Assistant Sourcing Manager

Shoppers Stop; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Shoppers Stop is seeking a Sourcing Manager to oversee end-to-end apparel procurement, including fabrics, trims, and finished garments. You will drive OTIF, optimize costs, and develop supplier partnerships to meet production needs while upholding quality standards.

Responsibilities include supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, risk mitigation, and strategic sourcing aligned with company goals. A strong background in garment sourcing and QA is required to ensure profitability and

Qualifications

• Experience in managing supplier relationships and performance.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate and establish supplier relationships meeting quality and cost needs.
• Develop and maintain partnerships to ensure reliability and consistent product quality.
• Monitor supplier performance, audits, and address non-compliance.
• Ensure OTIF by capacity and production planning with suppliers.
• Pursue and recover penalties or markdown contributions from vendors.
• Ensure timely delivery of samples for first-time-right approvals.
• Negotiate pricing and terms to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality.
• Develop and execute a strategic sourcing plan for apparel.
• Manage lead times, inventory levels, and order quantities.
• Identify risks and implement contingency plans; stay updated on trade regulations.
• Negotiate, draft, and manage vendor contracts.

Skills

Supplier Management

OTIF Management

Cost Negotiation

Quality Control

Procurement Strategy

Risk Management

Vendor Contracts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Garment Management or related field

Job description

To manage the end-to-end sourcing process for apparel products, including but not limited to fabrics, trims, and finished garments. OTIF is the primary KRA for this role along with identifying and developing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, ensuring quality standards, and optimizing costs to meet the company's apparel production needs. The Sourcing Manager plays a critical role in maintaining the quality and profitability of our apparel business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supplier Management:
  • Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with suppliers who can meet the company's quality, cost, and capacity requirements.
  • Develop and maintain strong partnerships with existing suppliers to ensure reliability and consistent product quality.
  • Monitor supplier performance, conduct regular audits, and address any issues or non-compliance.
• OTIF Management :
  • On time in fulfilment – Primary KRA for this role. Ensuring to launch all products on the launch date in fulfilment. This will involve capacity planning and production planning with suppliers along with ensuring all levers for timely inspection are in place.
  • To conduct the annual review of supplier performance with QA.
  • To pursue and recover all money due from vendors as a result of performance penalties or markdown and promotional contributions.
  • Ensures timely delivery of samples by vendors where the product can go through a first-time right approval.
• Cost Optimization:
  • Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings while maintaining product quality.
  • Analyze market trends and work with suppliers to identify opportunities for cost reduction and value enhancement.
  • Continuously review and optimize the supply chain to improve cost-efficiency.
• Quality Control:
  • Set and maintain strict quality standards for all apparel products.
  • Work closely with suppliers to ensure that products meet quality specifications and conduct inspections when necessary.
  • Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives in collaboration with suppliers.
• Procurement Strategy:
  • Develop and execute a strategic sourcing plan for the apparel business in alignment with overall company goals.
  • Monitor market dynamics and global trends to make informed decisions about sourcing locations and strategies.
  • Manage lead times, inventory levels, and order quantities to meet demand.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop contingency plans to mitigate disruptions.
  • Stay updated on global trade regulations and compliance requirements for the apparel industry.
  • Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to international standards.
• Vendor Contracts and Agreements:
  • Negotiate, draft, and manage contracts and agreements with suppliers.
  • Ensure that all terms and conditions are favorable to the company's interests and compliant with legal and ethical standards.

Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Garment management, Business Administration, or a related field.