Manager, Strategic Sourcing

Maiden Home, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in luxury furnishings is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead supplier relationships and sourcing strategies. This pivotal role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to launch new products and ensure high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills, a keen analytical mindset, and a passion for luxury design. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and creativity, and be part of a brand poised for significant growth in the luxury market. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a brand recognized for its exceptional quality and design.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in sourcing, product development, and buying.
• Proven experience working effectively with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day sourcing activities and maintain supplier relationships.
• Negotiate pricing and terms to support cost-efficiency.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Market Research

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management

Bachelor's degree in business administration

Bachelor's degree in design

Job description

Maiden Home is growing a team of forward-thinking individuals who possess unique strengths and perspectives, an innate ability to inspire their colleagues, and an eagerness to reimagine the world of luxury furnishings.

As Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will play a pivotal role in identifying, evaluating, and developing supplier relationships that provide the backbone of our product development and push Maiden Home into new categories to rapidly grow our product line. You will own the execution of supplier negotiations and supplier performance that drive value for Maiden Home. The ideal candidate is a clear communicator and collaborator who is invested in nurturing the relationships between Maiden Home’s supplier partners and internal stakeholders. This role reports into the VP of Strategic Sourcing at Maiden Home.

As a key member of the product team, you should have a deep product sense and an entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to set the sourcing strategy for new product and category opportunities and collaborate cross functionally to launch new collections. You should be deeply analytical and keen to understand our customers, our brand and the competitive landscape, and excellent at communicating with a variety of audiences. You will work cross-functionally with Design, Product Development and Operations to bring product to life.

This is a unique opportunity to join a brand that is primed for its next stage of growth. You’ll enter a workspace that encourages innovation, creative expression, and teamwork, and your experience will be shaped by your performance, contributions, and drive.

This is a fully in person position, located at our New York headquarters in the Tribeca Design District.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day to day sourcing activities on the Maiden Home team, which includes identifying needs, finding suppliers, requesting and evaluating sample materials, and maintaining supplier relationships
• Manage the placement of our designs with manufacturing partners.
• Continuously identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with suppliers of high-end materials, finishes, and components.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and lead times to support cost-efficiency while creating high quality products.
• Collaborate with Product Design, Product Development, and Operations teams for executing new product launches successfully.
• Conduct market research to discover emerging trends, new materials, and sourcing innovations.
• Ensure suppliers align with our production standards.
• Proactive and resourceful in identifying opportunities to expand Maiden Home’s supplier network.
• Open to traveling domestically and internationally as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, design or related field
• 5+ years of experience in sourcing, product development and buying, preferably in the luxury furniture, home décor, design or consumer goods sectors
• Proven experience in working effectively with suppliers to get the best outcomes for the business
• Product development and product launch experience
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders on cross-functional projects
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills
• Detail-oriented with a deep understanding of luxury market expectations

About Maiden Home

Maiden Home is an authority in the world of luxury home furnishings. The brand designs original pieces at its New York studio, sources exquisite materials from trusted partners around the world, and works directly with distinguished artisans to bring them to life—then, it delivers them with prices and lead times that are unheard of in the furniture industry.

Maiden Home’s unwavering commitment to exceptional design and quality is praised by leading interior designers and publications including Architectural Digest and Elle Decor, and it has brought the brand consistent year over year growth.

Maiden Home is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.