Sourcing Head

Roles and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to meet business objectives, ensuring cost savings, quality improvements, and increased efficiency.
• Ensure 100% on-time procurement of all yarns, fabrics, and related materials.
• Source and develop new suppliers & subcontractors (Sizing, Weaving, Dyeing, Stitching, etc.) to meet production needs.
• Manage vendor relationships through effective communication, negotiation, and contract management to drive mutual benefit agreements.
• Ensure timely receipt of all Transaction Certificates (TC) for certified orders (GOTS, OCS, GRS, RCS, Fair Trade, BCI, CMIA).
• Prepare and maintain a Supplier Data Bank with detailed vendor and material information.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and develop solutions that meet those needs.
• Evaluate supplier/subcontractor performance and recommend Green Channel Partner (GCP) status for qualified partners.
• Track and review team KPI performance, ensuring continuous improvement
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes to enhance overall performance.

Key Skills Required

• Strong knowledge of yarn, fabric, and textile raw materials.
• Good negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Excellent coordination and communication across departments.
• Exposure to certified textile sourcing (GOTS / BCI / OCS / GRS) preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP or MIS tools for reporting.
• Leadership and team management abilities.

Qualification & Experience

• Any Degree
• 5 to 7 years of experience in textile sourcing, purchase, or supply chain functions.
• Experience in Grey Fabric production-oriented textile units preferred.