Apex Footwear Limited

Executive/Assistant Manager-Material Development & Sourcing, Design Lab

Published: 27 October, 2026

Deadline: 26 November, 2026 29 days left

Gazipur (Kaliakair)

Company Profile

Apex Footwear Limited (AFL) is the leading manufacturer, exporter and retailer of leather footwear in Bangladesh. The company’s export unit is the leader in leather footwear export with 15+ destinations across Europe, North America & Asia. The company’s local unit comprising both Retail and Wholesale channels has a strong footprint with 250+ own retail outlets, 270+ authorized franchisee and 150+ listed distributors across the country. Being a renowned public limited company, AFL has employed more than 13,000 people and is fully compliant with the Corporate Governance Compliance Report. The company generated revenues of USD 175 million up to June 2017.

Vacancies	2
Employment Type	Full Time
Job Category	Garments/Production
Age	Maximum 30 years
Gender	Not specified
Job Location	Gazipur (Kaliakair)
Salary	Negotiable
Educational Requirement	• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Leather Engineering, Textile Engineering
Experience	• 4 to 8 years • The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Leather goods/ Footwear/ Tannery
Other Requirement	• Age 30 to 40 years • Proactive communication with stakeholders at all levels • Strong understanding of raw materials, testing standards, and quality specifications • Proficiency in MS Excel/PowerPoint, ERP or PLM software knowledge • Team coordination and mentoring ability • Understanding of costing, sourcing, and vendor management • Adaptability to changing priorities
Responsibilities	Executive/Assistant Manager-Material Development & Sourcing, Design Lab to support the development and qualification of high-quality, cost-effective materials that meet product design, performance, and compliance requirements — by coordinating closely with suppliers, cross-functional teams, and leadership to ensure materials are sourced, tested, and approved on time and in line with the organization`s quality and business objectives.Job Responsibilities:• Support planning and execution of material development projects (new materials, Leather, fabric/component sourcing, or R&D depending on industry) • Coordinate with suppliers/vendors for material sampling, testing, and approval • Monitor material quality, cost, and lead times against project targets • Liaise between design, sourcing, production, and QA teams to ensure material specs are met • Track and maintain material databases, specification sheets, and approval records • Assist in evaluating new materials/technologies for feasibility and cost-effectiveness. • Support budget tracking and vendor negotiations • Supervise and mentor junior team members/executives • Prepare reports and presentations for management review
Other Facilities	• Festival Bonus: 2 • Lunch Facilities: Partially Subsidize • Salary Review: Yearly • Compensation for the position is industry standard and negotiable • Gratuity Facility • Contributory Provident Fund • Life Insurance (Accidental and Hospitalization) • Discounts in hospitals & diagnostic centers • Apex Family Discount on Apex Products
Apply Method	Corporate Inbox & Email

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