Sourcing Specialist, Knit & Woven

Ralph Lauren; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global lifestyle brand is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to manage vendor sourcing, sample development, and capacity management. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in merchandising/sourcing and a strong understanding of high-end fashion products. Responsibilities include executing strategic sourcing and ensuring testing for raw materials. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering top-quality products while fostering an inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of merchandising/sourcing experience, preferably with a US buying office.
• Strong product knowledge in high-end fashion.

Responsibilities

• Execute regional strategic sourcing and validate vendor performance.
• Responsible for sample development and securing sample proto.
• Ensure base testing for fabrics and raw materials.

Skills

Merchandising/sourcing experience

Product and material knowledge

Adaptability and flexibility

Detail-oriented

PC skills (Excel)

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving skills

Fluency in English

Job description

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Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Responsibilities

• Execute regional strategic and secure short-term & long-term capacity through active sourcing and validation of vendors’ performance and capability.
• Responsible for sample development and securing sample proto to SRS.
• Ensure base testing is carried out for fabrics and raw materials and work closely with Raw Material team for approval.
• Carry out/revise costing and negotiate prices with suppliers.
• Vendor allocation for product and work closely with identified vendors.
• Work closely with capacity team on capacity management.
• Ensure sample lead time is as per RL standard or kept to a minimum.
• Work to secure all approvals prior to order confirmation.
• Handover to the production team in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Must have 3-5 years of merchandising/sourcing experience, preferably with US buying office or large trading business.
• Profound product and material knowledge in high-end brands with good fashion sense.
• High adaptability and flexibility to changing business environments, able to work independently.
• Detail-oriented and able to handle very structured processes.
• Good PC skills, especially in Excel; familiarity with multiple systems, charts and reports.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in both spoken and written English.
• Candidates with exposure to multiple brands, calendars & product categories.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Purchasing and Supply Chain
• Industries: Retail Apparel and Fashion

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