Client Overview
Our client is a well-established company specializing in children's apparel, with a strong focus on product quality, vendor partnerships, and global sourcing operations. They are looking to add a
Sourcing Manager/Director to their team.
Salary/Hourly Rate
$150k - $175k DOE
Position Overview
Our client is seeking a Sourcing Manager/Director to lead sourcing initiatives for a growing children's apparel business. This individual will be responsible for managing global vendor relationships, driving costing and margin initiatives, identifying sourcing opportunities, and partnering cross-functionally with design, production, product development, and merchandising teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in children's apparel sourcing, a deep understanding of factory management, and the ability to balance quality, cost, and speed-to-market objectives.
Responsibilities Of The Sourcing Manager/Director
- Manage global sourcing activities across children's apparel categories.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with factories, vendors, mills, and supply chain partners.
- Lead cost negotiations and identify opportunities for margin improvement.
- Evaluate vendor performance, capacity, quality, and compliance standards.
- Partner with the Product Development, Production, Design, and Merchandising teams throughout the product lifecycle.
- Monitor market conditions and sourcing trends to identify new supplier opportunities and mitigate risk.
- Support production timelines and ensure vendors meet delivery expectations.
- Assist in developing sourcing strategies that support business growth and operational efficiency.
- Resolve sourcing, quality, and production challenges as they arise.
Required Experience/Skills For The Sourcing Manager/Director
- Proven sourcing experience within the apparel industry.
- Strong background managing overseas vendors and factory relationships.
- Experience negotiating costs, lead times, and production terms.
- Understanding of apparel manufacturing, product development, and supply chain processes.
- Strong communication, organizational, and relationship management skills.
- Ability to work onsite full-time in New York, NY.
Preferred Experience/Skills For The Sourcing Manager/Director
- Direct experience sourcing children's apparel.
- Existing factory and vendor relationships within the children's apparel space.
- Experience leading sourcing strategy and managing complex vendor networks.
- Background working closely with the Product Development and Production teams.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor's degree is preferred.
Benefits
- Client-provided benefits available, upon eligibility.