Category /Sourcing/Procurement Manager - Home Textiles & Home Supplies

About the Role:

Sourcing cum Procurement Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Sourcing & Vendor Development

• Identify, evaluate, and develop vendors for home textiles and home consumables both domestic and international (esp. China).
  
• Source raw materials and finished goods such as microfiber/polycotton fabrics, non-woven materials, paper products, PE/LD garbage bags, etc.
  
• Develop a robust supply base for cost-effective and quality sourcing.
  

Procurement & Order Management

• Plan and manage the procurement cycle – PO creation, order tracking, delivery timelines, and vendor payments.
  
• Work closely with warehouse and inventory teams for stock replenishment and demand forecasting.
  
• Maintain optimal inventory levels without overstocking or stockouts.
  

New Product Development (NPD)

• Collaborate with Product & Design teams to convert product ideas into samples and production-ready SKUs.
  
• Source and develop new materials, finishes, and packaging based on market and trend analysis.
  
• Conduct competitive benchmarking and feasibility checks (MOQ, cost, import feasibility, etc.).
  

China & Overseas Sourcing

• Identify and manage suppliers from China via platforms like Alibaba, 1688, Canton Fair, etc.
  
• Manage end-to-end sourcing including sample coordination, quality checks, import documentation, and freight planning.
  
• Develop alternate sourcing hubs (e.g., Vietnam, Bangladesh) to mitigate supply chain risks.
  

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure product compliance with local regulatory standards (packaging, labeling, health & hygiene).
  
• Coordinate third-party quality inspections and maintain product specifications and QC reports.
  
• Maintain procurement documentation, contracts, and vendor evaluations.
  

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Textile Engineering, Business, or related field; MBA preferred.
  
• 5–8 years of experience in sourcing/procurement in

  home textiles

  ,

  home consumables

  , or

  D2C/eCommerce

  brands.
• Strong exposure to

  China sourcing

  and familiarity with import procedures, documentation, and Incoterms.
• Proven experience in

  New Product Development

  and fast-paced product launches.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
  
• Proficient with tools like Excel, ERP platforms (Tally, Zoho, SAP, etc.), and sourcing platforms (Alibaba, 1688).
  
• Ability to travel for vendor visits and trade fairs (domestic and international).
  

Nice to Have:

• Mandarin language skills or experience working with Chinese-speaking suppliers.
  
• Experience with sustainable and eco-friendly product sourcing.
  
• Experience in private label development for marketplaces like Amazon, Flipkart, etc.
  

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to build the sourcing foundation for a fast-growing D2C brand
  
• Work directly with founders and contribute to high-impact launches
  
• Entrepreneurial environment with strong ownership and innovation culture

  Role & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile