Sourcing Manager - Apparel

Sourcing Manager Apparel Salary: Competitive and based on experience Location: Ho Chi Minh

Keywords: collaborative, dependable, supportive leadership, inclusive, knowledgeable, flexible working opportunities, training opportunities, generous pensions contributions

A leading global retailer is seeking a strategic and entrepreneurial Sourcing Manager to spearhead their apparel sourcing operations, with a primary focus on men's activewear. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to take ownership of a high-impact category, build new vendor relationships from the ground up, and drive operational excellence across supply chains. The organisation is renowned for its commitment to delivering high-quality essentials at fair prices through a unique manufacturer-to-consumer model, eliminating unnecessary layers and ensuring customers receive outstanding value. You will join a culture that values builders, creators, and innovators who thrive in environments where conventional thinking is challenged and new possibilities are imagined. Here, every team member has the chance to shape the business trajectory, regardless of tenure or seniority. If you are passionate about making a difference, enjoy collaborating with knowledgeable colleagues, and want to be part of a supportive network that encourages growth leadership, this role offers flexible working opportunities and the chance to contribute meaningfully to a rapidly expanding brand.

• Take full ownership of sourcing operations for men's activewear, with potential expansion into other categories as the business grows.
• Join a collaborative environment where your ideas are valued and you can help build better systems rather than simply plug into outdated ones.
• Enjoy flexible working opportunities and generous training support while contributing to a company committed to fairness, sustainability, and operational excellence.

What you'll do:

As Sourcing Manager Apparel, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the company's men's activewear category. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve scouting for reliable vendor partners throughout Southeast Asia who can deliver exceptional products quickly. You will pitch these partners on joining the supply chain network, onboarding them efficiently while setting clear expectations around trial periods. Success in this role means not only expanding the supply base but also enhancing product quality, cost efficiency, and commercial terms through nurturing relationships with both new and existing suppliers. You will act as an ambassador for the company’s values during all partner interactions—building trust through considerate communication. Continuous improvement will be central to your work; you’ll identify bottlenecks in development processes and propose actionable solutions that accelerate time-to-market without compromising quality. By collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll ensure smooth integration of new vendors into established supply chains. Your analytical mindset will help monitor key performance indicators such as launch hit rates (reviews, returns, sales) while driving faster development cycles. Knowledge sharing among teams will be encouraged so everyone benefits from collective expertise. Ultimately, your efforts will reinforce the company’s reputation for fairness, sustainability, and operational excellence.

• Scout for vendor partners across Southeast Asia who can manufacture high-quality products with fast production lead times, ensuring alignment with rigorous standards.
• Pitch and onboard new vendor partners efficiently by establishing clear criteria for initial test periods and evaluating their ability to scale if successful.
• Drive excellence in partner operations by nurturing existing supplier relationships within current categories while expanding the supply base and improving product costs, quality, and commercial terms.
• Act as an ambassador in all interactions with partners, building trust and deepening relationships through considerate communication and shared goals.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives by identifying bottlenecks in development processes and proposing solutions that enhance speed and product excellence.
• Increase hit-rate launches by focusing on reviews, returns, sales metrics, and driving faster development times through collaborative problem-solving.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new vendors into supply chains while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
• Utilise data-driven approaches to monitor performance metrics, analyse trends, and implement process improvements that benefit both the company and its partners.
• Foster an inclusive environment where knowledge sharing is encouraged among teams to support ongoing learning and operational success.
• Represent the organisation’s values in every interaction with suppliers, promoting fairness, sustainability, and mutual respect.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for Sourcing Manager Apparel brings extensive experience in sourcing and merchandising within apparel or activewear categories—particularly those associated with high-end national brands from the United States. Your proven ability as a dependable self-starter ensures you adapt quickly when faced with new challenges or unfamiliar situations. Exceptional attention to detail is paired with a data-driven mindset that guides your approach to problem-solving; you consistently seek out information that informs decisions benefiting both operational efficiency and brand enhancement. Your analytical skills enable you to execute tasks effectively while identifying areas for process improvement across supply chains. A deep understanding of product development allows you to leverage factory/vendor expertise when launching new products at speed without sacrificing quality. You are continuously learning—proactively seeking out fresh perspectives—and remain adaptable even as circumstances change rapidly within retail environments. Your solid background in supply chain management or operations gives you comprehensive insight into how different functions interconnect within the industry. Interpersonal skills are crucial: you foster collaboration across teams by communicating clearly (both verbally/written) while presenting ideas persuasively yet politely. Building strong vendor relationships comes naturally thanks to your trustworthy nature; empathy guides your interactions so mutual respect prevails throughout negotiations or partnerships. Finally, your commitment to inclusivity ensures knowledge sharing thrives among under-represented groups—helping create an environment where everyone feels supported.

• Over ten years of sourcing and merchandising experience in apparel or activewear categories with high-end national brands based in the United States.
• Proven track record as a dependable self-starter who adapts swiftly to new challenges through quick independent learning.
• Exceptional attention to detail combined with a data-driven approach to decision-making and problem-solving.
• Strong analytical skills focused on execution, process improvement, brand enhancement, and supporting collaborative outcomes.
• Deep understanding of product development processes utilising factory and vendor expertise to bring new products to market efficiently.
• Continuous learner with a proactive attitude who is open to new perspectives and adaptable to changing circumstances within dynamic retail landscapes.
• Solid background in supply chain management or operations contributing to well-rounded industry knowledge.
• Excellent interpersonal skills fostering collaboration across teams; skilled in written/verbal communication as well as presentation delivery.
• Ability to cultivate strong vendor relationships built on trustworthiness, empathy, mutual respect, and shared objectives.
• Commitment to inclusive practices that promote knowledge sharing among under-represented groups within the organisation.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering dedication to fairness, sustainability, and operational excellence within retail. By leveraging a unique manufacturer-to-consumer model that eliminates traditional retail layers adding unnecessary costs for consumers, they deliver high-quality essentials at genuinely low prices. Their culture is built around collaboration—encouraging builders, creators, innovators—and values individuals who challenge conventional thinking using technology/data insights to uncover new opportunities. Every team member has equal opportunity regardless of tenure or seniority; responsibility is shared communally so everyone contributes meaningfully toward business growth. Flexible working arrangements are available alongside generous training support so employees can develop professionally while maintaining work-life balance. The company’s commitment extends beyond internal practices: it actively builds lasting relationships with manufacturing partners worldwide—ensuring mutual benefit through fair commercial terms—and promotes sustainable practices throughout its supply chains. Employees enjoy being part of an inclusive network where supportive leadership fosters personal/professional growth; together they build better systems rather than replicate outdated models seen elsewhere in retail.

What's next:

If you’re ready to make an impact by building sourcing operations from scratch within a supportive network committed to fairness and sustainability—apply now!

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