About this role
<p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Do you enjoy working hands-on with products, suppliers and daily follow-ups?<br>Are you someone who keeps things moving by staying close to the details?<br>And do you feel proud when products are delivered on time and done right?</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">YOUR TEAM</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">You’ll be part of BESTSELLER’s Global Sourcing organisation Bestseller bangladesh working closely with suppliers, brand teams and internal partners across functions. We’re a practical, fast-moving setup where strong collaboration and clear ownership are essential to delivering results.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">As a Merchandiser, you’ll work closely with your Merchandising Manager and fellow merchandisers. You’ll be part of a team that values preparation, transparency and teamwork — and where everyone plays a role in bringing collections from idea to shipment.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">YOUR ROLE</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">As Merchandiser, you support and execute the merchandising process from development through production and shipment. You work closely with suppliers to ensure products meet quality, timing and price expectations, while following agreed calendars and procedures.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">This is a hands-on role where structure, follow-up and communication make the difference. You stay close to the product, monitor progress daily and step in when things need attention. You support development activities, sample follow-ups and production execution — and you help ensure everything runs smoothly.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Source the right supplier for the right product while proactively monitoring performance and driving sustainable business growth.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Handle and monitor the entire process from development to shipment;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Support the suppliers in product development and source new fabric, trim and shapes according to assigned brand trend’s material;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ensure the suppliers develop new versions of best-selling styles;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Make sure to develop express styles in close cooperation with the buyer to close gaps;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ensure the suppliers are well prepared for seminars and individual meetings with buyers;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Negotiate prices, capacity planning and production leadtime with the suppliers;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Obtain relevant style and production information before each collection and express styles;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Well maintaining sample/bulk order follow-up overview list;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Close follow up on proto and sales samples to ensure shipment of each style on time;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ensure the orders are carried out based on the agreements between buyer and supplier;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Approval of lab dips/swatches and care labels;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Follow up on photo sample to the brand’s sample list;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Follow up on PP and shipment sample for on time approval;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Monitor critical path and update buyers;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Random Spot check and share report with buying team and update BSQC team.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ensure the performance of our suppliers and frequently evaluate them;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Make sure to train and guide the suppliers according to BESTSELLER requirements;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Close cooperation with the supporting teams for quality inspection and chemical requirement;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Come up with solutions in cooperation with supplier and buyers if challenges may occur;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ensure claim handling in a fast and professional way;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ensure a professional relationship to suppliers as well as buyers and designers;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Business trips to the suppliers and to Denmark.</span></p> <h4><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Success criteria</span></h4> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Understanding the vision and strategy of the brand and developing well prepared styles, new fabrics and trim according to the trend for competitive prices;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Turnover growth index should be properly monitored. Growth index in the product group through well prepared offer styles for the main collections as well as closing gaps in the season on each product group;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">All processes are closely monitored and followed up to ensure smooth sample and production process;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">All bulk orders are delivered on time and as agreed between supplier and buyer; deliveries should be on time 95%.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">All production samples, especially KA sample and SMS on-time performance.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Suppliers and buyers are supported in the wanted and needed way for each collection and for express needs;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Supplier sustainability rating and high-performance rating follow up and ensure 75% volume with highly rated suppliers.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Acting as a good team player and colleague according to BESTSELLER’s founding principles.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">YOUR PROFILE</span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">You are structured, detail-oriented and enjoy seeing things through. You take responsibility for your tasks, follow up consistently and communicate clearly with the people around you. You enjoy working close to the product and understand how your work support</span><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> contributes to</span><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> the bigger picture.</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">We imagine you bring:</span></p> <ul style="margin-top:12.0pt;margin-bottom:12.0pt"> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0cm 12.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">A Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field.</span></li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0cm 12.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">5+ years of experience within merchandising, sourcing or production coordination.</span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Relavent experience in Trading house/buying house will be prefferable </span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">A basic understanding of product development and production processes</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Confidence working with suppliers and cross-functional teams</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Strong follow-up and organisational skills</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Fluent English, written and spoken</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">A hands-on mindset and willingness to learn and grow</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">WHAT WE OFFER</span></strong></span></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">A hands-on role with exposure to the full sourcing and production process</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Close collaboration with experienced colleagues and suppliers</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">A culture built on trust, responsibility and teamwork</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Opportunities to develop your skills and grow within sourcing</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">A dynamic environment where your contribution matters</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;background-color:white;color:black">Workplace : Dhaka</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">CALL FOR ACTION</span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">If you’re ready to take responsibility, learn fast and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.<br>Send us your CV and application. We review applications continuously and close the role once we’ve found the right match.</span></p> <p> </p><p><b>ABOUT BESTSELLER </b><br> <em>At BESTSELLER, we are more than 20,000 people in 38 different countries working for over 20 fashion brands such as JACK & JONES, SELECTED, VERO MODA, ONLY, PIECES, VILA, OBJECT, MAMALICIOUS, NAME IT, NOISY MAY and Y.A.S. We are a family-owned company with a strong foundation and values to build on, empowering us to pursue the ideas we believe in to take BESTSELLER forward. We are committed to diversity and provide equal opportunities for everyone, irrespective of sex, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We strive to create an empowering environment where people can thrive and develop. For more information, visit www.bestseller.com. </em></p>