The Souled Store
Location
Mumbai | India
Job description
About Us:
The Souled Store is a homegrown youth casual-wear brand started in 2013. We are one of India’s largest online merchandising platforms with licenses like Disney, Warner Bros; WWE, IPL, Viacom18 to name a few. Apart from selling products with themed designs such as superheroes, movies, TV shows, and cartoons, the brand also is at the forefront of the latest youth style and fashion trends. In addition to core men and women wear apparel categories, we have also expanded to new categories and introduced new product lines like activewear, supima products, innerwear, personal care products like perfumes etc. We have also launched footwear and kidswear recently. Although we are primarily an online brand, we’ve expanded in the offline retail space as well and have stores in Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi, Pune, Indore and Ahmedabad. The Souled Store was born out of the idea of loving what you do, from the soul. We believe that people do their best work when they love what they do. There are too many Monday mornings and you can’t go dreading every single one of them. Over the years, we have built a strong team of like-minded people that work smart, own their work, and think like leaders. If you identify with what we do and are interested in being a part of an aggressively growing brand, we would love to have you on board! Team & Position Summary: We are seeking a highly competent and experienced Manager in Supply Chain with expertise in Knitwear sourcing to join our company. As the Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing the sourcing process for knitwear products, ensuring a seamless and efficient supply chain. You will work closely with suppliers, internal teams, and stakeholders to drive cost-effective sourcing strategies while maintaining quality standards and meeting business objectives. Roles & Responsibilities : Develop and implement sourcing strategies for knitwear products, considering factors such as cost, quality, lead times, and supplier capabilities. Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, conducting thorough assessments to ensure they meet the company's requirements and standards. Negotiate and establish favorable terms and conditions with suppliers, including pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and quality agreements. Monitor supplier performance and manage relationships, addressing any issues or concerns promptly and effectively. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, production, and logistics, to align sourcing activities with production plans and business goals. Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and technological advancements related to knitwear sourcing, and leverage this knowledge to drive continuous improvement and innovation. Analyze and optimize the end-to-end supply chain processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency enhancements and cost savings. Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to sourcing and supply chain activities. Prepare and present regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) and sourcing metrics, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations. Train and mentor team members, fostering their professional growth and ensuring a high level of performance. Experience and Competencies : Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management and relevant software Understanding of market dynamics and sound business judgment Strong project management and leadership skills Ability to negotiate and sustain networking relationships Comfortable with figures and in collecting, analyzing and interpreting data Solid judgment with ability to make good decisionsJob tags
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