Foreign & Domestic Sourcing Executive

• At least 3 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Training Institutes, Coaching Center, Educational Technology (Edtech) Startup

• Bachelor`s/Master`s degree in Business Administration

• At least 3 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Training Institutes, Coaching Center, Educational Technology (Edtech) Startup

• Age 27 to 45 years

• Skills & Expertise

• Foreign Sourcing, Import & Export, LC (Letter of Credit), VAT & Tax Documentation, Product Sourcing, Price Negotiation, Supplier Management, Customs Clearance, Procurement, International Trade, Vendor Management, Supply Chain Management

• Proven experience in foreign sourcing and direct deal-making with factories/suppliers in China, Thailand, Korea, or similar countries

• Strong, hands-on knowledge of LC (Letter of Credit), VAT, tax, and import documentation processes

• Practical experience in foreign and local product purchasing and price negotiation

• Proven ability to win on sourcing — securing better pricing and terms than competitors

• Experience in Beauty & Personal Care, Imported/Foreign Goods, Fashion, Food & FMCG, or Gadgets/Consumer Electronics categories will be strongly preferred

• Willingness to travel abroad for supplier/factory visits when required

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills

• Comfortable and confident communicating with international suppliers, factories, and business partners

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to compare pricing, quality, and supplier reliability

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously

• Must be honest, transparent, and free from any conflict of interest in supplier selection and price negotiation

• Strong sense of integrity and accountability in handling company funds, vendor payments, and pricing decisions

• 3 to 8 years of experience in foreign sourcing, import operations, or product procurement

• Experience in the following areas is preferred: Trading or Export/Import, Wholesale/Retail, E-commerce, Online Retail Startup, Group of Companies, Consumer Products, Shipping, Buying House

Job Context

Prodhan.com and Dotara.bd, growing e-commerce platforms under our group, are expanding across Beauty & Personal Care, Imported/Foreign Products, Fashion, Food & FMCG, and Gadgets/Consumer Electronics categories.

We are looking for an experienced Foreign & Domestic Sourcing Executive who can independently source products from local and international markets at the best possible price, negotiate and win deals directly with foreign factories and suppliers, and manage the complete import process — including LC, VAT, tax, and customs clearance.

The ideal candidate is a strong negotiator who knows how to win on price without compromising quality, and can handle the full import cycle end to end.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and negotiate deals directly with foreign factories and manufacturers, primarily in China, Thailand, Korea, and other relevant countries

• Research new products, suppliers, manufacturers, and market opportunities across our product categories

• Identify, evaluate, and finalize local and foreign suppliers to secure the best price, quality, and delivery terms

• Negotiate pricing, MOQ, payment terms, and discounts to maximize profitability and win on sourcing cost

• Manage the end-to-end import process, including LC (Letter of Credit) opening and documentation, VAT, tax, and customs clearance

• Coordinate shipping, product carrying, and clearance to ensure smooth and timely delivery of imported goods

• Communicate with suppliers regarding product specifications, pricing, MOQ, certifications, packaging, and production capacity

• Follow up on samples, production progress, quality checks, documentation, and delivery schedules

• Conduct market research and price benchmarking to ensure our platforms stay competitive

• Build and maintain long-term relationships with foreign factories and suppliers, including factory visits when required

• Ensure product authenticity, quality standards, and compliance with import regulations

• Coordinate with Finance and Operations teams for documentation, payment, and delivery cycles

• Track and report sourcing costs, supplier performance, and import timelines to management

Job Highlights

Own the complete foreign sourcing and import function for two growing e-commerce platforms. We’re looking for a sharp negotiator who can bring in the right products at the right price and handle LC, VAT, and customs end to end.

• Salary: Negotiable (Tk. 35,000 – 60,000 (Monthly))