Senior Sourcing Operations Specialist - Footwear (North)

Julmos | Advisors; Fortaleza; On-site; BRL 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Julmos | Advisors is seeking a Senior Sourcing Developer in Fortaleza to lead end-to-end footwear product development, manage calendars, and optimize vendor performance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver on-time, high-quality products that meet global standards.

Ideal candidates bring footwear sourcing experience, strong analytics, and fluent English and Portuguese, with a proactive mindset for process improvement and cross-team collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Sourcing experience in footwear, apparel, or related industry.
• Fluent English and Portuguese communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Airtable; familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, Smartsheet.
• Experience with product development and vendor management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Product Development Process: End-to-end development, calendar building, vendor management, and replenishment.
• Calendar Management: Maintain brand development calendar and proactively address issues.
• Vendor Collaboration: Ensure sample execution and effective issue resolution with vendors.
• Strategic Execution: Align with brand product development strategies and coordinate with cross-functional teams and vendors.
• Work Plan Implementation: Implement work plans, monitor progress, and prioritize actions with stakeholders.
• Data Analysis: Analyze performance data to provide actionable insights and drive improvements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Planning, Global Materials, Logistics, Technical Design, and Quality teams.
• Communication: Present data-backed views and proactively address development concerns.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to supply chain initiatives to improve processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

English

Portuguese

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Airtable

Smartsheet

Power BI

Tableau

Power Query

Job description

Our client is a global leader in apparel, footwear, and accessories, with a portfolio of some of the world's most iconic and recognizable brands in outdoor, active, and lifestyle markets. Its products have shaped consumer culture and earned the loyalty of generations worldwide.

In Latin America, the organization plays a strategic role in the global supply chain, bringing together sourcing, manufacturing operations, apparel development, and materials supply. Working closely with manufacturing partners, its teams turn ambitious product visions into high-quality products that meet demanding international standards.

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Sourcing Developer with a deep understanding of vendor management and product development in the footwear industry. In this role, you will strategically allocate styles to vendors, manage the end-to-end product development process, and support initiatives focused on process improvement and business requirements.The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of vendor capabilities and product intricacies, coupled with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver successful outcomes.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE

• Product Development Process: Apply expertise in end-to-end product development, including calendar building, vendor management, and product replenishment, while maintaining a thorough understanding of vendor capabilities.
• Calendar Management: Ensure adherence to the brand development calendar, proactively identify potential issues, and collaborate with your manager to develop solutions.
• Vendor Collaboration: Partner with vendors to ensure consistent product excellence, timely sample execution, and effective issue resolution.
• Strategic Execution: Work closely with your manager to understand brand product development strategies, independently execute operational and project activities, and coordinate with internal cross-functional teams and vendors.
• Work Plan Implementation: Implement work plans, monitor progress, and work with your manager to prioritize actions in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Data Analysis: Analyze internal and vendor performance data to provide actionable insights, support continuous improvement, optimize vendor capabilities, and improve processes.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with Planning, Global Materials Supply, Logistics, Technical Design, and Quality teams to achieve brand goals and objectives.
• Communication: Present your views confidently using supporting data, proactively communicate development concerns, and recommend solutions to maintain agreed calendar dates.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in company-wide initiatives to improve supply chain systems, processes, and operational performance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience in footwear product development, vendor management, and sourcing within the apparel industry.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Proactive problem-solving skills with a focus on process improvement.
• Strong learning agility and the ability to adapt and remain effective in a rapidly changing environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Passion for products and a curious, open mindset toward learning.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience: Sourcing experience; prior footwear industry experience preferred.
• Languages: Strong communication skills in both English and Portuguese.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Airtable. Familiarity with Smartsheet, Power BI, Tableau, and Power Query is a plus.
• Digital Platforms: Familiarity with platforms that support product development and process efficiency is highly advantageous.