Zabed Chowdhury

Experience

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  Rupashi Group

  Jan 2012 - Jun 2012

  Internship

  => Learn & Follow up different process such as Knitting, Dyeing, Printing, Sewing & Washing procedure.

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  Lofty Fashion Ltd

  Feb 2012 - Jan 2014

  Merchandiser

  > Receive development enquiry from buyer & buying house.> Responsilbe for Costing & consumption.> Source required fabric and accessories for development new samples.> Follow up Sample Development procedure with sample section.> Send sample to buyer /buying house for approval comments.> After receiving approval comments from buyer follow up bulk production till shipments of goods.> Inventory of fabric and accessories.

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  SML Bangladesh Limited

  Jan 2014 - Jul 2016

  Product Developer

   Working with world largest apparel buyer such as ZARA, GAP, M&S, ESPRIT, NEXT, PVH, CARTER’S, JCPENNY, TOMMY HILFIGER, CK, BHS, US POLO, AMERICAN EAGLE and Others for Trims and Accessories Development. Responsible for new developments. Communicate with buyer & global team regarding development issue. Follow up sampling procedure with sample section. Responsible for Costing & Consumption. Send new developed samples to buyer & our global team for approval comments. After receiving approval comments from buyer update Bill of materials & Price in ERP for production.. Show less

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  Checkpoint Systems

  Aug 2016 - Feb 2021

  # Managing all UK accounts (WALMART UK, SAINSBURY'S NEXT, TESCO, PRIMARK, DEBENHAMS, ACRADIA)#Responsible for new Project developments.#Conduct weekly/Monthly meeting with Global team to speed up new project development. #Managing different projects like Material re-engineering, process re-engineering, cost savings.#Managing weekly/Monthly production audit of NEXT as NEXT Champion to ensure smooth & error-free production of NEXT products.# Communicate with buyer & global team regarding development issue.# Follow up sampling procedure with sample section.# Responsible for Tender submission, Costing & Consumption. Show less

  • Senior Executive, Product Development

    Mar 2019 - Feb 2021

  • Product Development Executive

    Aug 2016 - Mar 2019
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  ITL - Intelligent Label Solutions

  Feb 2021 - now

  Core Responsibility:Strategic Leadership:Spearhead the strategic vision and direction for the product development,aligning initiatives with overall business objectives.Lead a high-performing team, providing mentorship and guidance to driveinnovation and excellence in product design and development.Product Development Management:Oversee the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from concept to productlaunch, ensuring products meet quality, design, and buyer standards.Tendering and Bidding:Lead all facets of the Tendering and Bidding processes, ensuring adherence todeadlines and delivering competitive pricing solutions to retailers.Savings and Material Re-engineering Project:Collaborate with various suppliers to ensure high-quality materials atcompetitive prices, aiming to provide cost-effective solutions to Retailers,enhance the company's competitiveness, and optimize profitability andmarkup.Project 24:Execute an extensive project referred to as Project 24, with the primaryobjective being to expedite all aspects within a 24-hour timeframe. Like thesubmission of samples, creation of layouts, and generation of ProformaInvoices (PI), all achieved within the stipulated 24-hour window.Market analysis and business development:Collaborate closely with the Global Marketing team to spearhead new businessdevelopment initiatives and strategically expand market share, aligning withthe company's strategic goals.Cross-functional Collaboration:Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Supply Chain, design,production, Operation and quality assurance to ensure smooth Developmentprocess.Risk Management:Identify and assess potential risks in the product development process,implementing proactive strategies to mitigate challenges and ensure projectsuccess.Continuous Improvement:Foster a culture of continuous improvement, regularly evaluating and refiningproduct development processes to enhance efficiency and innovation. Show less Product Development Planning and Coordination:Develop and implement plan for the product development process.Work closely with the product development team to set goals and timelines fornew garments accessories.Tendering process:Lead all facets of the Tendering and Bidding processes, ensuring adherence todeadlines and delivering competitive pricing solutions to retailers.Material sourcing and sustainability:Contribute to the introduction of cost-effective and sustainable materials bycollaborating with the supply chain team and suppliers to meet the increasingdemands of the market.Team Collaboration:Collaborate with team to run the seamless development process without anyinterruption. Managed team by offering support and constructive feedback toimprove skills and maximise potential.Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams:Work closely with cross-functional teams such as marketing, sales, Supplychain, production to ensure a seamless product development and launchprocess.Project Management:Collaborate and implement various projects Like Saving project, Material reengineeringproject, Sample speed-up project tools and techniques to trackprogress and manage resources efficiently. Show less

  • Senior Manager & Head of Department, Product Development

    Aug 2021 - now

  • Senior Assistant Manager, Product Development

    Feb 2021 - Jun 2022