A leading home design company is seeking a U.S.-based Textile Sourcing Manager to manage the sourcing of fabrics for products. This position involves evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring quality and sustainability in materials. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in fabric sourcing, along with strong negotiation skills. The role requires collaboration across departments and offers competitive pay with benefits.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in fabric sourcing or procurement.
Deep knowledge of fabric types, fiber composition and production processes.
Strong negotiation, contract-management and cost-analysis skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
Identify, evaluate and select domestic and global suppliers.
Negotiate pricing, lead times and payment terms.
Collaborate with design and product-development teams.
Conduct cost analysis and benchmarking of raw-material prices.
Work with planning, logistics and inventory teams.
Skills
Supplier evaluation & selection
Negotiation & contract management
Quality & innovation
Cost & data analysis
Inventory & logistics management
Sustainability & compliance
Cross-functional collaboration
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering or Supply-Chain Management
Tools
Microsoft Excel
ERP/MRP systems
Job description
A leading home design company is seeking a U.S.-based Textile Sourcing Manager to manage the sourcing of fabrics for products. This position involves evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring quality and sustainability in materials. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in fabric sourcing, along with strong negotiation skills. The role requires collaboration across departments and offers competitive pay with benefits.