Sourcing and Production Associate Manager

Michael Page; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Sourcing and Production Associate Manager in New York, NY, to oversee sourcing and production processes, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of high-quality apparel. The ideal candidate should possess experience within the apparel industry and excel in vendor management and negotiation skills.

The role offers a competitive salary between $90,000 and $100,000 annually, alongside opportunities for career advancement and a collaborative working environment focused on innovation and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in sourcing and production within the apparel industry.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing and production activities to meet project timelines and budget requirements.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure product quality and compliance with company standards.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors to achieve cost savings.

Skills

Sourcing and production experience

Negotiation skills

Vendor management

Organizational abilities

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Bilingual in English and Mandarin

Job description

The Sourcing and Production Associate Manager will oversee sourcing and production processes to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of high-quality apparel. This role requires strong organizational skills and a focus on building supplier relationships to support operational success.

Our client is a leading apparel licensing organization who pride themselves on long-standing relationships in the industry both nationally and internationally.

Description

• Manage sourcing and production activities to meet project timelines and budget requirements.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure product quality and compliance with company standards.
• Monitor and analyze production schedules to optimize efficiency and minimize delays.
• Daily communication with factories, vendors and mills.
• Daily updates of WIP reports.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors to achieve cost savings.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers.

Profile

A successful Sourcing and Production Associate Manager should have:

• Experience in sourcing and production within the apparel industry.
• Desirable: bi-lingual in English and Mandarin Chinese.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $100,000 annually.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the apparel industry.
• Collaborative work environment that values innovation and efficiency.
• Exposure to domestic and international sourcing and production processes.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.