About Antor Hossain
I help global apparel buyers build practical, compliant sourcing programs in Bangladesh—especially woven and denim. I connect your product, MOQ, fabric strategy, and factory choice into one clear plan so you can move from idea to shipment with fewer surprises.
- Woven: shirts, dresses, trousers
- Denim: jeans, chinos, bottoms
- Systems: MOQ & costing logic + factory matching + disciplined follow-up
EU/UK, USA/Canada, Japan/Korea + more
Sampling → pilot runs → repeat programs
Woven & denim programs (buyer-first)
Buying-office style support for complex programs
How I work (buyer-first, factory-realistic)
You send your target, product, and constraints. I translate that into a practical sourcing path—factory match, costing logic, and next steps—so you can move fast without guessing.
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Intake: product + target + constraints
Confirm product category (woven/denim), target FOB, MOQ, fabric/wash, timeline, and must-have compliance.
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Clarify: tech pack + risk points
Spot missing details early (construction, trims, wash, testing, workmanship risk) to reduce surprises later.
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Shortlist: factory matching
Match your program to suitable factories based on product strength, scale fit, and compliance readiness.
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Costing + sample path
Agree the sample route, costing assumptions (fabric, wash, trims), and a realistic lead-time plan.
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Follow-through: disciplined updates
Keep communication tight (what’s next, by when, who owns it) so programs don’t stall after first contact.
Why buyers trust my Bangladesh sourcing support
Bangladesh works best when MOQ logic, fabric route, compliance expectations, and follow-up discipline are aligned early. My focus is woven and denim programs—built for real execution, not random quoting.
Factory-realistic decisions
MOQ tiers, trims lead times, wash feasibility, capacity—so your plan survives contact with production reality.
Selective shortlists (not a random list)
I match factories by capability + scale fit + communication discipline. You don’t lose weeks on wrong options.
Clear follow-up until shipment
Approvals, next steps, and timelines stay organized—so sampling and bulk don’t stall after first contact.
Compliance-aware sourcing — with buyer-first documentation
I’m not a “random factory list.” I reduce sourcing risk with capability-fit shortlisting, MOQ realism, costing clarity, and disciplined follow-up—focused on woven and denim.
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Compliance alignment
Match your market and buyer expectations—audits and certifications vary by program and factory.
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Capability fit
Product type, fabric route, wash/finishing, machinery, workmanship level, and similar past programs.
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Capacity & timeline reality
Line availability, seasonal load, lead-time assumptions, and critical path risk points.
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Costing logic you can trust
Explain real drivers (fabric/SMV/wash/trims MOQs/packing) before anyone wastes weeks.
Buyer-first sourcing — with a selective factory network
I serve global buyers who want Bangladesh sourcing done properly (woven & denim priority). I also collaborate with compliant manufacturers who want long-term, qualified buyer relationships.
For apparel buyers
If you’re planning woven shirts/dresses/trousers or denim bottoms, I’ll help you align MOQ, fabric strategy, costing levers, and factory fit—so sampling and bulk don’t surprise you later.
- Brand owners, retailers, importers, and sourcing teams
- Test capsules (50 pcs/color) to bulk programs (3,000+ pcs/color)
- Buyer-ready follow-up: critical path, approvals, documentation
For manufacturers (selective)
I collaborate with compliant, capability-fit suppliers—especially woven and denim—who can support buyers with reliable communication, quality systems, and realistic lead-times.
- Woven shirts/casualwear, woven bottoms, denim bottoms
- Transparent capacity + MOQ comfort zone
- Documentation discipline (approvals, testing, shipment)
Buyer-side clarity, factory-side execution
I’ve supported woven and denim programs across product development, costing, sampling, production follow-up, and shipment coordination—built around buyer expectations and factory realities.
What I’ve handled (practical scope)
- Woven: shirts, dresses, trousers, woven bottoms
- Denim: pants/jeans, jackets, denim programs with wash planning
- Merchandising flow: costing logic → sampling → approvals → bulk follow-up
- Buyer communication: timelines, approvals, documentation, risk flags
Selected buyer programs I’ve supported
These are examples from past roles and handled programs (woven & denim). If you want, we can later add logos (optional) — text-first is fastest and safest.
Track record: merchandising, sourcing, and buyer communication
A practical timeline of roles, education, and certifications — built for global buyers who want to understand how I work.
Director — Merchandising & Marketing
- Fully responsible for end-to-end operations (buyer → manufacturer → shipment): buyer communication, costing, sourcing, sampling, bulk follow-up, QA coordination, and delivery.
- Innovative sourcing strategy improved quality and reduced costs by ~15%.
- Built global brand partnerships contributing to ~25% sales revenue increase.
- Streamlined supply chain to reduce lead times by ~20% and improve delivery reliability.
Manager — Sales, Merchandising & Marketing (Contract)
- Drove business growth via sales and marketing initiatives for Bangladesh sourcing.
- Built connections with global textile/apparel businesses to strengthen platform presence.
- Streamlined sales processes to improve efficiency and customer experience.
- Consistently exceeded sales targets through structured execution.
Merchandiser
- Managed end-to-end merchandising for woven and denim items.
- Coordinated development and execution for buyer programs (incl. Zolla, Deeluxe, Review).
- Ensured on-time production and required quality levels.
- Led materials development: fabrics, trims, accessories for assigned programs.
Assistant Merchandiser
- Handled merchandising activities for buyer programs (incl. Zolla, Deeluxe, Sixt).
- Worked with AKH Woven Division and other factories for quality and timely delivery.
- Collaborated with planning/production/QA to support program performance.
Assistant Merchandiser
- Managed merchandising for buyer programs (incl. American Holic, TOPTEN-10, Deeluxe, ZARA).
- Developed and launched woven garments: shirts, dresses, trousers.
- Supported pricing and category performance; used market and consumer insight.
Intern
- Worked with production teams to understand workflow optimization.
- Supported quality control to ensure compliance and standards.
- Assisted documentation/reporting to improve internal clarity.
B.Sc. — Apparel Manufacture & Technology
- Apparel production and manufacturing processes
- Textile science and garment technology
- Supply chain management in RMG
- Pattern making and CAD
- Production planning and control
- Quality control and assurance
HSC — Science
- Core science subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics
- Built strong analytical and problem-solving foundation
SSC — Science
- Science stream foundation: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics
- Activities: science fair, debate club, annual sports/cultural events
Courses and certifications that support buyer communication, supply chain thinking, and business development.
- Overcoming Your Fear of Public Speaking
- Video Strategies for High Engagement
- Business Ethics for Sales Professionals
- Digital Networking Strategies
- Fashion and the Global Supply Chain
- Careers in Fashion: Design, Development, and Promotion
- Supply Chain Foundations: Project Management
- Advanced Business Development: Communication and Negotiation
- Coaching Skills for Leaders and Managers
- International Logistics
- LinkedIn Premium Quick Tips
- Logo Design: Creating Brand Extensions
- Purchasing Foundations
- Growing Your Small Business with LinkedIn
- Building Resilience
- Low-Hanging Fruit Skills — Ending Sounds and Schwa (/ə/)
- Typing Speed and Accuracy — Advanced Assessment
- Book Reading Competition 2015
In the work — buyer-first decisions, factory-realistic execution
I’m hands-on where outcomes change: sample rooms, production follow-up, approvals, and buyer updates. My priority is woven and denim programs that need clear MOQ logic, costing clarity, and disciplined timelines.
- Clear plan early: MOQ tier → fabric route → factory shortlist → lead-time assumptions.
- Buyer-ready costing: fabric + SMV + wash + trims MOQs + packing explained clearly.
- Sampling discipline: fit/PP approvals tracked so bulk doesn’t surprise you.
- Production follow-up: status updates you can forward internally (next step, owner, date).
- Risk flags early: wash feasibility, trims lead time, capacity, testing, critical path.
Start with the RFQ that matches your product
If you’re sourcing from Bangladesh, speed comes from clarity. Send a buyer-ready brief and I’ll guide feasibility → shortlisting → costing → sampling → bulk follow-up (woven & denim priority).
- Fast direction: MOQ per color + target FOB range + ship window.
- Factory-fit shortlist: capability + compliance + realistic lead time.
- Execution support: approvals, production follow-up, and risk flags.
Quick answers buyers ask before starting Bangladesh sourcing
These answers reflect how programs actually run on the ground—MOQ tiers, costing drivers, compliance expectations, and the discipline needed to move from idea to shipment (woven & denim priority).
What MOQs should I expect in Bangladesh?
MOQs depend on fabric route and factory type. For small runs, we plan per-color quantities, then choose a practical path (stock fabrics, simplified trims, realistic pricing).
How fast can you quote?
Fast direction needs: reference/tech pack draft, qty per color, target FOB band, ship window, and must-haves (fabric, wash, testing, trims). Then I can shortlist and cost realistically.
Do you handle sampling and bulk follow-up?
Yes—sampling milestones and bulk follow-up are where projects win or lose. I keep approvals, timelines, and risk flags clear so buyers can move without surprises.
What affects FOB the most?
The biggest levers are usually fabric, SMV/complexity, wash/finishing (denim), and trims/packing MOQs. I explain these early so you can choose the right version.
Can you align with compliance requirements?
Yes—requirements vary by buyer/market. I shortlist factories based on compliance fit and practical execution. Final approvals and audits remain buyer-controlled.
What products do you specialize in?
Priority is woven and denim: shirts, trousers, dresses, outerwear, jeans and bottoms—because these programs need disciplined costing + follow-up.