Assistant Manager- Designer, Design Lab

Job Description

Title: Assistant Manager- Designer, Design Lab

Company Name: Apex Footwear Limited

Vacancy: 1

Age: 26 to 35 years

Location: Gazipur (Kaliakair)

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:
∎ 4 to 5 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):Tannery/Footwear

Published: 5 Feb 2025

Education:
∎ The incumbent requires to have 4 years bachelor’s degree in Footwear engineering/ M.F.A in Fine arts from Public, Private or Oversees University.
∎ A PGD/Diploma degree from reputed institution on footwear manufacturing will add more value.
∎ The incumbent requires to have 4 years bachelor’s degree in Footwear engineering/ M.F.A in Fine arts from Public, Private or Oversees University.
∎ A PGD/Diploma degree from reputed institution on footwear manufacturing will add more value.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age 26 to 35 years
∎ Expertise in creating functional, aesthetically appealing, and innovative shoe designs.Understanding of different materials and construction techniques for quality and durability.
∎ Ability to analyze fashion trends, consumer preferences, and competitive landscapes to stay ahead in the industry.
∎ Knowledge of foot anatomy and comfort principles to ensure the shoes are both stylish and supportive.
∎ Expertise in eco-friendly materials and sustainable design practices, ensuring environmental responsibility in footwear production.
∎ Action Orientated & Result Driven
∎ Collaborates
∎ Communicates Effectively
∎ Customer Focus
∎ Being resilient
∎ Instills Trust
∎ Expertise in creating functional, aesthetically appealing, and innovative shoe designs.Understanding of different materials and construction techniques for quality and durability.
∎ Ability to analyze fashion trends, consumer preferences, and competitive landscapes to stay ahead in the industry.
∎ Knowledge of foot anatomy and comfort principles to ensure the shoes are both stylish and supportive.
∎ Expertise in eco-friendly materials and sustainable design practices, ensuring environmental responsibility in footwear production.
∎ Competencies and skills we are looking for:
∎ Action Orientated & Result Driven
∎ Collaborates
∎ Communicates Effectively
∎ Customer Focus
∎ Being resilient
∎ Instills Trust

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Identify and implement process improvements to enhance product quality, reduce time-to-market, and lower costs.
∎ Conduct market research and competitor analysis as needed.
∎ Stay informed about market trends, consumer preferences, and competitive products.
∎ Develop and manage product cost targets in collaboration with the finance and manufacturing teams.
∎ Ensure all products are developed within budget constraints.
∎ Ensure all products meet the company's quality standards and comply with relevant regulations and standards.
∎ Address and resolve any quality issues that arise during development.
∎ Coordinate with suppliers, factories, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of samples and final products.
∎ Understanding of the manufacturing processes involved in PU pouring and how to design for efficient production.
∎ Proficiency in Shoe master/ICAD Software and other product development tools.
∎ Identify and implement process improvements to enhance product quality, reduce time-to-market, and lower costs.
∎ Conduct market research and competitor analysis as needed.
∎ Stay informed about market trends, consumer preferences, and competitive products.
∎ Develop and manage product cost targets in collaboration with the finance and manufacturing teams.
∎ Ensure all products are developed within budget constraints.
∎ Ensure all products meet the company's quality standards and comply with relevant regulations and standards.
∎ Address and resolve any quality issues that arise during development.
∎ Coordinate with suppliers, factories, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of samples and final products.
∎ Understanding of the manufacturing processes involved in PU pouring and how to design for efficient production.
∎ Proficiency in Shoe master/ICAD Software and other product development tools.

Skills & Expertise:

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Compensation for the position is industry standard and negotiable
∎ Gratuity Facility
∎ Contributory Provident Fund
∎ Yearly Salary Review
∎ Yearly 02 Festival Bonuses
∎ Life Insurance (Accidental and Hospitalization)
∎ Discounts in hospitals & diagnostic centers
∎ Pick & Drop Facility- Dormitory Facility
∎ Partially Subsidizes Lunch
∎ Apex Family Discount on Apex Products
∎ Compensation for the position is industry standard and negotiable
∎ Gratuity Facility
∎ Contributory Provident Fund
∎ Yearly Salary Review
∎ Yearly 02 Festival Bonuses
∎ Life Insurance (Accidental and Hospitalization)
∎ Discounts in hospitals & diagnostic centers
∎ Pick & Drop Facility- Dormitory Facility
∎ Partially Subsidizes Lunch
∎ Apex Family Discount on Apex Products

Workplace:
∎ Work at office

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Gazipur (Kaliakair)

Company Information:
∎ Apex Footwear Limited
∎ House # 06, Road # 137, Block # SE(D), Gulshan 01, Dhaka 1212
∎ Apex Footwear Limited (AFL) is the leading manufacturer, exporter and retailer of leather footwear in Bangladesh. The company’s export unit is the leader in leather footwear export with 15+ destinations across Europe, North America & Asia. The company’s local unit comprising both Retail and Wholesale channels has a strong footprint with 250+ own retail outlets, 270+ authorized franchisee and 150+ listed distributors across the country. Being a renowned public limited company, AFL has employed more than 13,000 people and is fully compliant with the Corporate Governance Compliance Report. The company generated revenues of USD 175 million up to June 2017.

Address::
∎ House # 06, Road # 137, Block # SE(D), Gulshan 01, Dhaka 1212
∎ Apex Footwear Limited (AFL) is the leading manufacturer, exporter and retailer of leather footwear in Bangladesh. The company’s export unit is the leader in leather footwear export with 15+ destinations across Europe, North America & Asia. The company’s local unit comprising both Retail and Wholesale channels has a strong footprint with 250+ own retail outlets, 270+ authorized franchisee and 150+ listed distributors across the country. Being a renowned public limited company, AFL has employed more than 13,000 people and is fully compliant with the Corporate Governance Compliance Report. The company generated revenues of USD 175 million up to June 2017.

Read Before Apply: Please apply only who are fulfilling all the requirements of this job

Application Deadline: 3 Mar 2025

Category: Design/Creative

Interested By University

University Percentage (%)
Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology 7.96%
University of Development Alternative 5.31%
National University 5.31%
Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University 3.54%
University of Dhaka 3.54%
2.65%
Asian University of Bangladesh 2.65%
University of Rajshahi 2.65%
Faculty of Fine Art University of Dhaka 1.77%
Jahangirnagar University 1.77%

Interested By Age Range

Age Range Percentage (%)
20-30 56.64%
31-35 22.12%
36-40 7.96%
40+ 8.85%

Interested By Salary Range

Salary Range Percentage (%)
0-20K 7.14%
20K-30K 19.64%
30K-40K 17.86%
40K-50K 16.07%
50K+ 39.29%

Interested By Experience Range

Experience Range Percentage (%)
0 years (Freshers) 12.39%
0.1 - 1 years 2.65%
1.1 - 3 years 20.35%
3.1 - 5 years 11.50%
5+ years 53.10%

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