Sourcing Lead
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Job Location:
Memphis, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
07-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Sourcing Lead Chêne Gear
Location: Memphis Tennessee
Type: Full-Time
About Chêne
At Chêne we build gear for hunters who demand more more from their equipment more from their experience more from the brands they trust. We believe in things made right built to last and backed with service that honors the people who use them. Every decision we make ties back to that standard.
Were growing fast expanding into new categories and building systems to match the scale of the brand. Thats where this role comes in.
The Role
Were looking for a Sourcing Lead who believes quality isnt a box to check its the this role you will own and expand Chênes supply chain and vendor relationships ensuring we deliver products that meet the highest standards while supporting margin goals and reliable production timelines.
You will be the primary point of contact with our factory partners worldwide leading negotiations strengthening long-term relationships and solving problems before they show up in-season. Youll bring rigor and consistency to how we source test and commercialize product while helping Chêne scale with purpose.
What Youll Do
Quality First
Build and maintain a reliable diversified vendor network across domestic and international partners.
Create and manage QA/QC processes from concept through finished goods.
Lead Vendor Relationships
Negotiate costing lead times and capacity to support seasonal needs.
Ensure factories understand not just what we build but why we build it that way.
Drive Supplier Performance & Margin Health
Implement vendor scorecards across cost delivery and quality.
Conduct costing scenarios and tariff analysis to support long-term sourcing strategy.
Own Compliance & Standards
Ensure all testing documentation and product compliance requirements are met.
Stay ahead of legislative changes affecting materials chemicals and labeling.
Cross-Functional Leadership
Support Product Merch Design Development CX and Operations in seasonal planning.
Lead material and finished goods testing to ensure durability and performance meet the Chêne standard.
Requirements
What You Bring
A track record of building premium products through thoughtful sourcing and quality control.
Ability to operate in a fast-moving environment where priorities shift and clarity must be created.
Strong relationship instincts you know how to work with people and earn trust on both sides.
A systems-oriented mindset that brings structure without slowing momentum.
Qualifications
7 years sourcing technical apparel or soft goods internationally including direct factory engagement.
Deep knowledge of fabrics textiles construction and commercialization processes.
Hands-on experience managing product testing QA/QC workflows and compliance documentation.
Proven ability to manage supply chain timelines from raw material to final delivery.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative team-first mindset.
Passion for the outdoors hunting waterfowl or related fields is a strong plus.
Why Join Chêne
Youll work with a team that believes in the work and in each other.
Youll have the chance to build systems and influence decisions that meaningfully shape the future of the brand.
Youll be part of a company thats growing with purpose not chasing hype.
Required Skills:
What You Bring A track record of building premium products through thoughtful sourcing and quality control. Ability to operate in a fast-moving environment where priorities shift and clarity must be created. Strong relationship instincts you know how to work with people and earn trust on both sides. A systems-oriented mindset that brings structure without slowing momentum. Qualifications 7 years sourcing technical apparel or soft goods internationally including direct factory engagement. Deep knowledge of fabrics textiles construction and commercialization processes. Hands-on experience managing product testing QA/QC workflows and compliance documentation. Proven ability to manage supply chain timelines from raw material to final delivery. Strong communication skills and a collaborative team-first mindset. Passion for the outdoors hunting waterfowl or related fields is a strong plus. Why Join Chêne Youll work with a team that believes in the work and in each other. Youll have the chance to build systems and influence decisions that meaningfully shape the future of the brand. Youll be part of a company thats growing with purpose not chasing hype.
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Category Management
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- HR Sourcing
- Supply Chain Experience
- Analysis Skills
- Contract Management
- Supplier Management
- Contract Negotiation
- ERP Systems
- negotiation
- Contracts
