JOB DESCRIPTION – Sourcing Manager / Lead (Menswear | India, Bangladesh & China) 1. Position Overview Item Details Position Title Sourcing Manager / Lead – Menswear Function Sourcing & Vendor Management Reporting To Head – Sourcing, Quality & Technical Location Bangalore Employment Type Full-time 2. Role Objective We are looking for a hands-on Sourcing Manager / Lead to handle end-to-end sourcing for our men’s brand across wovens, Active wear, outerwear, Flat Knit, Fashion Knit and bags . This role is responsible for taking complete ownership of the account from handover to delivery — including vendor identification, negotiation, cost finalization, and timely execution — across India, Bangladesh, and China . 3. Key Responsibilities Area Responsibilities Handover Management Receive complete handover from buying team – including tech packs, order grid, target price, size/ratio breakdown, trims/fabric info, and delivery expectations. Validate data accuracy before execution. Vendor & Mill Identification Identify the right garment factories (India & Bangladesh) and fabric sources (India & imports) based on product type, capacity, price, and lead time. Costing & Negotiation Lead cost negotiations for both garment and fabric. Ensure margin goals are met without compromising product quality or delivery. Order Placement & Follow-Up Issue POs, confirm terms, monitor TNA, and follow through until shipment. Anticipate risks and drive solutions with internal teams and suppliers. Vendor Management Build and nurture vendor base across India and Bangladesh. Ensure vendors meet performance KPIs — price, quality, compliance, delivery, and flexibility. Category Expertise Source full range of Menswear : woven tops/bottoms, flat knits, winterwear, bags (from China), and special fabrics (performance, tech finishes, sustainable blends), Active wear etc. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with buying, tech, QA, and logistics teams to ensure seamless execution across the supply chain. 4. Success Metrics Handover-to-order closure TAT ≤ 7 days On-time delivery adherence ≥ 95% Cost target achievement ≥ 90% Reduction in vendor-related escalations Development of new strategic vendors yearly (India + Bangladesh) 5. Candidate Profile Criteria Must-Have Education Graduate from NIFT (Textile, Apparel Production, or Fashion Management preferred) Experience 8–12 years in sourcing / category management with reputed Indian fashion retailers or brands (e.g., Reliance, TAT, Arvind etc.) Sourcing Geography Strong hands-on sourcing from India, Bangladesh (for garments) and China (for bags and specialty fabrics) Product Category Strength Menswear: woven pants, Activewear, flat knits (tees, sweatshirts), winterwear (jackets, Sweatshirt, sweater), fabric sourcing, and bags Technical Know-how Strong understanding of garment construction, fabric performance, MOQ dynamics, cost engineering, and TNA management Commercial Acumen Proven track record in cost negotiation, margin improvement, and vendor performance optimization Soft Skills Self-driven, solution-oriented, strong communication, cross-functional collaborator, and able to thrive in a fast-paced growth environment Show more Show less