Merchandising Manager

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for trims and accessories that align with brand goals.
• Ensure sourcing from domestic and international suppliers, optimizing cost, quality and delivery timelines while maintaining compliance with company standards.
• Prepare comprehensive reports analyzing sourcing performance, cost savings and production milestones.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure access to the latest materials and innovations that support the brand's creative direction.
• Conduct ongoing research into market trends, competitor products, and providing insights that inform design choices and material selection.
• Proactively identify new materials and techniques to enhance the brand's product offerings and stay ahead of market trends.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align on design objectives, material sourcing, and production schedules.
• Managing timelines for product delivery, ensuring that projects are completed on time meeting the expected quality standard.
• Responsible for identifying and tracking vendor capabilities and performance management, including:
• Evaluate vendors based on compliance, consistent quality standards, delivery timelines and cost competitiveness
• Assess and analyze vendor capacities and planning teams to utilize projections and forecasts
• Responsible for interviewing, recruiting, planning, assigning, and directing work
• Supervise the creation of samples and oversee testing to meet functional and visual standards.
• Ensure all products meet high-quality standards and maintain consistency with brand guidelines.
• Monitor material inventory to ensure uninterrupted production flow, resolve technical issues, and assist with vendor claims as needed.
• Responsible for managing the Merchant and QA team.
• Ensure timely delivery of products, manage shipment schedules, and maintain alignment with delivery targets.
• Lead quality assurance processes throughout the production cycle to uphold brand standards and minimize defects.

• Masters
• Bachelor of Science (BSc)
• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Fashion Merchandising
• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Textile Engineering
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Supply Chain Management

• Masters
• Bachelor of Science (BSc)
• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Textile Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

• 6 to 10 years

• At least 6 to 10 years and preference will be given of PEPCO working experience as a manufacturer.
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Garments
• Minimum 8+ years in sourcing, merchandising, or apparel production, preferably in the Knit & Woven both expertise.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, quality control, and manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of design principles, materials, and production processes.
• Ability to interact and collaborate with factories, suppliers, and vendors with experience in negotiation.
• Robust problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve potential issues in product development.
• Sound knowledge of all types of yarn, fabric, garments, accessories, pattern, fit, technical aspects of garment construction, print, embroidery, washing, and other applications and processes.
• Ability to analyze retail and market trends and adjust product assortments while maintaining brand integrity standards.
• Fluency in both English and Bangla.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, particularly Excel/Sheets.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proactive mindset toward process improvement and optimization.
• Keen attention to detail with strong decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with costing, BOM, purchase order processing, and AQL standards.
• Familiarity with inventory management, quality control processes

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