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Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$118K - $148K/yr

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How much do product development sourcing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for product development sourcing in the United States is $126,987.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,500.00 and $143,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Product Development Sourcing vs Product Development Manager?

AspectProduct Development SourcingProduct Development Manager
Primary FocusIdentifying and managing suppliers, procurement strategiesOverseeing entire product development process, from concept to launch
Required SkillsSourcing, negotiation, supply chain managementProject management, cross-functional coordination, product design
Work EnvironmentProcurement teams, supply chain departmentsProduct teams, R&D, marketing
Industry UsageManufacturing, retail, consumer goodsTechnology, consumer products, industrial sectors

Product Development Sourcing primarily focuses on sourcing and procurement activities within the product development process, while Product Development Managers oversee the entire development cycle, including design, testing, and launch. Both roles are essential but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What is sourcing in product development?

In product development, sourcing refers to the process of identifying, evaluating, and selecting suppliers or manufacturers to provide the materials, components, or finished products needed for production. It involves assessing factors such as cost, quality, lead times, and reliability to ensure the supply chain supports the development timeline and product specifications. Sourcing professionals often use tools like supplier databases and negotiate contracts to optimize procurement strategies.
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Infographic showing various Product Development Sourcing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,987 per year, or $61.1 per hour.

Fashion Product Development & Sourcing Manager

Orolay NY INC

New York, NY • On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

About Orolay

OROLAY is a dynamic and innovative fashion company dedicated to crafting high-quality outerwear that seamlessly blends style, functionality, and comfort. Since its inception, Orolay has become a trailblazer in the fashion industry, captivating consumers worldwide with its unique designs and commitment to excellence.


Job Summary
We are seeking a Experienced Product Development & Sourcing Manager to support our business across apparel product development, sourcing, vendor management, costing, sampling, production tracking, and cross-border coordination.

This role is best suited for someone with hands-on apparel industry experience in sourcing, merchandising, production follow-up, vendor management, garment manufacturing, apparel trading, or cross-border supply chain operations. The ideal candidate understands the full product lifecycle, from sourcing and sampling to costing, bulk production, delivery, and market launch.

This position requires strong communication skills in both English and Chinese, solid cost awareness, strong vendor management experience, and the ability to work closely with U.S.-based teams and China-based suppliers.


Job Description:

  • Support product development for Orolay’s U.S. market, from style selection, quotation, sampling, revisions, confirmation, bulk production, and delivery.
  • Source, evaluate, maintain, and expand apparel suppliers, factories, fabric/trim vendors, and external sourcing partners.
  • Communicate U.S. market needs, sales feedback, product requirements, and pricing targets to China-based suppliers and internal teams.
  • Follow up on supplier quotations, sample development, costing, production timelines, quality feedback, and shipment schedules.
  • Evaluate product feasibility based on style, fabric, fit, function, workmanship, cost, target price, margin, and sales channel.
  • Assist with cost analysis, price negotiation, order quantity planning, replenishment needs, and inventory risk assessment.
  • Coordinate with U.S. sales, operations, marketing, China supply chain teams, suppliers, and factories to ensure smooth product execution.
  • Resolve issues during product development and production, including sample revisions, cost changes, delivery delays, quality concerns, and production exceptions.
  • Help improve workflows for supplier communication, sample approval, order tracking, and delivery management.
  • Support cross-time-zone communication between the U.S. and China teams, including early morning or evening meetings when needed.
  • Work in the United States for approximately half of each year, primarily from the Manhattan, New York office.
  • Travel as needed for supplier meetings, customer visits, market research, product development, and business coordination.


Qualifications:

  • 6–8 years of experience in apparel sourcing, product development, merchandising, production follow-up, supplier management, or related fields.
  • Solid knowledge of fabrics, trims, workmanship, quality standards, production timelines, and supplier coordination.
  • Strong project management skills
  • Existing supplier, factory, fabric, trim, or product resources preferred.
  • Fluent in both English and Chinese.
  • Must hold valid U.S. visa status or required travel/work authorization.
  • Willing to travel between China and the U.S. for business needs.