MD TAHSEEN EERFAN
Merchandising
Dhaka,Bangladesh
Summary
Experienced Sourcing and Merchandising Professional with over 20 years in global apparel sourcing and product development. Expertise in vendor management, cost negotiation, and quality assurance drives effective sourcing strategies and business growth. Currently leads sourcing initiatives at Walmart Global Sourcing, strengthening supplier relationships and managing the process from development to shipment.
Overview
4
4
Languages
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Sourcing
Walmart Global Sourcing
Bangladesh
08.2013 - Current
- Led sourcing operations to deliver cross-category merchandising outcomes and consistent execution.
- Enhanced profitability, quality, and time-to-market by leading sourcing strategy across categories.
- Drove supplier delivery performance using KPI tracking and accountable business reviews.
- Owned faster time to market by negotiating vendor allocation and sourcing terms.
- Steered strategic sourcing outcomes by aligning global stakeholder inputs and timelines.
- Strengthened vendor execution by clearly defining expectations for supplier partnerships and relationships.
- Improved operational productivity by setting standards through continuous excellence initiatives.
- Expanded Walmart global sourcing capacity through effective management of large-scale sourcing programmes.
- Created high-performing teams through performance management and coaching practices.
- Built capability by directing mentoring and performance coaching for sourcing associates.
- Coordinated stakeholder alignment via company engagement programmes and leadership committees.
- Protected business continuity by governing swift resolution of operational roadblocks.
- Elevated merchandising and sourcing quality through cross-functional collaboration.
Senior Merchandiser
RED CATS ASIA LTD.
06.2009 - 08.2013
- Managed merchandising planning process from development through shipment delivery, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer needs.
- Facilitated business reviews with international buyers, influencing commercial strategy and optimising product assortments.
- Oversaw costing inputs and pricing negotiations, ensuring effective order execution and maximisation of profit margins.
Senior Merchandiser
Norwest Industry Ltd.
09.2007 - 06.2009
- Managed production planning and established quality management standards to ensure product consistency.
- Directed buyer communication and coordinated factory operations to minimise delays in the supply chain.
- Led product development planning and executed timely order fulfilment to meet project deadlines.
Senior Merchandiser
Rising Group
02.2006 - 08.2007
- Collaborated with brands Conbipel, Rica Lewis, Springfield, and Bershka to source fashion products that met market trends and customer demands.
- Managed costing, placed orders, tracked production, and executed shipments to ensure timely delivery and budget adherence.
- Sourced fabrics and accessories to align with brand vision and product quality standards.
- Optimized logistics planning and vessel selection.
Merchandiser
Cotton Group
05.2004 - 01.2006
- Directed sourcing of fabrics and trims to align with product specifications.
- Developed products and managed production follow-up to ensure timely delivery.
- Updated customers on order status and tracked orders to minimise delays.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com) - BCOM
National University
Bangladesh01-2005
Higher Secondary Certificate - Commerce
Dhanmondi Ideal College
Bangladesh01-2001
Secondary School Certificate - Commerce
Mirpur Bangla High School
Bangladesh01-1999
Skills
- Strategic vendor sourcing
- Supply chain management
- Negotiation for cost efficiency
- Vendor relationship development
- Merchandising operations
- Development of products
- Planning factory capacities
- Project execution
- Collaboration between departments
- Risk management
- Business forecasting
- Performance evaluation and management strategies
- Manufacturing processes in apparel industry
- Customer relationship management
- Team leadership
Certification
- Merchandising Certification, P & R Fashions Ltd.
- Pattern Making, Marker Making & Cutting, Bangladesh German Technical Training Centre.
Languages
English
Bangla
Hindi
Urdu
Custom
Strong stakeholder management skills., Experienced conducting business reviews and executive presentations., Active participant in employee engagement and community initiatives., Passionate about team development and operational excellence.
Interests
- Cricket
- Table Tennis
- Book reading
Achievements
- GS SPARK Individual awards 3 times 2015, 2019, 2025.
- Energy and Team Spirit - Leading the Cricket Team and Designing Cricket Team Outfit.
- Compassion and Humanity award - Going above and beyond for Flood Victims.
- Social Award - For leading the CARE COMMITTEE activities.
Timeline
Manager, Sourcing
Walmart Global Sourcing
08.2013 - Current
Senior Merchandiser
RED CATS ASIA LTD.
06.2009 - 08.2013
Senior Merchandiser
Norwest Industry Ltd.
09.2007 - 06.2009
Senior Merchandiser
Rising Group
02.2006 - 08.2007
Merchandiser
Cotton Group
05.2004 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com) - BCOM
National University
Higher Secondary Certificate - Commerce
Dhanmondi Ideal College
Secondary School Certificate - Commerce
Mirpur Bangla High School