Junior Merchandiser

Job Description

Title: Junior Merchandiser

Company Name: ZXY International

Vacancy: --

Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:
∎ 2 to 3 years

Published: 14 Nov 2024

Education:
∎ Graduate in Textile Manufacturing / Apparel Merchandising from a well reputed institute

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ 2-3 years’ Merchandising experience in a reputed buying office or factory in both Knit & Woven category
∎ Must have experience of fabrics, product development, accessories, costing etc.
∎ We highly encourage female candidates to apply for the position
∎ Should be able to handle MIS entries
∎ Good knowledge in costing and knowing the current yarn prices in the market
∎ Should have excellent understanding of technical / production process
∎ Must have skills in examining and establishing proper merchandising operations and procedures
∎ Should have ideas about effective communication for raw materials, booking and delivery
∎ Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact and build relationships work as a team
∎ Should be well-groomed, smart and energetic
∎ Strong presentation and delivery skills
∎ Strong attention to detail and accuracy, aiming for perfection
∎ Excellent written and verbal communication both in Bangla and English
∎ IT proficiency - advance level skill is a MUST in MS Office package (Especially PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook)
∎ Should be proactive and dynamic, ability to work hard efficiently
∎ Ability to multitask and remain organized, meet deadlines
∎ Experience and Educational Requirements
∎ 2-3 years’ Merchandising experience in a reputed buying office or factory in both Knit & Woven category
∎ Must have experience of fabrics, product development, accessories, costing etc.
∎ We highly encourage female candidates to apply for the position
∎ Additional Job Requirements
∎ Should be able to handle MIS entries
∎ Good knowledge in costing and knowing the current yarn prices in the market
∎ Should have excellent understanding of technical / production process
∎ Must have skills in examining and establishing proper merchandising operations and procedures
∎ Should have ideas about effective communication for raw materials, booking and delivery
∎ Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact and build relationships work as a team
∎ Should be well-groomed, smart and energetic
∎ Strong presentation and delivery skills
∎ Strong attention to detail and accuracy, aiming for perfection
∎ Excellent written and verbal communication both in Bangla and English
∎ IT proficiency - advance level skill is a MUST in MS Office package (Especially PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook)
∎ Should be proactive and dynamic, ability to work hard efficiently
∎ Ability to multitask and remain organized, meet deadlines

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Follow up on production and samples with factories and ensure related procedures
∎ Support in the preparation of the QA files to hand it over on time for both buyer and QA
∎ Execute steps in the merchandising cycle (File / Record keeping / Sampling / TNAs / QA file making / Production follow ups / Shipment booking)
∎ Execute trims, accessories, fabric sourcing (overseas and local)
∎ Coordinate and monitor quality of the product through quality personnel
∎ Study enquiry received with senior merchant
∎ Study tech packs thoroughly
∎ Follow-up for development samples, artwork approvals, fabric approvals etc.
∎ Prepare costing sheets with all the necessary breakdowns from factories
∎ Communicate with factories on lab dip, fabric, proto submission based on set timelines
∎ Monitor production as per T&A
∎ Ensure smooth communication with customers and suppliers on day-to-day merchandising activities and approvals
∎ Liaise with the fabric mills and suppliers ahead of design packs to develop new fabrics and finishes to reduce lead time
∎ Ensure all suppliers are using nominated sources for trims
∎ Provide monthly intelligence report to the business on actual and potential rises and falls in current cost factors
∎ Visit factories regularly to get market intelligence
∎ Ensure and monitor shipment of the product
∎ ZXY International, a global apparel sourcing company, has been established with a clear mission to be unique, innovative, redefine global sourcing standards, as well as be the best sourcing partner in the apparel sector. Today, we have an empowered team of over 800 colleagues across international locations of Bangladesh, Turkey, India, Pakistan and Egypt; each team member is committed to our “Passion for Perfection” motto.
∎ Grab the opportunity to be a part of a truly global workplace, where passion and engagement are met with professional and personal development opportunities. Make a real difference on a global scale and shape a sustainable and fulfilling career path.
∎ We are currently hiring for the position of Junior Merchandiser at our HQ, in the heart of Dhaka. Join our family and build an inspired career you’re proud of.
∎ Job Context
∎ The Junior Merchandiser will be accountable for working closely with the team and ensuring effective follow up from product development and sampling stage till shipment ensuring seamless execution of daily tasks and timely dispatch in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
∎ Job Responsibilities
∎ Follow up on production and samples with factories and ensure related procedures
∎ Support in the preparation of the QA files to hand it over on time for both buyer and QA
∎ Execute steps in the merchandising cycle (File / Record keeping / Sampling / TNAs / QA file making / Production follow ups / Shipment booking)
∎ Execute trims, accessories, fabric sourcing (overseas and local)
∎ Coordinate and monitor quality of the product through quality personnel
∎ Study enquiry received with senior merchant
∎ Study tech packs thoroughly
∎ Follow-up for development samples, artwork approvals, fabric approvals etc.
∎ Prepare costing sheets with all the necessary breakdowns from factories
∎ Communicate with factories on lab dip, fabric, proto submission based on set timelines
∎ Monitor production as per T&A
∎ Ensure smooth communication with customers and suppliers on day-to-day merchandising activities and approvals
∎ Liaise with the fabric mills and suppliers ahead of design packs to develop new fabrics and finishes to reduce lead time
∎ Ensure all suppliers are using nominated sources for trims
∎ Provide monthly intelligence report to the business on actual and potential rises and falls in current cost factors
∎ Visit factories regularly to get market intelligence
∎ Ensure and monitor shipment of the product

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Attractive remuneration is being offered for the position
∎ Group life & Hospitalization insurance
∎ Contributory Provident Fund
∎ Pick and Drop facility
∎ Corporate mobile ceiling
∎ Subsidized lunch facility at corporate Canteen
∎ State-of-the-art Passion Café
∎ World class work environment
∎ Remuneration & Benefits
∎ Attractive remuneration is being offered for the position
∎ Group life & Hospitalization insurance
∎ Contributory Provident Fund
∎ Pick and Drop facility
∎ Corporate mobile ceiling
∎ Subsidized lunch facility at corporate Canteen
∎ State-of-the-art Passion Café
∎ World class work environment

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Read Before Apply:

Interested applicants are invited to submit the following information at careers@zxyinternational.com

A cover letter including a 2-page (max) description of why you are an ideal candidate and what you would bring to the role.

A current curriculum vitae.

A portfolio of recent work.

Names and contacts (telephone and e-mail addresses) of three professional referees who are familiar with your qualifications and work experience. Your nominated referees ideally should have persons from each of the following category: direct supervisor, head of HR and peer.

If you are applying online, you are advised to bring the hard copy of the aforementioned Cover Letter with a current curriculum vitae mentioning referees as mentioned above and design/developments portfolio, if you are invited for the interview.

The screening will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applicants, we appreciate all interest but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.