Material Sourcing Specialist

Morgan Mckinley Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley Limited in Hong Kong seeks a Material Sourcing Specialist to manage end-to-end development and supplier relationships for leather, fabrics, trims and hardware, aligning design, feasibility and commercial targets to deliver quality materials from concept to bulk production.

You will lead supplier onboarding, track market trends, negotiate pricing, ensure compliance with REACH/RSL and drive sustainable sourcing across global mills and tanneries.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in raw material sourcing and development.
• Experience in leather goods, handbags, footwear, or premium fashion accessories.
• Knowledge of tanning chemistry, hide grading, weaving/knitting, hardware manufacturing, and material testing standards.
• Proven negotiation and vendor management skills; strong cost-breakdown analysis; structured project management.

Responsibilities

• Source and develop seasonal leather, textiles, hardware, and trims.
• Track raw material market trends, supplier innovations, and commodity pricing fluctuations.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard global suppliers across key manufacturing regions, assessing quality, lead time, capacity, and cost competitiveness.
• Lead seasonal price negotiations, annual cost reviews, and value-engineering initiatives to meet target FOB objectives.
• Validate the technical and commercial viability of materials prior to bulk release, establishing clear technical data sheets and material specifications.
• Ensure all sourced materials comply with international regulations (e.g., REACH, RSL), physical testing protocols, and corporate quality benchmarks.
• Drive sustainable sourcing initiatives by prioritizing certified tanneries, recycled textiles, low-impact finishing methods, and traceable supply chains.

Skills

Leather sourcing

Vendor management

Cost analysis

English fluency

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Material Sourcing Specialist manages end-to-end development, commercialization, and supplier relationships, with a primary focus on leather alongside fabrics, trims, and hardware. This role bridges design innovation, technical feasibility, and commercial targets to deliver high-quality materials from concept through bulk production.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and develop seasonal collections of leather, textiles, hardware, and trims aligned with design, aesthetic, cost, and performance criteria.
• Track raw material market trends, supplier innovations, and commodity pricing fluctuations.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard global suppliers across key manufacturing regions, assessing quality, lead time, capacity, and cost competitiveness.
• Lead seasonal price negotiations, annual cost reviews, and value-engineering initiatives to meet target FOB objectives without compromising quality.
• Validate the technical and commercial viability of materials prior to bulk release, establishing clear technical data sheets and material specifications.
• Ensure all sourced materials comply with international regulations (e.g., REACH, RSL), physical testing protocols, and corporate quality benchmarks.
• Drive sustainable sourcing initiatives by prioritizing certified tanneries, recycled textiles, low-impact finishing methods, and traceable supply chains.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in raw material sourcing and development, with demonstrated expertise in leather goods, handbags, footwear, or premium fashion accessories.
• Strong understanding of tanning chemistry, hide grading, weaving/knitting, hardware manufacturing, and material testing standards.
• Proven negotiation and vendor management skills; strong commercial acumen and cost-breakdown analysis; structured project management capability.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; professional fluency in English (written and verbal). Existing relationships with international tanneries and material mills is an asset.