Executive/Assistant Manager-Material Sourcing & Development(Leather)

Job Description

Title: Executive/Assistant Manager-Material Sourcing & Development(Leather)

Company Name: Apex Footwear Limited

Vacancy: 1

Age: 28 to 35 years

Job Location: Gazipur (Kaliakair)

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• At least 4 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Tannery/Footwear

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Leather / Footwear Engineering or Equivalent from a Public Private or Oversees University.

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in a footwear manufacturing environment, with a strong background in leather sourcing or tannery operations. Candidates with combined experience in both footwear factories and tanneries will be given preference.

• At least 4 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Tannery/Footwear

• Age 28 to 35 years

• Excellent understanding of the footwear manufacturing process, materials,and technologies.

• Understanding of the manufacturing processes of leather, its tanningprocess, difficulties & error finding leather in sample/production of footwear.

• Sound understanding of leather- Selection, Grading & Tanning process.

• Action Oriented & Results Driven

• Collaborates

• Communicates Effectively

• Customer Focus

• Being Resilient

• Instills Trust

• Source and develop suitable leather and other materials for footwear/SLG sampling and production.

• Ensure material selection aligns with design requirements, cost targets, and production feasibility.

• Collaborate closely with Designer, Product Management, Costing, QA,suppliers, and Production teams to ensure material consistency from development to bulk manufacturing.

• Recommend appropriate leather articles and grades based on product categories (e.g., sneakers, boots, sandals, dress shoes, etc.).

• Understand leather tanning processes to identify potential challenges in sample and bulk footwear production.

• Conduct leather grading and quality assessments and negotiate with suppliers for optimal pricing and quality.

• Manage material development processes, including swatch development \and distribution to stakeholders.

• Ensure bulk production materials match approved samples in quality and specifications through effective communication with suppliers.

• Ensure all sourced materials meet lab testing requirements and take necessary actions to maintain Apex quality standards.

• Compensation for the role 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

• Partially Subsidized Lunch

• Daycare service

• Apex Family Discount on Apex products