Lokesh Sharma

Head of Design

Dubai, United Arab Emirates21 yrs 7 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Over 21 years of experience in fashion design.
Expert in identifying global market trends.
Proven leadership in managing creative teams.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fashion Design Leader with extensive experience in trend analysis and team management.

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Skills

Core Skills

Fashion DesignLeadership

Other Skills

OuterwearIdentifying New OpportunitiesStrategizing and PlanningResearch and DevelopmentRange ManagementTrend AnalysisTeam MotivationDecision-MakingPassionate about WorkLuxuryStylingConsumer BehaviorApparelFashionRetail

About

Versatile and creative professional with over 21 years of experience in fashion in high street and mass markets. Managed and mentored creative teams by providing clear directions sync with the brand’s DNA and business objectives. Strong sense to spot and understand global market trends and successfully construed into commercial interpretation for our fast fashion brands to the relevant markets. Team person as leader or member worked productively in different organisations. Quick learner and able to adapt to new situations to deliver business deadlines. I believe strongly only “Change is Constant” and every day I try to deliver the same in my design role.

Experience

Landmark group

Head of Design Menswear Splash & Iconic

Jan 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 2 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site

OuterwearIdentifying New OpportunitiesFashion DesignLeadership

Iconic landmark group

Head Of Design Menswear

May 2012 – Jan 2021 · 8 yrs 8 mos · Dubai

Impulse

Senior Designer Mens

Jan 2007 – Jan 2012 · 5 yrs · Gurgaon, India

Strategizing and Planning
Analysis of existing business and planning of future sourcing strategy with business and design head. Discussion of business goals with all members goals with all members to ensure that all are working with a clear focus to end goals.
Research and Development
Offering correct product in terms of design, fabric & concepts to the buyer as per R& D calendar of 12 drops.
Range Management
Based on the trend forecast, give proper directions to the teams to prepare downloads for the suppliers to action sampling. I use to work closely with 5 to 6 factories and mills on various developments across the country.
I was involved in Price Analysis of Range to ensure the product offer is in correct price bracket.