Senior Sourcing Manager

Must have their own laptop,

About the company:

We are a new-age, funky lifestyle accessories startup on a mission to break the monotony

with trendsetting, edgy, and tech-driven products. Our brand thrives on bold storytelling,

quirky aesthetics, and AI-powered creativity. We started our operations amidst the

pandemic and has been over 4 years now and we are looking to grow our team in as we

grow the business further.

Role Overview:

If you are a dynamic and driven professional with a strong understanding of textiles,

sustainable materials, and innovative sourcing practices, this is the opportunity for you. At

Our Company, we are building a purpose-led lifestyle brand that redefines everyday essentials

like socks, handkerchiefs, tote bags, and shoe bags. We are looking for a Sr. Sourcing

Manager who can combine sustainability with smart business acumen, someone who can

leverage their vendor network, negotiate effectively, and deliver high-quality products with

a reduced environmental footprint. If you are passionate about creating meaningful

impact through textiles, thrive in a fast-paced D2C environment, and want to play a

pivotal role in scaling a young, disruptive brand, we’d love to have you on board.

• Designation - Sr. Sourcing Manager

• Office location - Vikhroli, Mumbai

• Other information - Must have their own laptop, we have Monday to Saturday working,

looking to join our team from 1st November, 2025.

• Requirements:

• Need 6-8 years of experience in fashion and strong knowledge of sustainable

fabrics, certifications (GOTS, OEKO-TEX, Fair Trade, etc.) and eco-friendly

sourcing practices. Must also understand stitching techniques, fabric printing,

dyeing and their associated processes.

• Qualifications - Degree in Textile Technology/Fashion Technology/Apparel

Production/Sourcing (NIFT or equivalent preferred).

• Proven track record in sourcing innovative textiles and developing new vendor

ecosystems.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills along

with strong leadership skills, must be goal oriented, assertive and a hands-on,

problem solver.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

• Established vendor network in relevant product categories (socks, accessories,

lifestyle textiles).

As a Sr. Sourcing Manager, you will manage & drive the entire NPD + reordering cycle.

You will also be responsible for identifying fashion trends & innovations across the world &

help bring them to our portfolio. Along with this, you will be responsible for analyzing sales

data to pull insights on fast moving styles vs slow moving & bring freshness to the portfolio

Sourcing & Vendor Management

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard vendors with strong sustainability practices.

• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with mills, factories, and suppliers.

• Negotiate best-in-class pricing, payment terms, and lead times while ensuring

compliance with sustainability goals.

• Ensure vendors meet ethical, social, and environmental standards.

Product Development & Innovation

• Collaborate with design and product teams to source innovative, eco-friendly raw

materials and trims.

• Managing the sampling cycle against set timelines to ensure readiness for shoots

& final production

• Research and implement new textile technologies that reduce environmental

impact.

• Stay updated on global trends in sustainable textiles and recommend relevant

adoption.

Operational Excellence

• Drive cost optimization while maintaining quality and sustainability standards.

• Manage end-to-end sourcing cycle – from vendor identification to product delivery.

• Set KPIs for vendor performance (quality, timeliness, compliance) and ensure

regular reviews.

• Drive improvements in current portfolio from all aspects – product quality, features,

sourcing, costs & MOQ efficiencies

Demad Forecasting

• Analyze sales data for entire portfolio to monitor stock movement for re-ordering of

bestsellers

• Demand planning & channel wise allocation for production orders in order to

maintain optimal inventory level

GM working

• Working with business teams for considering markdowns, promotions, price

changes, clear outs for minimal inventory days for low sellers

• Leading & executing Gross Margin Improvement programs for high volume sellers

by building a strong alternate supplier base & exploring alternate materials

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead the sourcing team with a focus on speed, innovation, and execution

excellence.

• Build and leverage a strong vendor network to scale business growth.

• Work cross-functionally with design, production, and marketing teams to ensure

smooth workflows.

• Take ownership of challenges, demonstrate a solution-oriented mindset, and

deliver results under pressure.