability to work cautiously but efficiently in potentially hazardous conditions. Show less

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  PVH Corp.

  Jul 2021 - Dec 2021

  Sales Coordinator - Calvin Klein & Tommy Hilfiger Kids MEA+

  • Administered 3 seasons of orders into an ERP system (WeConnect)• Analyzed KPIs to support divisions in making key decisions • Produced an Order Process Manual for the Sales team• Created Post Season Sell-in Analysis for several divisions• Effectively using SAP to create stock proposals• Created Never Out of Stock best seller packages for Non-Key customers

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  Calvin Klein

  Dec 2021 - Aug 2022

  Merchandising Coordinator - Footwear & Accessories

  •Setting up and managing 300 to 500 styles and options in PLM per season• Creating the color card and collection outline on PLM• Creating a weekly sell out report for CKJ and CK SPW Accessories• Effective note taking for updating PLM accurately• Creating pricing and fashionability proposals• Managing the deliveries of receiving and outgoing samples• Worked on competitor price benchmarking research• Created Sales Tools such as Collection Manual, Sustainability Deck andVisual Sales Memo Show less

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  Under Armour

  Sept 2022 - Nov 2023

  EMEA DTC Men's Merchandiser

  •Assorting styles across 5 new O&O stores in the UK and the Netherlands which grew Mens business by 14% YoY • In-Season changes and Implementations done in ECOM grew men's business by 35% YoY • Creating assortments for the ECOM and retail channels• Managing inventory of stores and warehouses by collaborating with allocations and Logistics• Coaching retail staff on products, collections, and seasonal strategy• Improving sales by providing detailed analysis of ECOM and Retail performance to cross-functional teams on a weekly basis with action points• Collaborating with Planning to forecast on Pre-Season Buy using seasonal strategy, targets, and sales data• Improving logistical and operational processes Show less

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  Boost Group

  Jan 2024 - Dec 2024

  Assistant Buying Manager

  • Managing suppliers under the Electronics, Travel and Sport procurementcategories (Apple, Sony, Samsonite, Fujicolor, Polaroid, etc.) • Managing orders in AX ERP system• Following up with suppliers on deliveries, price changes andcancelations• Adding new products into the assortment system• Creating new orders in the AX ERP system• Creating customized and profitable assortments for clients

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  Nike

  Feb 2025 - now

  Supply Chain Specialist