Sourcing Coordinator - Menswear

QHQ; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading premium menswear brand is seeking a Sourcing Coordinator in London. This standalone position involves managing supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with regulations, and developing sustainable practices. The ideal candidate will have a background in supply chain management and excellent communication skills, contributing to the brand's commitment to quality and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supplier management within the fashion industry.
• Strong communication skills for supplier engagement.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Managing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with standards.
• Conducting supplier performance reviews and implementing KPIs.
• Monitoring working conditions and supply chain risks.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Quality compliance

Supply chain efficiency

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management

Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Our client, a leading premium Menswear Brand, has a new opening for a Sourcing Coordinator. This is a standalone position working alongside a dedicated team!

Responsibilities include:

• Managing, developing, and overseeing the supply base, focusing on supplier relationship management, quality compliance, and supply chain efficiency, including factory audits and certifications.
• Collaborating with the Technical team to ensure all products meet legal and industry standards.
• Ensuring suppliers comply with UK and global legislation on products and packaging, including reporting requirements.
• Partnering with online platforms to monitor environmental sustainability, assess factory environmental impact, and identify improvement areas.
• Monitoring working conditions, health and safety, working hours, and wages within the supply chain through digital tools.
• Conducting supplier performance reviews and developing improvement action plans.
• Implementing KPIs to measure supply chain efficiency and supplier performance.
• Identifying and mitigating supply chain risks to ensure business continuity.
• Reviewing social audits and maintaining a complex supply chain tracker, coordinating with buying teams on new factory setups.
• Supporting product teams with Statement of Origin certifications, ensuring renewals every 6 months.
• Researching market trends, competitor activities, NGO campaigns to inform strategic decisions.
• Building relationships with stakeholders, including certification bodies, industry groups, and NGOs, and participating in external CSR networks.
• Collaborating across teams to promote CSR initiatives and develop internal knowledge.

Person Specification:

Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in supplier management, procurement, or supply chain within the fashion or menswear industry.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with suppliers and internal teams.
• Knowledge of compliance, manufacturing processes, and ethical standards.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize, work independently, and manage multiple projects effectively.
• Positive attitude, leadership qualities, and professionalism reflective of company values.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and efficiency.
• Ability to work under pressure and collaboratively within a team.