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Global Sourcing and Supply Chain Manager Jobs in Brooklyn, NY at SBH Fashion
Title: Global Sourcing and Supply Chain Manager
Company: SBH Fashion
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Global Sourcing & Supply Chain Manager
Seeking a Global Sourcing & Supply Chain Manager to drive our sourcing strategy and optimize vendor partnerships. This role will lead efforts to relocate China-based factories to alternative markets while ensuring quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Fluency in Cantonese and/or Mandarin is required to collaborate with our Hong Kong-based merchandising team and Asia-based suppliers. The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of global supply chain experience, strong leadership, and a strategic mindset to enhance operational success.
Key Responsibilities
Supply Chain Strategy & Vendor Management
Develop & Execute Strategy – Design and implement long-term strategies to optimize sourcing and vendor relationships, with a focus on diversifying production outside of China.
Vendor Evaluation – Identify and assess international vendors for quality, reliability, and compliance, while overseeing the performance of the Hong Kong merchandising team.
Operational Optimization – Evaluate supply chain gaps, create action plans for near- shoring, emerging markets, and category expansion.
Cost Management – Conduct pre-costing negotiations and cost engineering exercises to maximize profitability while maintaining positive vendor relationships.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
Regulatory Compliance – Oversee all QA/QC activities, ensuring compliance with Prop 65, REACH, and global regulatory standards.
Product Quality Control – Work with internal and external QA/QC teams to ensure factory adherence to quality benchmarks.
Testing & Certification – Establish rigorous testing procedures and collaborate with Compliance teams to uphold required safety and social responsibility standards.
Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Oversee the Hong Kong Merchandising Team – Provide direction, mentorship, and strategic alignment for merchandisers managing supplier relationships.
Performance Management – Set clear performance goals, conduct evaluations, and coach team members to foster a high-performance culture.
Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner closely with internal teams, including Compliance, Sales, and Product Development, to align on supply chain initiatives.
Reporting & Metrics
Establish KPIs to measure and optimize supply chain performance.
Monitor vendor performance and report progress against objectives, identifying opportunities for efficiency gains.
Requirements
Fluency in Cantonese and/or Mandarin (required).
10+ years of experience in global supply chain management, sourcing, and logistics.
Proven experience in vendor evaluation, contract management, and cost negotiations.
Deep knowledge of compliance standards (Prop 65, REACH, social responsibility, ethical sourcing).
Technical proficiency in operational systems (e.g., NetSuite, PLM platforms) and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills to build and maintain relationships internally and externally.
Preferred Experience
Familiarity with supply chain software or SaaS tools.
Experience supporting a global sales team on merchandising, product development, and technical design.
Background in industries such as packaging, consumer goods, or luxury products.
Working Conditions
Flexible hours may be required to manage urgent issues across global time zones.
Occasional international travel to vendor locations, including Asia-based suppliers and alternative sourcing markets.
Salary $185,000 + 25% Bonus
