Merchandising Team Manager - Footwear (Sports Shoes)

Job Description

Title: Merchandising Team Manager - Footwear (Sports Shoes)

Company Name: ZXY International

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: --

Experience:

• 12 to 15 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Garments, Buying House

• Master of Science (MSc) in Footwear Engineering
• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Footwear Engineering

• Postgraduate/Graduate in Footwear Engineering or relevant degree from a well reputed institute

• 12 to 15 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Garments, Buying House

• At least 12 - 15 years of product experience in footwear development, sourcing and manufacturing, especially with a factory or buying office

• Proven track record of vendor management, price negotiation, and on-time delivery performance.

• 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

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 Merchandising Team Manager – Footwear (Sports Shoes) at our HQ, in the heart of Dhaka. Join our family and build an inspired career you’ll be proud of.

Job Context

• The Merchandising Team Manager will be accountable for leading our merchandising operations from concept to delivery. The incumbent will drive business results through strong customer communication, product development leadership, material sourcing, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration. This role demands a strategic thinker with hands-on execution capabilities and proven experience managing teams and large-scale footwear programs.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact point for customers to ensure clear, consistent communication on product strategy, costing, and delivery commitments.

• Build strong customer relationships to identify growth opportunities and strengthen long-term partnerships.

• Translate customer expectations into actionable merchandising and development strategies.

• Steer end-to-end product development process ensuring that all developments align with market trends, brand strategy, and customer requirements.

• Identify and develop reliable material sources and manufacturing partners.

• Lead the costing process, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness across all styles.

• Negotiate prices and margins in line with financial targets and company objectives.

• Oversee order placement, production tracking, and delivery follow-ups to ensure customer timelines and quality standards are met.

• Set and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for on-time delivery, quality, and cost efficiency.

• Troubleshoot production or shipment issues in collaboration with factories and internal teams.

• Lead and inspire a team of merchandisers to achieve operational and strategic goals.

• Identify and develop future talent within the team for career progression.

• 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