Manager (Merchandiser)

Job Description

Title: Manager (Merchandiser)

Company Name: HKD Outdoor Innovations Ltd.

Vacancy: 01

Age: 35 to 45 years

Job Location: Chattogram (Karnaphuli )

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• 7 to 10 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Garments

• Masters

• 7 to 10 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Garments

• Age 35 to 45 years
• Only Male

Working With Columbia Sports and Decathlon Buyer will given preference.

1. Buyer Communication and Relationship Management:

• Act as the primary point of contact for international and local buyers.

• Understand buyer requirements, specifications, and expectations.

• Build and maintain long-term buyer relationships through regular updates and feedback.

2. Team Leadership and Management:

• Lead and supervise a team of merchandisers and assistant merchandisers.

• Allocate tasks, set performance goals, and conduct training to improve team productivity.

• Monitor the team’s progress and ensure timely execution of responsibilities.

3. Order Management:

• Handle the complete lifecycle of orders: sampling, approvals, production follow-up, and shipment.

• Monitor critical path timelines to ensure on-time delivery.

• Review and approve pre-production samples (PP samples) and size sets.

4. Costing and Pricing:

• Analyze and finalize garment costing with accurate consumption and negotiation with suppliers.

• Work with the production, sourcing, and finance teams to optimize cost without compromising quality.

5. Product Development:

• Coordinate with design and product development teams to develop new styles and collections.

• Ensure all developments meet buyer expectations and market trends. Organize sample development timelines and approvals.

6. Production Follow-Up

• Liaise with production, quality, and planning departments to track order progress.

• Solve production-related issues proactively to avoid delays.

• Ensure raw materials and trims are sourced on time.

7. Quality Assurance:

• Ensure products meet quality standards as required by buyers.

• Coordinate with the quality team for in-line and final inspections.

8. Vendor and Supply Chain Coordination:

• Coordinate with fabric/trims suppliers and manufacturers to ensure timely procurement.

• Build strong relationships with vendors to improve sourcing flexibility and reliability.

9. Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare and present weekly/monthly order status reports to top management and buyers.

• Maintain accurate records of orders, approvals, communications, and shipment details.

10. Market and Trend Analysis:

• Stay updated on market trends, competitor activity, and emerging fashion.

• Propose new products or ideas based on buyer profiles and market feedback.

11. Valued Responsibilities:

• Work on sustainability and compliance issues as per buyer and factory policies.

• Develop strategies to improve merchandising efficiency and reduce lead times.  

• Mobile bill,Provident fund,Insurance
• Lunch Facilities: Partially Subsidize
• Salary Review: Yearly
• Festival Bonus: 2