Assistant Sourcing Manager

About the role:

• Support global sourcing strategy and supplier base, including new supplier sourcing and assessment
• Monitor and manage supplier performance, including risk assessment and compliance
• Conduct frequent FOB analysis and negotiate terms for optimal cost savings
• Manage seasonal business allocations and critical program reallocations
• Assist in consolidating and releasing policies and agreements
• Initiate and participate in supplier and cross-functional meetings
• Ensure compliance with general supplier agreements and social compliance standards
• Maintain supplier master data, update PLMs, and support sourcing projects

Profile:

• 10+ years’ working knowledge of the apparel industry, covering management, merchandising, and manufacturing
• Experience in strategic vendor management, especially with Asian and European vendors, and managing global suppliers
• Excellent negotiation and organizational abilities
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to balance sourcing requirements with technical and commercial business needs
• Excellent written and verbal English communication
• Self-directed with strong business acumen, capable of driving solutions

Skills:

Excel Pivot, V-Look up, Powerpoint, Communication Skills, English