Dhaka, Bangladesh
Dedicated Sourcing Merchandiser & Experienced Textile Engineer with a proven track record of 10 years in the dynamic realms of Merchandising, Sourcing, Product Development, and Costing. My passion lies in bringing products from concept to reality, seamlessly merging creativity with cost efficiency. Throughout my career, I've honed my skills in identifying the latest market trends, forging strong relationships with suppliers, and meticulously managing the product lifecycle from inception to delivery. This journey has equipped me with a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics, enabling me to optimize sourcing strategies for quality and profitability. Driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, I thrive in cross-functional teams, collaborating with designers, production managers, and suppliers to achieve shared goals. I'm adept at navigating global markets, sourcing the best materials, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery without compromising on quality. My approach blends analytical thinking with a keen eye for design, ensuring each product not only meets but exceeds customer expectations. As the industry evolves, I remain agile, adapting strategies to meet changing market demands and driving growth for both the business and its partners. Let's connect to explore opportunities where my expertise can contribute to innovative projects, streamlined operations, and sustainable growth in the dynamic world of merchandising and sourcing.Looking after the Sourcing Merchandising , Development & Quotation of Tommy Hilfiger Men's Sportswear & Women's Sportswear Bangladesh Business. I'm a self motivated human being & always believes in the quote, "Stay Hungry Stay Foolish". I consider everyday as a fresh start where I'm going to get lots of new opportunities to learn. I believe in teamwork & I consider my self as a hard working team player.
As a Sourcing Merchandiser & Product Developer for Tommy Hilfiger Men's & Women's Sportswear, I am dedicated to maintaining the brand's reputation for quality, innovation, and timely delivery. Duties/Responsibilities: Supplier and Vendor Management: o Sourced, evaluated, and on boarded suppliers for Tommy Hilfiger Men's & Women's Sportswear, establishing long-term partnerships. o Negotiated pricing, minimum order quantities (MOQs), and payment terms to achieve cost competitiveness without compromising quality. Product Development: o Led the end-to-end product development process, translating design briefs into accurate technical specifications and detailed tech packs. o Managed sample development stages, ensuring prototypes align with brand design and quality standards. Calendar Management: o Monitored and ensured on-time delivery of Proto, FIT, and SMS samples for seasonal collections, aligning with critical brand deadlines. o Coordinated with cross-functional teams to streamline sample development, optimize timelines, and resolve fit and construction issues efficiently. Order Placement and Production Oversight: o Finalized order quantities in collaboration with production teams based on sales forecasts and historical trends. Proactively managed production schedules and collaborated with logistics to ensure timely shipment and delivery. Cross-Functional Collaboration: o Worked closely with designers, pattern makers, and sample machinists to ensure product quality and adherence to brand expectations. o Coordinated with logistics and distribution teams to optimize supply chain efficiency and meet delivery commitments.
- Looking after costing, development, SMS & order placement of Circular Knit Junior. - Initial 3D development/ Simulations with factories. - Price Quotation & Negotiation - Development & SMS Shipment - Factory Selection & Order placement -Seasonal Special Fabric/ Print & Embroidery Technique/ Special Workmanship Developments. - Sourcing Trims/ Accessories/ Fabric - Experienced working with PLM, SAP & Centric
- Following up the whole merchandising Procedure from Fit sample to PO to Shipment. - Looking After the Whole Merchandising Procedure of Peek & Cloppenburg KG Düsseldorf Brands: Review (Kids), MCNEAL (MEN'S) Christian Berg (Ladies). - Sourcing New Buyer ( Specially Fancy & Value added Products- Woven, Knit & Denim). - Developing new Buyer & existing buyer. - Sourcing Factories who can develop fancy value added products. - Sourcing Fabrics, Trims & accessories from supplier ,Collecting/ Negotiating prices. - Negotiating Price with the Buyer, Factory & Supplier. - Following up the Product development, SMS & Execution (shipment) - Working closely with Buyer & Supplier to get the best outcome in shortest time.
Directly Working With UK Design Team To Produce Unique Styles For Different Famous Brands. Sourcing Trims, Accessories & Fabrics From Local & Outside Suppliers. Developing New Samples For Sainsbury's & Poeticgem Int. Ltd. Next, George, Tesco, John Parka etc. Creating New Designing Concepts & Production Feasible Products On the basis of Designers Demand & Trend Analysis. Sourcing yarns & Producing New Fabrics On the Basis Of Designers Demand Producing New Print & Embroidery Techniques & Styling as par the trend.
Making Range Plan & Marketing Sample (Design & Product Development) for Buyers Like C&A (Yessica), M&S (Ladies), Varner Group (Bikbok, Qubus, Dressmann, Wow), Celio*, s.Oliver, Target etec. 1. Brainstorming, designing and producing concepts. 2.Creating Fashion design that suits the brand. 3.Developing patterns & Overseeing production. 4.Analyzing trends in fabrics, Colors & Shapes. 5.Supervising the making up of Sample Garments. 6.Quality Control. 7.Fore-planning of seasons/festivals Working with the different development merchandising team for sample development. Making costing of the designed marketing samples for buyer presentation & attending various buying meetings for new buyer development. Making Teck Packs with Full Specification, Print Artworks, Measurement Chart & Other Details. Making High Quality Graphic Print & Embroidery Artworks with pan tone Codes & Measurement. and Create Design accordingly that suits European Brands.