Materials Sourcing Manager, Wool
Core
Develop and execute a comprehensive Wool procurement strategy optimizing cost, quality, and sustainability while building a global supplier network.
Role type
Senior Materials Sourcing Manager (Wool)
Builds
Global network of Wool suppliers (tanneries, rawhide processors, producers) and a central Wool materials library
Domain
Apparel manufacturing / Sustainable supply chain
Required skills
Wool value chain expertise, global supplier network management, commodity risk analysis, supplier negotiation, cost reduction, risk mitigation, quality standards enforcement
Preferred skills
Knowledge of tanning processes and Wool grading, experience with ethical sourcing initiatives, cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Develop Wool procurement strategy, build/maintain global supplier network, partner on materials library, analyze market trends, negotiate supplier terms, collaborate on procurement alignment, identify cost/efficiency opportunities, implement risk mitigation, manage supplier performance, report on procurement metrics, enforce quality standards