FOOTWEAR BUSINESS MANAGER

In this role, you will support the company’s business performance by coordinating commercial planning, monitoring operational progress, and leading multiple supply chain teams:

• End-to-End Order & Business Planning:
  • Support seasonal and monthly business planning by consolidating forecasts, sales plans, orders, and capacity data.
  • Track business performance, analyze plan-versus-actual results, manage unit prices/surcharges, and oversee internal system order placement.
  • Communicate directly with global customers to confirm delivery dates and align timelines with internal teams.
• Packing & Logistics Operations Management:
  • Oversee the packing plans based on customer requirements, manage label/packing material orders, and handle vendor payments.
  • Manage monthly shipping plans, coordinate forwarder bookings, arrange container trucking, and execute customs clearance documentation.
  • Secure customer payments by preparing negotiation plans and documentation.
• Warehouse & Cross-Functional Leadership:
  • Control finished goods inventory across both customer and internal systems while optimizing warehouse capacity and resource allocation.
  • Bridge communication across Development, Production, Planning, Costing, Material, and Quality teams to guarantee On-Time Delivery KPIs.

• Experience: * For Management Level: Preferring strong years of experience in footwear development and business/commercial management across global brands and manufacturing environments.
  • For Senior/Executive Level: Minimum 2–5 years of experience in business departments, business planning, order tracking, or import-export operations.
• Technical & Industry Knowledge:
  • Deep understanding of supply chain logistics, shipment coordination, customs procedures, and order management.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Import-Export, Logistics, or related fields.
• Software Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ERP/SAP systems.
• Leadership & Soft Skills: Powerful problem-solving abilities, strong cross-cultural communication, and a proven track record of managing and developing team members effectively.
• Language: Advanced or fluent English proficiency (written & spoken).