CEO & Managing Director

• Jan 2021 - Present

Managing Director

• Oct 2018 - Present

Runway Fashion (Proudly made in Bangladesh) is a design & product development based sourcing platform in partnership with Parksene Group Bangladesh along with 30 production lines manufacturing units for Jersey, denim & non denim together with in house dyeing, printing and washing facilities which have 1 million pieces garments capacity per month. Besides our own production units, we have collaboration with around 10 garment factories in Bangladesh & around 25 fabric mills in Bangladesh, India, China, Pakistan etc. where we can take support to execute any kind of orders within time frame & following optimum level of quality. Our manufacturing units are mainly based in Gazipur (Dhaka) area and we have overseas offices based in two key locations in Dusseldorf (Germany) and Kent (United Kingdom). The main platform & showroom is based in Uttara (Dhaka) which is 15 minutes from Shahjalal International Airport, Dhaka. Our location allows for quicker merchandising and logistic supports to customers in today’s fast stridden markets. At RUNWAY we strive for excellence in every single product we develop and make for our customers. Our design team develop seasonal collections and capsule collection upon client’s requirements. By adapting to today's market needs, RUNWAY has changed the way confection was done in Bangladesh and opened the door to new customers from all over the world. For any inquiries or info please contact us at rashel@run-way.fashion Show less

Chairman

• Dec 2021 - Present

Founder & Managing Director

• Jan 2022 - Present

SourceYourBOM is an advanced online B2B marketplace designed for the Ready-Made Garments & its backward linkage industries. It offers highly interactive & efficient sourcing & marketing services to both buyers & sellers of raw materials for product development & bulk production, commonly known as the Bill of Materials or BOM. Thought out in the difficult times of the 2020 pandemic and on the verge of a disrupted supply chain, a group of technology-savvy design & merchandising professionals challenged themselves to start-up this one-stop solution. We believe in contributing to the supply chain management efficiency of the most significant & leading Ready-Made Garments Industries in Bangladesh & thereof, the global economy. Launched in 2022, the SourceYourBOM team strongly believes in building a thriving Bangladesh. Let's take the leap into the future of business & grow together. Show less

C0-Founder

• Oct 2018 - Present

Why should the educated ones only enjoy the privilege of job portals? garmentjobs.com.bd, which is a job site for the so-called not so educated ones but who are skilled in garment sectors. We always see banners flying by every factory gate for the job circulars, as these garment workers don’t have a presence on the online portals, so we want to give a presence for them. A garment worker who is working in a sweater factory in Ashulia doesn’t know what good offering is empty in Gazipur or Savar because the worker doesn’t have time to look for circulars manually by walking to the factory gates because he is working from 7 a.m. and finishing at 8 p.m. Garment workers can call a specific hotline number (01810004200) and someone from our end will pick up the call and help the worker to create her/his resume. Then when a job offer is coming and matches with the candidate, an SMS will go in Bangla from our end for them to apply by sending the job post code by SMS to a unique phone number (01813386076). Then it will be shown as applied by that candidate to that specific job post and the internet or a smartphone are not required to apply for the job. And then if the employers find the candidate to be suitable, they can contact the candidate and ask for an interview. Garment workers will be able to ask for support by calling at our hotline number 01810004200 even for the job application then someone from our end will look for the opportunities on the portal for him/her as per his/her desired location & post. You have to understand, first of all, that working in the clothing industry – no matter where you do that – is a hard job. There is a lot of competition and the person that is in the office next to you always will have different advantages than you. It's hard to break into the fashion industry, then, no matter how you want to think about it. Thus, Garmentjobs.com.bd offers all of those who need it a leg up. Show less

Head of Woven Business - Main Woven, Denim,Shirt,Outdoor & Accessories

• Oct 2014 - Oct 2018

Global Management Services Ltd., which is the regional sourcing liaison office of P&C i.e. Peek & Cloppenburg KG based in Düsseldorf, Germany. P&C is an international chain of fashion department stores with 180+ stores across 15 countries in EU, which is retailing high to midrange designer and own-brand fashion apparel for men, women, teens and kids.Accomplishments:Currently oversee the management of the entire supply chain from design, product development, merchandising, sourcing, quality management, technical, logistics and customer service for shirt, main woven & outdoor business. Built up a multifunctional highly skilled 18 members vertical team, market intelligence and strong vendor base for sourcing strategy, benchmarking and negotiation principle and processes, follow all policy and procedures, keeping a constant vigil on the possible risks of business execution in pre-/production management and maintaining and constantly upgrading Quality Assurance & Compliance issues. Developed an integrated practice to advice, present and coach international buyers and local suppliers on product requirements, material innovation, market trends, competition and demand. Achieved agreed business targets with respect to profit margins. Minimize outstanding claims. Created in house resources library and database. Show less

Merchandising Manager- Jersey,Main Woven & Sweater

• Oct 2013 - Oct 2014

Accomplishments:Lead the team for product development, sourcing & merchandising from a new inquiry till final order placement including all sealing process for Knit, Woven & Sweater.Worked collaboratively with European buyers and the corresponding teams in Hong Kong to Identify and communicate trends and to ensure efficiency in product & business development, also to suppliers.Negotiated key dates; establish and lead calendars. Lead, coached & developed the teams to ensure high efficiency.Maintained suppliers performance to ensure excellent order management & production tracking. Show less

Manager Product Development

• Feb 2011 - Sep 2013

Li & Fung (Bangladesh) Limited, a privately held business entity headquartered in Hong Kong, is the controlling shareholder of the Li & Fung group of companies, whose three distinct core businesses are engaged in sourcing, distribution and retailing. Li & Fung Limited operates two core businesses: on the one hand, it designs, develops and sources consumer products for retailers worldwide, and on the other, it operates an extensive distribution and logistics network serving major brands in Asia and beyond. Third core business is retailing. The Li & Fung Group employs over 35,000 men and women across 40 economies worldwide, with total turnover of US$16.8 billion in 2016. Accomplishments: Identified and promoted competitive options in products and materials in markets. Sourcing of new suppliers in line with the strategy plan for different product categories. Worked with functional team leaders of each department and be responsible for execution of these components as they relate to product development, business requirement development, implementation planning, and rollout. Built up the resources center for fabrics, washes, trims & accessories etc. Ensured all product development/look/enhancement requirements including fabrics, trims & accessories sourcing, embellishment and washing etc. Involved for the product development & presentation in the division includes Zara,Bershka,oysho,Gocco,Sfera,Tema,M&CO, Next, Castro,Orchestra, Sainsbury, MNSMode,Boden, Monsoon, Superdry, Jennyfer, Promod and River Island etc. Show less

Manager,Design & Product Development

• 2007 - Jan 2011

Regent Global Sourcing sources knit and woven apparel products in South America, Europe and Asia for the American and European markets. RGS, a rapidly expanding company with offices in Peru, India, China, Bangladesh and USA, is committed to bringing customers a well-integrated work of producers in regions well- known for their tradition in the textile and garment industry. Accomplishments: Undertake and support administrative & business activity as Authorized Representative/Signatory for RGS Bangladesh Liaison office for an interim period. I have also involved myself into all administration & HR related affairs and financial matters which includes monthly budget allocation and control etc of a 42 employee's organisation. As Head of Design & Product Development,lead & guided entire team for design,technical and product development for customers like Zara, Lefties, Izod, Conbipel,Little Big Jeans(LTB),Pacsun and Guess etc. Involved in grid planning, trend research, idea conceptualization and presenting line and collection to the clients Built up in-house creative studio & team from scratch, identified and implemented processes, structures and methods to make a positive impact on the business. Show less

Asst.Vice President,Development

• 2006 - 2007

Interfab Shirt Mfg. Ltd, a concern of Viyellatex Group Viyellatex Group is one of the pioneer and leading private sector industrial conglomerates in the field of garments manufacturing & export in Bangladesh With a vertically integrated setup, the incorporation of advanced technology and over 300 proficient management staffs and over 15,000 workers. It has further diversified, expanding its presence towards other ventures such as tea production, agriculture, engineering, power generation and educational services. Accomplishments: Directed and managed 22 members team.Created a platform for business where products were the key to support several fast fashion retailers and helped to add new European fashion brands in company portfolio. Show less

Designer

• 2004 - 2006

BEXIMCO encompasses one of South Asia's largest vertically integrated textile and garment companies. Beximco Texiles Ltd. is a fully distinguished, specialized and integrated manufacturer of cotton and polyester blended garments for men, women and children, both for domestic and export markets. Accomplishments: We started our journey in 2004. YELLOW, the trendiest fashion retail brand of BEXIMCO is built from Scratch. Involved and created Steps, Strategies, Design, Product, Image and Practical Insight into building a successful start-up enterprise. Since then there are 15 stores across Bangladesh and Pakistan including a 24/7 online store. Show less