Product Development & Sourcing Manager
Product Development & Sourcing Manager
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5years
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1 Vacancy
Job Description
About the Role
Our client a global leader in the fashion industry is seeking a seasoned and strategic Product Development & Sourcing Manager to lead their South African PD & Sourcing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a resultsdriven professional to oversee endtoend product lifecycle management from concept to shelf while optimizing sourcing strategies for cost quality and speedtomarket.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the execution of seasonal product programs ensuring timely and quality delivery aligned with brand standards.
- Develop short and longterm sourcing strategies that support both global brand direction and local market needs.
- Oversee contractor compliance with company and legal standards conduct supplier evaluations and performance reviews.
- Deliver highlevel customer service by resolving problems swiftly and proposing creative marketinformed solutions.
- Forecast production and supply needs; manage production planning in collaboration with merchandising and sales teams.
- Maintain accurate inventory levels through rigorous forecasting and planning.
- Monitor cost targets margins and KPIs; work closely with the Sourcing Director on OPEX tracking and costsaving initiatives.
- Mentor and develop a small team to maintain high engagement and productivity levels.
- Collaborate crossfunctionally with logistics supply planning manufacturing and commercial operations teams.
Candidate Profile
Qualifications & Experience:
- Tertiary Degree/Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering Sourcing or a related field.
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in product development and sourcing ideally in the apparel or fashion industry.
- Proven ability to manage supplier relationships across local and international markets.
Key Competencies:
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
- Excellent negotiation communication and contracting abilities.
- Capable of independent decisionmaking and crossfunctional collaboration.
- Skilled in cost analysis inventory forecasting and operational planning.
- Handson experience with global systems (e.g. SAP DaVinci Costing tools).
Additional Information
- Direct Reports: 2 3 team members
- Travel: Approximately 10% annually
- Work Conditions: Expect longer hours during seasonal development peaks
Ready to bring your sourcing and product development expertise to a worldrenowned fashion brand Apply now!
Employment Type
Full Time
