Golam Maola
Senior Merchandiser
Dhaka
Summary
With 14 years of experience in the apparel industry, I have worked in various positions within local and multinational companies. My expertise includes collection development, product sourcing, costing and negotiation, analytical thinking, problem-solving, people training & management , and project management. I also have a strong focus on developing sustainable materials and processes and co-creating inspiring goals. I am a self-motivated, curious, and fast learner and prides on being organized, open-minded and driven by values. I believe that every problem can be transformed into a workable solution with passion and a positive approach.
My Strength’s: Includer I Strategic I Futuristic I Developer I Positivity.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6021
6021
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Merchandiser
Hennes & Mauritz AB (H&M)
11.2021 - Current
- Responsible for handling global business accounts of 30M businesses in terms of 150M APX values
- Responsible for Bangladesh Heavy Knit supplier capacity management for all assortment
- Accountable to develop a market strategy based on seasonal trends of buying
- Seasonal material secure with the best deal to maximize sustainability score and the best deal
- Handel global production markets, such as: India, China, Myanmar, Turkey, Cambodia
- Developing people to improve organizational efficiency with agile leadership to establish fair play in the workplace
- Vendor management & supply chain management
- Have strong communication with buying team based on each week selling report to plan the next purchase based on customer shopping behavior
- Roadmap for capacity, capability, cost, and long/short-term vision/goals
- Digital platform to adapt to the fast-growing fashion industry
- Limitless collaboration
- Diverse experience in work areas in different projects
Merchandiser
Hennes & Mauritz AB (H&M)
05.2018 - 11.2021
- Drive development, quotation and order follow up processes as per the set plan/ goals to secure the best deal for products and on time delivery
- Strike the right balance between obtaining the best price for the company and customers while considering production lead-times, product quality, safety, user-friendliness, and sustainability
- Build and maintain strong relationship with supplier and ensure the right supplier are selected for each product
- Monitor suppliers’ performance and manage supplier relations related to short and long-term goals of production by considering all success factors such as price, fashion, speed, sustainable material, and innovation
- Work collaboratively with the Supply Chain team during business execution, ensuring alignment and cooperation to secure optimized procurement procedures and creative solutions based on data and product knowledge
Sr. Merchandiser
ZXY International FZCO.
02.2016 - 05.2018
- Company Overview: An Apparel Buying Solution
- Works for any kind of Men’s, Ladies, Boy’s, Kids (T-Shirt, Polo, Men’s Vest, Heavy Knit, Jacket, Woven Top and Bottom)
- To communicate with buyer regular basis price, product,any other issues such as approval, shipment etc.
- To give the feedback to supplies regarding price, sample and possible request
- Brand’s Work: U.S Polo, Grafton, Ben Sherman, Fairpoint Denmark, Mr Denmark
Merchandiser
Kleider Fashion Ltd.
10.2014 - 02.2016
- Company Overview: (A Concern unit of Norwest Industries Ltd.-PDS Multinational Group) An apparel Buying House
- Works for any kind of Men’s, Ladies, Boy’s, Kids (T-Shirt, Polo, Legging, Tank Top, Men’s Vest, Bibs, Heavy Knit, Under Garments, Sweater, Woven Top and bottom)
- To give the feedback to supplies regarding price, sample and possible request
- Use the price history list, planned production units, capacity plan
- Brand’s Work: Woolworth (Germany)
Merchandiser
Reedisha Knitex Ltd.
05.2010 - 09.2014
- Company Overview: A Sister Concern of Group Reedisha 100% Export Oriented Knit Composite Industry
- Work at Boys, Ladies & Kids T-shirt, Polo shirt, Tank top, Night wear, Trouser, Knitting jacket, Interlock knit item, Viscose or Rayon knit item, Cotton Modal, PC, CVC, Naps, Linen & Viscose or Rayon spandex knit item
- Costing, Communication & Management skills to handle Buyer
- Brand’s work for: Marks & Spencer, United Colors of Benetton, Bossini, INDITEX (Zara), Billabong, Sonae (Zippy), Umbro
Education
S.S.C - Science- Major Sub: Physics, Chemistry
Sreeram Pur High School
H.S.C - Science- Major Sub: Physics, Chemistry, Higher Math.
Shaheed Ramij Uddin Cantonment College
B.Sc - Textile Engineering
Daffodil International University
Skills
Computer Literacy
Operating Systems (Windows-98, Windows-XP, Windows-2007, Windows-2008, Linux)
Microsoft Office
Excel
Power Point
Computer Hardware Assembling
Analytical Ability
Motivation
Commitment
Hard Working
Decision-Making
Communication Skills
Presentation Skills
Merchandise Allocation
Skillsabilities
Have sound knowledge in computer operating and browsing. Operating system of Windows-98, Windows-XP, Windows-2007, Windows-2008 & Linux. Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point and some other application. Sending and receiving of e-mail, searching any subject matter, web browsing and so on. Experience in Computer hardware assembling & Maintains., Excellent listening, reading, and writing ability in English. So good command on speaking. Have fine experience of short story writing in Bengali., Strong analytical ability., Strong motivation and commitment for work., Hard working and decision-making ability with a short time., Commendable communication and presentation skill.
Personal Information
- Height: 1m 75cm
- Weight: 90 Kgs
- Father's Name: Md. Ibrahim
- Mother's Name: Salina Begum
- Blood Group: O (+ve)
- Date of Birth: 06/30/88
- Nationality: Bangladeshi by birth
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Islam
Nid
732 898 2041
Training
- Having two months Industrial training in Hamid Fabrics Ltd., 100% Export Oriented Woven Fabrics Manufacturing Industry. Shilmandi. Narshingdi.
- Having special fabrics training in Nittrad at Savar.
References
- Md. Alamgir Tito, H&M, Global Merchandising Senior Manager , +8801817582621, Professional
- Zia Uddin Ahmed, Group Reedisha, VP, Marketing & Merchandising, +8801716387477, Professional
Proclamation
I do hereby declare that the information provided here are true and no misinformation is given. I have also got sheer interest in working at grass-root level with people & mobilizing them.
Timeline
Senior Merchandiser
Hennes & Mauritz AB (H&M)
11.2021 - Current
Merchandiser
Hennes & Mauritz AB (H&M)
05.2018 - 11.2021
Sr. Merchandiser
ZXY International FZCO.
02.2016 - 05.2018
Merchandiser
Kleider Fashion Ltd.
10.2014 - 02.2016
Merchandiser
Reedisha Knitex Ltd.
05.2010 - 09.2014
S.S.C - Science- Major Sub: Physics, Chemistry
Sreeram Pur High School
H.S.C - Science- Major Sub: Physics, Chemistry, Higher Math.
Shaheed Ramij Uddin Cantonment College
B.Sc - Textile Engineering
Daffodil International University
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