Vaishali Arora
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Highly skilled Product Development Coordinator with background in streamlining production processes, coordinating diverse teams, and fostering innovation. Strengths include strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills, and strategic planning capabilities. Previous work has resulted in improved operational efficiency, successful product launches, and increased market share.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Development Coordinator
Marks, Canadian Tire Corporation
Calgary, Canada
11.2022 - 07.2025
- Manage samples, create style numbers and colorways, and ensure accurate entry into relevant systems.
- Managed the receipt and distribution of material submission forms to Design, Project Management, and Technical Development teams, ensuring timely processing and workflow alignment.
- Oversaw intake of prototypes, size sets, pre-production, and top-of-production samples; performed initial quality checks prior to technical evaluations.
- Reviewed and approved trims, providing actionable feedback to vendors to maintain brand standards and production timelines.
- Maintained consistent and effective communication with cross-functional departments and vendors through email, ensuring timely follow-ups and streamlined operations.
- Tracked and recorded all material submissions with high accuracy; maintained detailed trackers to monitor progress and adherence to deadlines.
- Created and updated testing checklists and submission trackers to support seamless sample review and approval processes.
- Conducted thorough reviews of care labels, RFID tags, and trims, communicating approvals and revisions to vendors.
- Developed comprehensive testing charts for the Testing Coordinator, including style and vendor details, fabric content, color, factory information, and production timelines; organized and archived charts in a shared drive.
- Sent photo sample requests to vendors based on buyer instructions, ensuring product visuals aligned with marketing and e-commerce needs.
- Compiled attribute lists from the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system with input from Project Managers; coordinated buyer approvals and distributed final lists to relevant teams.
- Supported seasonal product development by setting up seasonal style configurations within Flex PLM.
Retail Associate
Marks, Canadian Tire Corporation
Calgary, Canada
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Delivered exceptional customer service by assisting shoppers, addressing inquiries, and providing product recommendations to enhance the customer experience.
- Operated point-of-sale (POS) systems to process transactions accurately, handle returns, and manage cash, credit, and digital payments.
- Maintained store cleanliness and visual merchandising standards, ensuring products were well-stocked, properly labeled, and attractively displayed.
- Supported inventory management by receiving shipments, conducting stock counts, and reporting discrepancies to the management team.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales goals and promotional targets, contributing to overall store performance.
- Handled customer concerns and complaints professionally, aiming for swift and satisfactory resolutions.
- Stayed informed on current promotions, product features, and brand updates to effectively communicate value to customers.
- Followed all company policies and procedures, including safety and loss prevention protocols.
Assistant Fashion Merchandiser
Worldtex Sourcing & Services
Noida, India
11.2019 - 05.2022
- Handled product development and vendor coordination for global brands.
- Monitored sample timelines and packaging artwork approvals.
- Managed order trackers, inspections, and post-order documentation flow.
Assistant Merchandiser
Sunny International Export House
Panipat, India
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Coordinated sample submissions, lab dip approvals, and garment inspections.
- Collaborated with designers and vendors to ensure timely delivery and development.
- Worked with H&M and Tchibo on sourcing fabrics, trims, and accessories.
Buying Intern
Unlimited (Megamart), Arvind Fashions
Bangalore, India
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Conducted consumer research and trend gap analysis for SS'19 collections.
- Analyzed stock/sales data and generated purchase requisitions using Retek software.
Merchandiser Trainee
Winsome Knitwear
Mohali, India
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Studied T&A plans and export house operations for children's wear (Orchestra brand).
Education
Masters - Fashion Management
National Institute of Fashion Technology
Rae Bareli01.2018
Bachelors - E-Commerce
Panjab University
Chandigarh01.2016
Higher Secondary & Secondary Education -
St. Vivekanand Millennium School
Haryana01.2013
Skills
- Product lifecycle management
- Sample coordination
- Vendor negotiation
- Flex PLM management
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Data analysis
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail
Achievements Extracurriculars
- Best Project Work in Merchandising, NIFT (2018)
- Gold Medalist - B.Com (E-Commerce), Panjab University (2017)
- National Player - Fencing (2013)
Languages
- English
- Punjabi
- Hindi
Accomplishments
- Craft Cluster Projects - Bone Carving (Lucknow) & Banaras Brocade (Varanasi)
- Event Organizer - Lohri Celebration at NIFT (2017)
- Visual Merchandising Project - Raymond Brands Display (2016)
- Participant - IIM Lucknow MMU Fest (2016)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
HybridOn-SiteRemoteTimeline
Product Development Coordinator
Marks, Canadian Tire Corporation
11.2022 - 07.2025
Retail Associate
Marks, Canadian Tire Corporation
07.2022 - 11.2022
Assistant Fashion Merchandiser
Worldtex Sourcing & Services
11.2019 - 05.2022
Assistant Merchandiser
Sunny International Export House
06.2018 - 09.2019
Buying Intern
Unlimited (Megamart), Arvind Fashions
01.2018 - 04.2018
Merchandiser Trainee
Winsome Knitwear
06.2017 - 07.2017
Masters - Fashion Management
National Institute of Fashion Technology
Bachelors - E-Commerce
Panjab University
Higher Secondary & Secondary Education -
St. Vivekanand Millennium School
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