Head of Sourcing

Head of Sourcing Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Head of Sourcing to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the company’s day-to-day purchasing activities and ensure that all purchasing agents are meeting their personal performance standards;
  • Must have expertise in sourcing, negotiation, buying, and vendor management;
  • Assist in developing more effective invoicing and collecting processes;
  • The ideal candidate will have established and existing relationships with all key local suppliers and suppliers within South East Asia;
  • Forward planning and a sound understanding of inventory needs;
  • Requires frequent local and overseas travel;
  • Responsible for all sourcing of product for the RDI brands;
  • Work closely with shipping and procurement teams;
  • Align with the brand strategies for sourcing and tight timelines to meet sales budgets and new store openings;
  • Strong in people management and collaboration;
  • Work at scale and cost efficiencies to leverage cost price for the entire RDI portfolio.

Requirements:

  • Excellent negotiation skills;
  • Excellent communication skills;
  • Minimum 5-7 years of sourcing management experience;
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field;
  • Must have experience in Fashion Retail sourcing and distribution.