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Hello, I am very interested in the Freelance Merchandiser role for your premium men’s underwear project. I bring over 25 years of experience in fabric development, raw material sourcing, men’s underwear manufacturing, and technical QA for global brands. I have directly handled men’s underwear programs for M&S, PVH, Superdry, John Lewis, and &SONS UK, including cotton-modal and modal fabric platforms. My background includes evaluating samples, managing QC processes, coordinating with mills, sourcing suppliers, and supporting full-cycle development from fabric R&D to bulk production. With strong technical knowledge of modal/cotton-modal fabrics, flatlock stitching, waistband engineering, shrinkage control, and performance testing, I can confidently lead your sourcing, sampling, and early production phases. I also have a strong network of Sri Lankan garment and fabric manufacturers, enabling quick sourcing and reliable quality oversight. I would be happy to support this project end-to-end and help establish long-term supplier partnerships for your brand. Thank you, Thilaka Bandara Sri Lanka Email: _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…Hello, I am very interested in the Freelance Merchandiser role for your premium men’s underwear project. I bring over 25 years of experience in fabric development, raw material sourcing, men’s underwear manufacturing, and technical QA for global brands. I have directly handled men’s underwear programs for M&S, PVH, Superdry, John Lewis, and &SONS UK, including cotton-modal and modal fabric platforms. My background includes evaluating samples, managing QC processes, coordinating with mills, sourcing suppliers, and supporting full-cycle development from fabric R&D to bulk production. With strong technical knowledge of modal/cotton-modal fabrics, flatlock stitching, waistband engineering, shrinkage control, and performance testing, I can confidently lead your sourcing, sampling, and early production phases. I also have a strong network of Sri Lankan garment and fabric manufacturers, enabling quick sourcing and reliable quality oversight. I would be happy to support this project end-to-end and help establish long-term supplier partnerships for your brand. Thank you, Thilaka Bandara Sri Lanka Email: _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

Thilaka Bandarage

Merchandiser, Production Manager, QA Engineer

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Hello, I am very interested in the Freelance Merchandiser role for your premium men’s underwear project. I bring over 25 years of experience in fabric development, raw material sourcing, men’s underwear manufacturing, and technical QA for global brands. I have directly handled men’s underwear programs for M&S, PVH, Superdry, John Lewis, and &SONS UK, including cotton-modal and modal fabric platforms. My background includes evaluating samples, managing QC processes, coordinating with mills, sourcing suppliers, and supporting full-cycle development from fabric R&D to bulk production. With strong technical knowledge of modal/cotton-modal fabrics, flatlock stitching, waistband engineering, shrinkage control, and performance testing, I can confidently lead your sourcing, sampling, and early production phases. I also have a strong network of Sri Lankan garment and fabric manufacturers, enabling quick sourcing and reliable quality oversight. I would be happy to support this project end-to-end and help establish long-term supplier partnerships for your brand. Thank you, Thilaka Bandara Sri Lanka Email: _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…Hello, I am very interested in the Freelance Merchandiser role for your premium men’s underwear project. I bring over 25 years of experience in fabric development, raw material sourcing, men’s underwear manufacturing, and technical QA for global brands. I have directly handled men’s underwear programs for M&S, PVH, Superdry, John Lewis, and &SONS UK, including cotton-modal and modal fabric platforms. My background includes evaluating samples, managing QC processes, coordinating with mills, sourcing suppliers, and supporting full-cycle development from fabric R&D to bulk production. With strong technical knowledge of modal/cotton-modal fabrics, flatlock stitching, waistband engineering, shrinkage control, and performance testing, I can confidently lead your sourcing, sampling, and early production phases. I also have a strong network of Sri Lankan garment and fabric manufacturers, enabling quick sourcing and reliable quality oversight. I would be happy to support this project end-to-end and help establish long-term supplier partnerships for your brand. Thank you, Thilaka Bandara Sri Lanka Email: _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

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Hello,
I am very interested in the Freelance Merchandiser role for your premium men’s underwear project. I bring over 25 years of experience in fabric development, raw material sourcing, men’s underwear manufacturing, and technical QA for global brands.

I have directly handled men’s underwear programs for M&S, PVH, Superdry, John Lewis, and &SONS UK, including cotton-modal and modal fabric platforms. My background includes evaluating samples, managing QC processes, coordinating with mills, sourcing suppliers, and supporting full-cycle development from fabric R&D to bulk production.

With strong technical knowledge of modal/cotton-modal fabrics, flatlock stitching, waistband engineering, shrinkage control, and performance testing, I can confidently lead your sourcing, sampling, and early production phases. I also have a strong network of Sri Lankan garment and fabric manufacturers, enabling quick sourcing and reliable quality oversight.

I would be happy to support this project end-to-end and help establish long-term supplier partnerships for your brand.

Thank you,
Thilaka Bandara
Sri Lanka
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Independent Fabric & Sourcing Consultant at Sri Lanka & Regional

January 1, 2024 - Present

Support global clients with men’s underwear sourcing, raw material selection, and supplier matching. Evaluate samples for stitch quality, waistband strength, shrinkage, pilling, and handfeel. Assist brands with modal and cotton-modal sourcing, ensuring quality, cost, and MOQ alignment. Leverage strong Sri Lankan factory network to connect buyers with capable producers.

Senior Manager – Fabric Technology & QA (Men’s Underwear & Workwear) at NOR Lanka (Pvt) Ltd

January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2024

Led fabric and raw material development for Superdry men’s underwear (cotton–spandex briefs & boxers). Managed private-label underwear programs for John Lewis (Cotton/Modal) and &SONS UK. Performed technical evaluations on knit structures, waistband materials, flatlock seams, and finished garment performance. Improved fabric stability and reduced shade variation by 22% through optimized finishing controls. Coordinated supplier communications, testing approvals, and production risk assessments.

Group Manager – Fabric Technology, QA & FR Development (Underwear + Protective Wear) at Hela Clothing (Pvt) Ltd

January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2018

Supported men’s underwear programs for M&S and PVH (Calvin Klein/Tommy Hilfiger). Evaluated underwear fabrics for shrinkage, stretch recovery, waistband durability, pilling, and wash performance. Led raw material development across knit and woven categories, collaborating with mills and production teams. Reduced quality claims by 30% with proactive testing and early-stage technical screening.

Senior Fabric Technologist – Performance Knits & Underwear Support at MAS Intimates, Sri Lanka

January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2010

Developed and validated performance fabrics for Nike, Adidas, Victoria’s Secret, Jocky and intimate apparel brands. Evaluated underwear fabric behaviour: stretch, shrinkage, pH levels, sweat testing, abrasion resistance. Supported sample approval and risk assessment for bulk orders.

Fabric Technologist (Various Roles) at Winter Quilt; Ran Malu Fashion; Pugoda Textiles

January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2004

Fabric inspections, testing, lab dips, colour management, garment-dye processes. Dimensional stability, pilling, skew, tensile strength, and colourfastness. Large-scale finishing and dyeing process coordination.