Teamlead Sourcing & Purchasing – Footwear (m/w/d)
Core
Leading the Sourcing & Purchasing team to secure footwear manufacturing at the right price, quality, and timeline while building a global supplier network.
Role type
Senior Team Lead, Strategic Sourcing & Purchasing (Footwear)
Builds
Global footwear supply chain, supplier network, and cost structures for a growing international brand
Domain
Footwear manufacturing, international procurement, Asian markets (China focus)
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, team leadership, cost breakdown analysis, supplier negotiation, capacity planning, supplier management, risk management, financial acumen, data analysis, travel readiness
Preferred skills
Existing network of footwear manufacturers, deep China market knowledge, hands-on problem solving, entrepreneurial mindset
Technologies
Excel, KPI dashboards
Responsibilities
Lead and develop the Sourcing & Purchasing team; Execute and evolve global sourcing strategy; Build and manage international supplier network (Asia/China); Negotiate complex pricing and contracts; Ensure production capacity and timelines; Manage supplier performance via KPIs; Resolve escalations with production partners; Identify new suppliers and materials for margin improvement; Collaborate with Product Development, Design, and Merchandising.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership
