Executive / Junior Executive - Fabric Sourcing at ZXY International

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Textile Engineering
• Graduate in Textile Engineering with a focus in Yarn or Fabric Manufacturing/Engineering from a well reputed institute

Experience

• At least 3 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Garments, Textile

Additional Requirements

• Passionate about Fabrics and Apparel Fashion with commercial awareness

• Must be highly organized and pay great attention to details

• Good knowledge in costing and knowing the current yarn/fabric prices in the market

• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as needed

• 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

• Proficient with MS Office package (Especially, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook)

• Should be proactive and dynamic, ability to work hard efficiently

• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast paced and creative environment

Experience Requirements

• At least 3 years’ experience in Fabric Sourcing and Development in a reputed buying office

• A strong technical knowledge of yarns, fabrics, print processes, knit/woven construction, fabric finishes, washing techniques and an analytical understanding of color is essential

• Having existing contacts and relationships with a wide range of fabric suppliers will be an added advantage

• Should have basic knowledge of sustainable fashion solutions and material innovation

Responsibilities & Context

• 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 Executive / Junior Executive - Fabric Sourcing at our HQ, in the heart of Dhaka. Join our family and build an inspired career you’re proud of.

Job Context

• The Executive / Junior Executive - Fabric Sourcing will be accountable for assisting in the development of the global fabric library (Bangladesh) to support seasonal inspiration as well as an archive of ZXY’s seasonal production fabrics. The incumbent will also be responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the central fabric database in the ERP system that can easily be navigated by all functional areas, globally.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up the global central fabric library with the best-selling quality fabrics in both Knit & Woven categories

• Research fabric trends by attending fabric mill appointments and local fabric shows and create fabric resource lists

• Assist in maintaining a library of fabrics that are representative of raw materials that could be used in bulk production

• Assist in selecting, identifying, and locating fabrics for Business Units & Design team, as well as offer fabric alternatives in terms of cost, quality, lead time, newness, and sustainable fabrication

• Maintaining the library brand-wise, season-wise, and category-wise daily

• Maintain seasonal documentation in chart/ boards/ binders

• Help to Index, barcode and categorize fabrics in a systematic way for hangers

• Assist with the visual merchandising of the library based on the theme and the season as per the brand handwriting

• Manage receipts of new fabrics and categorize them accordingly by type in the fabric library

• Keep a detailed record of the fabric information and qualities in ERP system and in fabric books

• Assist in scheduling fabric and supplier appointments as and when required

• Assist in liaising with Design and Product Development teams on testing issues, and with Merchandisers on bulk production issues

• Strategically maintain fabric archive for digital and physical fabric library

Compensation & Other Benefits

• 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

Read Before Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit the following information at careers@zxyinternational.com;

• A cover letter including a 2-page (max) description of why you are an ideal candidate and what you would bring to the role.

• A current curriculum vitae.

• Names and contacts (telephone and e-mail addresses) of three professional referees who are familiar with your qualifications and work experience. Your nominated referees ideally should have persons from each of the following category: direct supervisor, head of HR and peer.

If you are applying online, you are advised to bring the hard copy of the aforementioned Cover Letter with a current curriculum vitae mentioning referees as mentioned above, if you are invited for the interview.

The screening will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applicants, we appreciate all interest, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ZXY INTERNATIONAL

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Apply Procedure

Email Your CV

Send your CV to the given email careers@zxyinternational.com

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