Apparel Materials Sourcing Manager [AQ-13447]

About the Role

This is an exceptional opportunity to drive significant change, balancing analytical rigor with creative problem-solving in a cross-functional setting. You will build and nurture a competitive global supplier base, directly optimizing costs, reducing lead times, and ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality materials across seasonal product cycles, bringing groundbreaking products to life for a worldwide audience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute materials sourcing strategies aligned with cost, quality, and lead-time objectives.
• Build and manage a global supplier network, with a strong focus on partners in Asia.
• Partner cross-functionally with development, planning, and costing teams to drive informed sourcing decisions.
• Lead seasonal execution and tracking, ensuring timelines and deliverables are consistently met.
• Analyze data and synthesize insights to provide strategic recommendations to stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for supplier optimization, risk mitigation, and process improvement.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail and delivering exceptional results.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• 5+ years of experience in materials sourcing, product sourcing, costing, manufacturing, or product development.
• Background in materials (textiles, fabrics, trims, etc.).
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders and work effectively across global teams.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to drive execution independently.
• Experience working with international suppliers, particularly in Asia.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis, tracking, and reporting.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and present to diverse audiences.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience in performance or athletic environments.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, or similar).
• Experience sourcing woven materials or technical textiles.
• Background in large, matrixed organizations.
• Exposure to sustainability or supplier strategy initiatives.

Why Join This Team

You will be part of a highly collaborative sourcing organization focused on innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to work on globally distributed supply chains, directly influence sourcing strategy, and contribute to high-impact product creation. You'll thrive in a fast-paced team environment, collaborating with global partners and suppliers to bring groundbreaking products to life.