Responsibilities & Context
Paragon Group is one of the largest business conglomerates in the country is looking for dynamic and experienced candidate for the position of Sr. Manager (Merchandising) for its export oriented synthetic footwear factory, located at Ashulia, Savar, Dhaka.
Responsibility:
1. Strategic Planning & Leadership
- Develop and implement merchandising strategies aligned with company objectives.
- Lead cross-functional teams across product development, merchandising, and supply chain.
- Set departmental goals (sales, margins, delivery performance) and ensure achievement.
2. Buyer Management & Business Development
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key buyers, brands, and buying offices.
- Identify and onboard new clients to grow the business.
- Negotiate order volumes, prices, delivery schedules, and payment terms with buyers.
3. Costing & Profitability Control
- Review and approve product cost sheets prepared by merchandising teams.
- Ensure profitability through efficient material sourcing, consumption control, and price negotiations.
- Monitor margin performance and make corrective actions where needed.
4. Team Leadership & Development
- Supervise merchandising managers, mid-level merchandisers, and support staff.
- Conduct performance reviews, training, and mentoring to develop the merchandising team.
5. Order Execution Monitoring
- Oversee the entire merchandising process—from sampling to shipment—for key accounts.
- Resolve high-level issues related to production delays, quality concerns, and buyer dissatisfaction.
- Monitor production plans and ensure alignment with merchandising delivery schedules.
6. Product Development Oversight
- Guide seasonal product development plans in collaboration with design and R&D teams.
- Review sampling programs and product innovation strategies.
7. Vendor & Supply Chain Management
- Approve vendor selection and evaluate supplier performance.
- Ensure raw material sourcing is cost-effective, timely, and of the required quality.
8. Compliance & Quality Oversight
- Ensure all merchandise meets buyer-specific compliance and quality standards.
- Work closely with QA/technical teams and CSR/compliance departments.
9. Reporting & Communication
- Report merchandising KPIs, performance metrics, and forecasts to top management.
- Analyze market trends, buyer feedback, and sales data to drive decisions.
Any other relevant assignment given by the management.