Product Sourcing Coordinator

MaxAd Recruitment Ltd; Bury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

Up to £30,000 + Great Benefits

A fantastic new opportunity is now available to join a leading supplier of textile accessory brands to the business-to-business personalisation industry.

As the home of four leading textile brands, each with their own unique identity and philosophy, our client has established themselves as the go-to brand for quality, innovative products in the rebrandable accessories market, with over 3000 SKUs and approximately 500 styles across their range of headwear, bags, and accessories.

The successful Product Sourcing Coordinator, who is proactive and detail-focused, will support the end-to-end sourcing process across a network of 50+ factories in the Far East, helping to ensure supplier performance, compliance, and timely delivery.

This is a key position requiring excellent communication, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You'll work closely with internal teams, including Product Development, Merchandising, Purchasing, and Quality Control, as well as with international suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a main point of contact for 50+ factories across the Far East.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with all suppliers.
• Ensure supplier compliance with Trading Agreements and our Code of Conduct.
• Contribute to supplier reviews, recognising strong performance and addressing areas for improvement.
• Produce quarterly supplier performance summaries for internal team reviews.
• Actively support the Critical Path Process to meet seasonal deadlines.
• Assist with onboarding new suppliers, including training and documentation.
• Maintain up-to-date supplier files and reference materials for internal use.
• Communicate business-as-usual (BAU) standards clearly with all new suppliers.
• Research and present four potential new suppliers each month to support sourcing expansion.
• Contribute to supply chain mapping and visibility projects.
• Collect and file CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) reports; organise information for internal access and training.
• Proactively manage delays, non-compliance, and other issues with relevant stakeholders.
• Identify sourcing risks and propose solutions to improve efficiency, consistency, and cost control.
• Supply accurate pricing and lead times for bespoke customer orders.
• Coordinate communication between customers and suppliers through to delivery.
• Review and refine special order processes to improve speed and service.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or logistics.
• Knowledge of ethical sourcing practices and supplier compliance processes.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and supply chain software; familiarity with AI tools is an advantage.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities with high attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• GCSE-level qualifications (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Further education beyond GCSE level, whether academic or vocational is desirable.
• A CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) qualification is desirable.

Desirable Experience

• Understanding of international shipping, Incoterms, and customs procedures (UK & EU).
• Exposure to working with Far East suppliers.
• Experience working to a Critical Path is an advantage.

Company Benefits

Because our client genuinely cares about their team members; they offer a fantastic range of benefits:

• 22 days holiday increasing with length of service.
• Birthday off - Additional to your annual leave.
• Private Healthcare Scheme.
• 4% employer pension contributions.
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary to the loved one(s) you have nominated.
• Modern office space with free parking and free onsite electric vehicle charging points.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, highly organised Product Sourcing Coordinator to join a successful business at a time of impressive growth in an important organisational role as part of a friendly, supportive team. A competitive, negotiable salary based on experience is on offer, in addition to an impressive employee-centred benefits package and genuine career development opportunities. Apply now!