Assistant Sourcing Manager - Toys

Michael Page; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page in Hong Kong is representing a global leader in the design, development and sourcing of premium children's products. They are expanding their toys business and seek an Assistant Sourcing Manager - Toys to strengthen supplier networks.

You will lead sourcing and supplier development for toys, manage feasibility, samples, timelines and production readiness from concept to mass production, conduct factory assessments, cost analyses and negotiations, and collaborate with Product

Qualifications

• Degree holder in Supply Chain, Procurement or related discipline.
• Around 10 years of sourcing/product development experience in toys/children's products or consumer goods.
• Strong experience in strategic sourcing, supplier development and factory management.
• English fluency; Cantonese/ Mandarin a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and supplier development for toys and children's products, building a diversified supplier network.
• Manage sourcing feasibility, product samples, development timelines and production readiness from concept to mass production.
• Identify, evaluate and onboard factories based on capability, capacity, costing, lead time, quality and supply-chain feasibility.
• Conduct supplier benchmarking, cost analysis and commercial negotiations to drive competitiveness and margins.
• Develop strategic supplier relationships ensuring alignment with quality, sustainability, compliance and delivery requirements.
• Conduct factory assessments and support supplier audits, particularly for licensed products and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and identify risks across quality, cost, delivery, compliance and capacity.
• Partner with Product Development, Design, Quality, Compliance and Legal throughout the product development cycle.

Skills

Sourcing

Supplier development

Project management

Negotiation

English proficiency

Cantonese

Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a global market leader in the design, development and sourcing of premium consumer products, partnering with some of the world's most recognised brands and international customers. With a strong focus on innovation, design, sustainability and responsible sourcing, the company has an entrepreneurial and collaborative culture where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, take ownership and grow professionally.

• Global exposure
• Strong toys & product focus

As part of the continued expansion of its children's product business, they are looking for an Assistant Sourcing Manager - Toys to strengthen their sourcing capability and supplier network.

Job Description

• Lead sourcing and supplier development for toys and children's products, building a diversified and competitive supplier network.
• Manage sourcing feasibility, product samples, development timelines and production readiness from initial concept/tender through to mass production.
• Identify, evaluate and onboard factories based on capability, capacity, costing, lead time, quality and supply‑chain feasibility.
• Conduct supplier benchmarking, cost analysis and commercial negotiations to drive competitiveness and improve margins.
• Develop strategic supplier relationships and ensure alignment with quality, sustainability, compliance, product safety and delivery requirements.
• Conduct factory assessments and support supplier audits, particularly for licensed products and customer/regulatory requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and identify potential quality, cost, delivery, compliance and capacity risks.
• Partner closely with Product Development, Design, Quality, Compliance and Legal teams throughout the product development cycle.
• Attend supplier meetings, factory visits and trade fairs as required.

The Successful Applicant

• Degree holder, preferably in Supply Chain, Procurement or a related discipline.
• Around 10 years of sourcing/product development experience, ideally within toys, children's products, consumer goods, retail, luxury goods or FMCG.
• Strong experience in strategic sourcing, supplier development and factory management.
• Good understanding of toy/product safety, compliance and supplier capability assessment.
• Experience in costing, cost optimisation and supplier negotiation.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple product development projects simultaneously.
• Experience working cross-functionally with Product Development, Quality and Compliance teams.
• Excellent written and spoken English; Cantonese and/or Mandarin would be an advantage.
• Experience with licensed products, children's brands or IP‑related products would be highly desirable.
• Comfortable travelling for factory visits, supplier development and sourcing activities.
• Fluent in Cantonese, English and Mandarin.

What's On Offer

Attractive package will be offered to the shortlisted candidate.

Quote job ref: JN-102026-7119193