General Merchandise Manager

COMPANY

POSITION

LOCATION

SALARY

OVERVIEW

Our client, a globally recognized apparel manufacturer, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic General Manager – Merchandising to lead and optimize their merchandising operations in Bangladesh. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in formalwear merchandising, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven track record of driving results in large-scale manufacturing environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the overall merchandising strategy and execution to meet business objectives and client expectations.
• Oversee a large team of merchandisers and ensure seamless coordination with production, design, and sales teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key international buyers and clients.
• Analyze market trends and customer demands to develop product strategies for formalwear.
• Ensure timely and cost-effective execution of orders with focus on quality and compliance.
• Drive operational excellence, profitability, and process improvements within the merchandising function.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on product development, pricing, and delivery timelines.
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and performance management for the merchandising team.

PRE-REQUISITES

• Bachelor’s degree in Textile & Apparel, Marketing, Business Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 12–13 years of experience in apparel merchandising, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Mandatory experience in

  formal wear merchandising.

• Prior or current experience working in Bangladesh is preferred; overseas exposure is a plus.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.