Senior Manager - Sourcing (Footwear)

Description

The Senior Manager - Sourcing at Stylo (Private) Limited leads strategic sourcing operations to enhance procurement efficiency and supply chain performance. This role involves developing and implementing sourcing strategies that align with the company’s objectives, managing vendor relationships, and optimizing supply costs. The position requires close collaboration with departments such as Merchandising, Planning, Product Development, and Operations to ensure product availability, quality standards, and timely deliveries are consistently met. The incumbent also drives supplier development, mitigates risks, and champions process improvements to support organizational growth. In this role, the incumbent oversees a team, guiding them to execute sourcing activities that improve On-Time In-Full (OTIF) performance and supply planning. The role requires strong analytical and forecasting skills, advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems, and effective budget management. It fosters cross-functional coordination and stakeholder engagement while leading initiatives that promote cost optimization and continuous improvement in sourcing practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies aligned with company goals to optimize procurement processes and supply chain efficiency.
• Manage and strengthen vendor relationships to ensure high quality, reliability, and compliance with contractual terms.
• Lead supplier development initiatives to enhance performance, reduce risks, and drive innovation in sourcing activities.
• Oversee the negotiation of contracts and pricing agreements to achieve cost optimization while maintaining product standards.
• Monitor On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery performance and implement improvements to meet supply chain and customer requirements.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Merchandising, Planning, Product Development, and Operations to synchronize sourcing activities with demand forecasts and production schedules.
• Manage supply planning activities to ensure product availability and timely delivery in line with business needs.
• Analyze procurement data and forecasting trends to support decision-making and identify opportunities for process enhancements.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, and reporting tools to maintain accurate sourcing records, track performance metrics, and generate reports for management review.
• Manage sourcing budgets, ensuring cost control and alignment with organizational financial objectives.
• Drive risk mitigation efforts related to vendor performance, market changes, and supply disruptions.
• Facilitate efficient stakeholder management and maintain clear communication across teams to support sourcing objectives.
• Initiate and lead continuous improvement projects that enhance procurement workflows and supplier collaboration.

Experience

6 Years

Apply By

Dec 2, 2026

Required Skills

• Vendor Management
• Problem Solving
• Forecasting
• Analytical Skills
• Supply Planning
• OTIF Performance
• Budget Management
• Cost Optimization
• Negotiation
• Strategic Sourcing

Nice to Have Skills

• ERP Systems
• Stakeholder Management
• Leadership
• Communication
• Decision Making
• Team Management
• Process Improvement