JASON PILLAY
Nadi,Fiji
Summary
Results-driven Product Manager with expertise in product strategy and revenue generation. Skilled in competitive intelligence and organizational effectiveness, leading product launches and boosting sales. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to streamline development and implementation processes, ensuring high customer engagement throughout the product lifecycle.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Tappoo Group
Nadi, Fiji
10.2025 - Current
Head Of Product Category (Bulawear And Resortwear)
Jacks of Fiji
Nadi, Fiji
11.2023 - 10.2025
Category Leader (Men's Fashionwear And Souvenir Clothing)
Jacks of Fiji
04.2022 - 11.2023
Buyer/Allocator (Men's Fashionwear)
Jacks of Fiji
03.2020 - 04.2022
Buyer (QAQA And Surf-wear)
Jacks of Fiji
08.2019 - 03.2020
Restoration Manager (In Training)
ServiceMaster Restore
Stockton, USA
05.2015 - 02.2019
- Executed water mitigation, fire damage and arson structural mitigation, mold control, and trauma analysis and treatment to restore affected environments.
- Oversaw Pro-Cure and ozone control systems, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and operational standards.
- Oversaw inventory management and supply ordering processes.
Bose Technician
Courts Fiji
Nadi, Fiji
02.2012 - 06.2012
Education
Certificate in Purchasing and Procurement Basics -
University Of The South Pacific
01-2022
Certificate Program in Public Procurement -
World Bank
01-2019
High School Diploma - Technical Science
Natabua High School
Lautoka, Fiji01-2010
Fiji Seventh Form Examination -
Natabua High School
Lautoka, Fiji01-2010
Fiji School Leaving Certificate -
Natabua High School
Lautoka, Fiji01-2010
Fiji Junior Certificate -
Natabua High School
Lautoka, Fiji01-2010
Skills
- PROCUREMENT
- PROCUREMENT STRATEGIES
- SUPPLIER NEGOTIATION
- VENDOR RELATIONS
- INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
- BUDGETING
- SALES FORECASTING
- MARKET ANALYSIS
- TREND ANALYSIS
- STRATEGIC PLANNING
- PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
- RISK ASSESSMENT
- DATA DECISION-MAKING
- PROBLEM-SOLVING
- DECISION MAKING
- TIME MANAGEMENT
- WORK UNDER PRESSURE
- COLLABORATION SKILLS
- TEAM LEADERSHIP
Accomplishments
- Successfully led the Bulawear and Resortwear category to a 25% increase in overall sales within one fiscal year.
- Cultivated strong vendor relationships that enhanced product quality and reduced procurement costs by approximately 10%.
- Implemented innovative product strategies that improved customer engagement and boosted brand awareness by 30%.
- Spearheaded a cross-functional team that reduced product development time by 15%, accelerating time-to-market for new collections.
- Led a comprehensive training initiative for team members that not only improved product knowledge but also contributed to notable increases in customer satisfaction ratings.
- Designed a comprehensive data-driven market analysis approach that led to impactful product positioning and enhanced sales performance.
Personal Information
Nationality: Fijian
Languages
- Hindi
- English
Timeline
Buyer
Tappoo Group
10.2025 - Current
Head Of Product Category (Bulawear And Resortwear)
Jacks of Fiji
11.2023 - 10.2025
Category Leader (Men's Fashionwear And Souvenir Clothing)
Jacks of Fiji
04.2022 - 11.2023
Buyer/Allocator (Men's Fashionwear)
Jacks of Fiji
03.2020 - 04.2022
Buyer (QAQA And Surf-wear)
Jacks of Fiji
08.2019 - 03.2020
Restoration Manager (In Training)
ServiceMaster Restore
05.2015 - 02.2019
Bose Technician
Courts Fiji
02.2012 - 06.2012
Certificate in Purchasing and Procurement Basics -
University Of The South Pacific
Certificate Program in Public Procurement -
World Bank
High School Diploma - Technical Science
Natabua High School
Fiji Seventh Form Examination -
Natabua High School
Fiji School Leaving Certificate -
Natabua High School
Fiji Junior Certificate -
Natabua High School