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Lead - Denim Sourcing (6-8 Years)

Lead - Denim Sourcing (6-8 Years)

ConfidentialBengaluru / Bangalore, India
8 days ago
Job description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to lead our Denim Fabric Sourcing function. The role will focus on building strong vendor partnerships, driving cost efficiencies, ensuring OTIF (On-Time-In-Full) delivery, and expanding fabric innovation to support both new product development (NPD) and replenishment requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Vendor Management & Relationship Building

  • Own and manage long-term relationships with domestic and international denim fabric vendors.
  • Expand and diversify the vendor base to strengthen supply chain resilience.
  • Maintain vendor scorecards and drive continuous performance improvement.

2. Delivery & Operational Excellence

  • Ensure OTIF (On-Time-In-Full) delivery of all denim fabric requirements.
  • Develop alternate sourcing options to mitigate supply risks.
  • Streamline replenishment processes for speed and consistency.
  • 3. Costing & Commercials

  • Drive cost improvement initiatives while maintaining product quality and brand standards.
  • Negotiate favorable pricing, terms, and supply agreements with mills / vendors.
  • Support margin improvement through value engineering and efficiency.
  • 4. Product Development & Innovation (NPD)

  • Collaborate with design and merchandising teams for new product development and replenishment fabrics .
  • Explore, source, and introduce new fabrics, innovative finishes, and designs aligned with fashion trends and customer needs.
  • Drive sustainability initiatives (organic cotton, recycled fibers, water-saving denim technologies, BCI, etc.).
  • 5. Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure all fabrics meet quality, performance, and compliance standards.
  • Proactively address and reduce returns / claims through robust quality control and supplier accountability.
  • Implement corrective actions for any fabric-related issues.
  • Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of denim fabrics (construction, blends, weights, finishes, washes).
  • Proven ability to manage OTIF delivery and vendor performance.
  • Excellent negotiation, vendor relationship, and cost management skills.
  • Expertise in NPD, replenishment planning, and fabric innovation.
  • Strong commercial acumen and analytical mindset.
  • Awareness of sustainability and global compliance standards.
  • Qualifications & Experience

  • Graduate / Postgraduate in Textile Engineering, Apparel Management, or related fields .
  • 6–8 years of experience in fabric sourcing, with at least 4 + years in denim sourcing .
  • Established relationships with leading denim mills in India and overseas.
  • Demonstrated track record of cost savings, vendor base expansion, and fabric innovation.
  • Skills Required

    Vendor Management, sustainability initiatives, Quality Control, Cost Management

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