Sourcing Manager (Sports Gear & Accessories)

Job Description Driving implementation and assisting in the development of category-based sourcing strategies to address current and future sourcing requirementsServe as the process owner and advocate for strategic sourcing and consumption management within their category spend area.Being responsible for selecting suppliers that can reliably deliver products on spec at high quality levels and targeted costsWorking cross-functionally to document requirements, conduct negotiations for renewal or new agreement and identify savings opportunities.Managing the supplier relationship on an ongoing basis including holding the supplier to quality and compliance requirementsDeveloping risk mitigation strategies including contingency plans, lead-time reductions and supply chain efficienciesPerforming market analyses to find potential new suppliers Qualifications 4-5 years of experience in product sourcing in the sports apparels, accessories and gearsUnderstanding of sports gear market trendsExperience in negotiation and cost management practicesBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related fieldA strong network of factories in India, China and Bangladesh Strong skills in Cost Negotiation Fabric and Sustainability knowledgeAn understanding of compliance requirementsAbility to engage senior team stakeholders & influence business operations as require