✨ About The Role
- The Sr. Sourcing Manager will be responsible for scouting vendor partners in China, Hong Kong, and Southeast Asia who can manufacture high-quality outerwear with fast production lead times.
- The role involves pitching and onboarding vendor partners quickly, with clear criteria for initial test periods and scalability.
- The candidate will drive excellence in partner operations for existing supplier relationships while expanding the supply base and improving product costs and quality.
- Continuous improvement is a key focus, aiming for higher hit-rate launches through product excellence and faster development times.
- The position requires a global perspective, understanding cultural nuances and logistics in sourcing from diverse markets.
âš¡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate has a minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, particularly in the outerwear sector for high-end US retailers.
- A bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Retail Management, or a related field is required.
- Strong negotiation skills are essential to secure favorable terms with vendors.
- The candidate should possess a deep understanding of outerwear trends, materials, and product categories.
- A self-motivated individual who is a quick learner and can adapt to new challenges will thrive in this role.
- Attention to detail and a data-driven approach to decision-making and problem-solving are crucial.
- The candidate should have a collaborative nature, with excellent interpersonal skills to foster teamwork across various departments.