TAJWAR AKHTAR
UNNAO
Summary
Results-driven Key Account Manager with 12+ years of experience in footwear manufacturing, international exports, and global client management. Specialized in multi-country sourcing, vendor development, costing, compliance, QC oversight, and production planning for top European, UK, and US retailers. Experienced in managing the full lifecycle from design development to shipment, improving service levels and driving account growth. Now seeking opportunities in the UAE or other international markets in sourcing, merchandising, category management, or liaison roles, bringing strong technical product knowledge, cross-border communication skills, and a proven ability to build long-term strategic partnerships.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Merchandiser (Export Footwear)
Superhouse Group
01.2025 - Current
- Spearheaded factory based footwear export merchandising for brands including Shoezone, Next, Sloane, and Joe Browns.
- Administered costing, production oversight, and logistics to ensure timely delivery.
- Served as primary liaison between manufacturing units and international buyers.
- Improved sample approval rates while significantly reducing lead times.
Senior Key Accounts Manager (Export Footwear)
Mirza International Ltd
06.2015 - 12.2024
- Directed merchandising strategies for more than 15 global clients, including L&F and M&S.
- Executed sampling, costing, testing, and managed prompt shipment logistics.
- Functioned as essential link between buyers and factories to streamline workflow.
Sales Executive
SSME Group
Abu Dhabi
07.2013 - 10.2014
- Oversaw corporate and government accounts, driving sales growth in UAE and GCC markets.
- Led strategic communication initiatives with customers to increase overall sales performance.
International Marketing Executive
Superhouse Group
10.2012 - 05.2013
- Coordinated marketing for Goodyear Welted footwear.
- Managed sampling for UK Ministry of Defence project.
Education
MBA - International Business & HR
Gautam Buddh Technical University
Lucknow, India 04.2010 - 08.2012
BBA - Finance
Madurai Kamaraj University
Tamil Nadu, India 06.2006 - 08.2009
Skills
- Key account oversight
- International liaison services
- Costing strategies for products
- Coordination of supply chains
- Negotiation and communication proficiency
- Export compliance management
- Stakeholder relationship building
- Quality assurance methodologies
Certification
- Key Account Management (LinkedIn)
- Emotional Intelligence Basics & Leadership (LinkedIn)
- Leadership Foundations (LinkedIn)
Tools And Platforms
- MS Excel
- Google Sheets
- SharePoint
- Google Drive
- Client Portals
Export Clients Handled
- TJX
- Shoezone
- Sloane
- Joe Browns
- Next
- Amazon
- BOOHOO
- Debenhams
- River Island
- M&S
- Arcadia
- DUNNES
- Li & Fung
- ASDA
- DUNE London
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Native
Native
Timeline
Senior Merchandiser (Export Footwear)
Superhouse Group
01.2025 - Current
Senior Key Accounts Manager (Export Footwear)
Mirza International Ltd
06.2015 - 12.2024
Sales Executive
SSME Group
07.2013 - 10.2014
International Marketing Executive
Superhouse Group
10.2012 - 05.2013
MBA - International Business & HR
Gautam Buddh Technical University
04.2010 - 08.2012
BBA - Finance
Madurai Kamaraj University
06.2006 - 08.2009