Dimithri Perera
Darwin
Summary
Experienced Senior Product Development Merchandiser with 5+ years in apparel, specializing in product lifecycle management, costing, and supplier coordination. Recently broadened skills as a Sales Associate and Cleaner, showcasing adaptability, customer service, and reliability. Strong ability to manage expectations, deliver results, and thrive in cross-functional environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate (Casual)
Lowes
08.2025 - Current
- Assist customers with menswear purchases, fittings, and styling advice.
- Operate POS system, handle cash/EFTPOS transactions, and process refunds/exchanges.
- Maintain store presentation, stock levels, and visual merchandising standards.
- Support promotional activities and upsell products to meet sales targets.
- Deliver friendly, professional service to enhance customer satisfaction.
Cleaner
Consolidated Property Services (Australia) Pty Ltd
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Execute daily cleaning routines to maintain cleanliness and enhance client satisfaction.
- Follow safety regulations to improve workplace safety.
- Collaborate with the team to optimize cleaning schedules for efficiency.
- Assess cleaning supplies to reduce waste and manage resources better.
- Address challenges positively to ensure high-quality task completion.
Senior Product Development Merchandiser
Hela Apparel Holdings (TESCO - UK)
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Managed expectations, ensuring timely deliveries and improved customer satisfaction.
- Streamlined product development, enhancing efficiency and stakeholder relationships.
- Coordinated order management, achieving significant improvements in project timelines.
- Monitored critical path metrics, identifying bottlenecks for measurable timeline enhancements.
- Fostered team collaboration, driving cost-effectiveness and boosting overall sales performance.
Senior Product Development Merchandiser
MAS Holdings (GAP - USA)
03.2019 - 04.2024
- Managed customer expectations, ensuring timely project delivery and high satisfaction.
- Streamlined product development, leading to measurable improvements in timelines.
- Oversaw development calendar, strengthening stakeholder relations and timely deliveries.
- Fostered interdepartmental communication, driving cost-effectiveness and sales performance.
- Coordinated development and production, efficiently completing order management tasks.
Trainee Merchandiser - Apparel
Transitive Pvt Ltd (Kelly Felder)
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Managed denim category account, overseeing sampling, costing, and production.
- Collaborated with development team to streamline processes.
- Enhanced production efficiency with measurable improvements.
- Utilized analytical skills for cost-effective solutions.
- Facilitated team coordination for successful project outcomes.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching (Primary)
Charles Darwin University
Darwin, NT01-2027
Bachelor of Applied Science - Textile Technology and Management
RMIT University
01-2019
CQ - Cultural Intelligence
Common Purpose
01-2019
Diploma - Clothing Technology and Management
Brandix College of Clothing Technology & Management
01-2018
Basic Scientific Dressmaking -
Singer Fashion Academy
01-2017
Skills
- Client relations
- Visual merchandising
- Product demonstration
- Negotiation
- Product development
- Team work
- Cost management
- Compering
Internships
Hidaramani Apparel - In-plant trainee (2017)
- Engaged in comprehensive training across factory systems and procedures.
- Actively participated in departmental functions to gain hands-on experience.
- Developed a thorough understanding of operational workflows and interdepartmental collaboration.
Hobbies and Interests
Hiking, Cycling, Site seeing, Exploring different cuisines
Timeline
Sales Associate (Casual)
Lowes
08.2025 - Current
Cleaner
Consolidated Property Services (Australia) Pty Ltd
01.2025 - 06.2025
Senior Product Development Merchandiser
Hela Apparel Holdings (TESCO - UK)
05.2024 - 10.2024
Senior Product Development Merchandiser
MAS Holdings (GAP - USA)
03.2019 - 04.2024
Trainee Merchandiser - Apparel
Transitive Pvt Ltd (Kelly Felder)
01.2018 - 02.2019
Master of Arts - Teaching (Primary)
Charles Darwin University
Bachelor of Applied Science - Textile Technology and Management
RMIT University
CQ - Cultural Intelligence
Common Purpose
Diploma - Clothing Technology and Management
Brandix College of Clothing Technology & Management
Basic Scientific Dressmaking -
Singer Fashion Academy