Senior Manager, Sourcing

About Us

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together.

Specific Responsibilities

• Partner with Design and cross-functional teams to translate seasonal vision into executable sourcing strategies
• Drive innovation in fabrics, yarns, and construction techniques aligned with market trends and business objectives
• Evaluate and onboard new vendors in partnership with Compliance and ESG teams
• Lead negotiations on pricing, lead times, and terms to support margin and delivery goals
• Analyze detailed cost breakdowns and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies
• Drive margin improvement initiatives without compromising quality or delivery
• Maintain and provide visibility into margin reporting and cost tracking
• Oversee sourcing from development through production to ensure alignment with timelines and quality standards
• Proactively identify risks in sourcing, costing, or production, and implement solutions
• Serve as a key liaison between Design, Merchandising, Sales, and Production teams
• Leverage materials and sourcing strategies across divisions to drive efficiencies
• Ensure adherence to customer and company compliance standards (testing, labeling, packing, AQL requirements)
• Utilize systems such as SAP, PLM, IBT, and related tools to maintain data accuracy and reporting

Our Best Fit Candidate

• 7–10+ years of experience in global sourcing or product development within apparel
• Strong expertise in fabrics, yarns, garment construction and fit
• Proven experience managing global vendor relationships and sourcing strategies
• Advanced costing, negotiation, and margin management skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational capabilities
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach
• Results-driven with a strong sense of urgency
• High level of attention to detail and accountability

Pay

The stated base salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on several factors, including the selected candidate's educational and professional experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. Base salary is a part of a total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, annual bonus and other Centric Brands sponsored benefit programs.