Md. Abdur Rahim Riju
Dhaka
Summary
Results-driven with extensive experience at Retail industry, recognized for boosting market share through innovative merchandising strategies and streamlined production processes. Proven expertise in data analysis and leadership of cross-functional teams, leading to substantial profit increases. Adept at building strong vendor relationships and enhancing supply chain operations to consistently achieve ambitious sales targets.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager- Merchandising
Bata Bangladesh
Gazipur
07.2016 - Current
- Partnering with the Chief Merchandising Manager and Category Manager to forecast sales and define Open-To-Buy (OTB) for a diverse range of Brand, including Bata, Comfit, Scholl & HP Open
- Utilizing market trends, mass market demand, and competitor insights to drive product development, leading to increase in market share within year to year
- Managing merchandise flow and replenishment for 245 company-owned and 80+ franchise stores, consistently meeting store objectives
- Analyzing sales, profitability, sell-out rates, and aged merchandise, identifying actionable improvements leading to increase in profit growth and reducing aged inventory
- Maximizing sales potential through education, displays, and service activities, resulted in increase in average transaction value
- Collaborating with stores to optimize merchandise ranges, increase in sales conversion rates and overall sales growth
Assistant Manager - Costing Efficiency & Associate Business Unit
Bata Bangladesh
Gazipur
09.2012 - 06.2016
- Recommend and assist in the introduction of high efficiency production methods with the objective of increasing productivity and reducing costs
- Assist in coordinating the activities of the Sales and Production Departments in producing a seasonal collection, pre-costing preliminary ideas and processes and finalizing the collection castings and prices
- Analyzing production specifications and plant capacity data and performs mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and human resource requirements
- Increase productivity and full fill market demand through outsourcing
Customer Service Manager
GrameenPhone
Dhaka
02.2007 - 08.2012
- Assessed customers' expectations to ensure high satisfaction levels.
- Address concerns promptly and effectively.
- Fostered reliable partnerships through consistent and interactive conversations.
Education
Masters - SCM
Asia Pacific University
Dhaka, Bangladesh01.2015
B.Sc. - Footwear
ILET DU
Dhaka, Bangladesh01.2007
Skills
- Merchandising Strategy
- Production Planning
- Product Development
- Materials coordination
- Pricing Strategy
- Inventory Management
- Data Analysis (Advanced MS Office)
- Supply chain management
- Vendor Relations
- Production Efficiency
- Production Coordination
- Negotiation
- Competitor research
- Cross-functional team management
- Strategic planning
Certification
- Leadership Training- Future Leader- Bata BD
- Benchmark Six Sigma - Bata BD
- Global Communication Leadership - Bata BD
- A guideline to Financial Statement- Bata e-University
- Communication with confidence- Bata e-University
- Conquering the challenge of Public Speaking- Bata e-University
Accomplishments
- Improved Inventory Management: Implemented a streamlined control document, lowering stock levels by 25% and enhancing inventory accuracy by 95%, contributing to a 65% SOR.
- Improved Margin: Boosted buying margin by 5% through optimized direct factory orders, aligning products with customer demand.
STRENGTHS
- Master new concepts swiftly, and adapt to diverse tasks.
- Communicate ideas clearly ensuring team understanding.
- Foster teamwork, and value diverse perspectives.
- Innovate solutions, and tackle challenges creatively.
Languages
Bangla
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Manager- Merchandising
Bata Bangladesh
07.2016 - Current
Assistant Manager - Costing Efficiency & Associate Business Unit
Bata Bangladesh
09.2012 - 06.2016
Customer Service Manager
GrameenPhone
02.2007 - 08.2012
- Leadership Training- Future Leader- Bata BD
- Benchmark Six Sigma - Bata BD
- Global Communication Leadership - Bata BD
- A guideline to Financial Statement- Bata e-University
- Communication with confidence- Bata e-University
- Conquering the challenge of Public Speaking- Bata e-University
Masters - SCM
Asia Pacific University
B.Sc. - Footwear
ILET DU
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