Talent.com
This job offer is not available in your country.
Director - Sourcing

Director - Sourcing

Human Capital ExpressGurugram, India
6 days ago
Job description

Description : Client of Human Capital Express

Location : India (Pan-India sourcing network preferred)

About the Company

Our client is a rapidly growing M2C home décor and furniture brand that champions thoughtful design, quality craftsmanship, and fair pricing. The organization partners with artisan manufacturers across India to build a sourcing ecosystem rooted in innovation, sustainability, and long-term collaboration.

The Role

We are seeking a Sourcing Director to establish and lead the sourcing function across furniture, rugs, lighting, décor, and soft furnishings. The role encompasses the complete sourcing lifecycle from identifying and onboarding suppliers into a low-MOQ, high-agility model to driving excellence in quality, compliance, and cost optimization through technology and data-driven practices.

This opportunity is ideal for a sourcing leader with deep product understanding, commercial acumen, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, design-led environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a strategic sourcing roadmap across all product categories.
  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard 15+ factories and artisan partners within the first 60 days.
  • Build and manage long-term vendor relationships with a focus on cost, quality, and innovation.
  • Partner with Design, Merchandising, and Category teams to optimize product development and pricing.
  • Introduce tech-enabled systems for replenishment, quality control, and vendor performance tracking.
  • Conduct regular vendor business reviews to assess compliance, performance, and sustainability metrics.
  • Lead process improvement initiatives using AI-driven sourcing tools and digital vendor platforms.

What Were Looking For

  • 12+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supplier management, preferably in furniture, rugs, textiles, or décor.
  • Strong product knowledge with an understanding of raw materials and manufacturing processes.
  • Proven success in building and scaling vendor networks across India.
  • Strategic, analytical, and tech-forward mindset with exposure to AI, automation, or digital supply systems.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Bachelors degree required; MBA preferred.
  • Ability to thrive in a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment.

    • Why Join

  • Opportunity to architect and lead the sourcing function for a global lifestyle brand.
  • Direct exposure to leadership, design, and innovation teams.
  • Chance to influence sustainable, technology-led sourcing practices in India.

    • (ref : iimjobs.com)

    Create a job alert for this search

    Director Sourcing • Gurugram, India