International Textile Sourcing Specialist
Must-have:Lead
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Mission
Identify, develop, negotiate, and manage international suppliers of garment manufacturing, textiles, and supplies; guarantee competitiveness in cost, quality, and lead times; and support the execution of international expansion initiatives for the textile business.
Main Functions:
- Develop and manage the international supplier network.
- Identify sourcing opportunities in Asia, Central America, and other relevant markets.
- Negotiate prices, commercial conditions, MOQ, lead times, and service levels.
- Coordinate samples, developments, approvals, and quality processes at origin.
- Conduct periodic visits to suppliers and international trade fairs.
- Participate in internationalization projects, exports, and new business models.
- Build market intelligence, supplier intelligence, and global production capacities.
- Work transversally with design, planning, quality, brands, and operations.
Required Profile
- Professional in International Business, Industrial Engineering, Administration, Foreign Trade, Fashion Design with a commercial emphasis, or related careers.
- Minimum of 4 to 7 years of experience in international sourcing, global procurement, or supplier development.
- Verifiable experience negotiating with international suppliers.
- Experience in fashion, garment manufacturing, textiles, retail, or mass consumption is desirable.
- Mandatory C1 level English (spoken and written).
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and commercial analysis.
- Valid passport and availability for frequent travel.