Suraj Pratap
Retail
Services offered
Dynamic and results-driven Design & Product Development professional with over 11 years of experience driving creative direction, product development, and strategic brand management across global fashion and retail markets. Backed by a Bachelor in Fashion Design from NIFT, India and an MBA in International Business from IAE Aix-Marseille, France, adept at combining innovative design thinking with strong business acumen to deliver market-responsive collections, sustainable innovations, and operational excellence. Skilled in trend forecasting, digital design workflows, and cross-functional leadership, with proven success in boosting revenue, optimizing processes, and enhancing consumer engagement.
Experience
Senior Fashion Design & Category Manager: 11+ years in premium and fast-fashion retail (Zalando SE, Reliance Retail, Lifestyle, Landmark Group).
- Led multi-season collections delivering 15–25% sales growth and 20–30% boosts in engagement/footfall.
- Directed design, PD, marketing & merchandising teams with 95% on-time delivery via Agile workflows.
- Cut lead times 15–18%, sampling costs 15%, material waste 12–18% through data-driven & sustainable practices.
- Expert in trend forecasting (WGSN), tech pack accuracy, vendor management, and consumer-insight-led assortments.
Current: Senior Category & Design Manager – Zalando SE, Paris (Mar 2025–Present) Previous: Design & PD roles at Lifestyle International, Reliance Retail, EasyBuy (Landmark), and global export houses (H&M, IKEA, Levi’s, etc.).
Education
- MBA in International Business IAE Aix-Marseille Graduate School of Management (AMU), France | 2024–2025 Focus: International Strategy, Data Analytics, Sustainable Business, Global Supply Chain
- Bachelor in Design (B.Des) National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), India | 2010–2014 Specialisation: Fashion Design & Product Development, Category Management
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