Sourcing & Compliance Manager

Description

We're looking for an experienced Sourcing & Compliance Manager with a solid background in fashion & textiles. Reporting to the Head of Production and Sourcing, you'll lead global sourcing activities while ensuring the supplier network meets the highest standards of ethical, regulatory and compliance performance.

This is a strategic role combining commercial sourcing, supplier relationship management and compliance leadership. You'll work closely with global suppliers across multiple product categories to deliver cost-effective, high-quality solutions that support growth aligned with business objectives, maintain targets and brand values.

Based from a HQ in Castle Donington this is a permanent full-time hybrid role, with regular international travel to visit suppliers, conduct audits and strengthen strategic partnerships.

Our client is a global leader with decades of expertise in designing, sourcing and delivering high-quality clothing solutions, and has operations in the UK, Europe, ASIA and US.

Sourcing & Compliance Manager - Key Responsibilities

Develop and deliver global sourcing strategies aligned to business objectives. Identify, negotiate and manage relationships with international suppliers. Drive supplier performance across quality, cost, delivery and innovation. Drive cost reduction initiatives and identify opportunities to improve margins. Lead supplier compliance programmes, including ethical sourcing, ESG, product safety and regulatory standards. Manage supplier audits, corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure suppliers meet UK and international regulatory standards. Champion responsible sourcing and continuous improvement across the supply chain. Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through effective planning and supplier management. Lead and develop a team of Sourcing & Compliance Specialists. Regular international travel to support supplier visits, audits and performance reviews. Sourcing & Compliance Manager - About You, Skills & Requirements

You'll be an experienced sourcing and supply chain professional from within fashion and textiles who thrives in a fast-paced, international environment.

Significant experience in sourcing, procurement or supply chain leadership within a manufacturing or product-led business. Strong commercial negotiation and supplier management experience. A proven track record of managing supplier compliance, governance and audit programmes. Good knowledge of garment and fabric manufacturing, materials and global supply markets. Excellent communication, stakeholder management and analytical skills. Experience leading and developing high-performing teams. Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills. Applicants must have full Right to Work in UK, sponsorship cannot be provided.

Ad ID: 5418699284