Job Summary
As a Procurement Specialist you will by responsible for the end-to-end purchasing cycle for fabrics, trims, labels, and related materials across sampling and production. Working inside a fast, quality-driven textile environment, you’ll deal suppliers, secure competitive and reliable supply, and keep our ERP data clean so production flows on time and on cost.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Supplier Management
- Run the full purchasing process: contracting, planning, ordering, and inbound follow-up for sampling and bulk.
- Participate in negotiations to secure favorable commercial, quality, and service terms.
- Source and evaluate new national and international suppliers; maintain an organized, up-to-date supplier database.
- Qualify suppliers with a focus on quality, reliability, efficiency, sustainability, and cost.
Costing & Process Optimization
- Build and maintain detailed product cost sheets covering all items and services for accurate forecasting.
- Identify savings, lead-time reductions, and workflow improvements across the supply chain.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies, external regulations, and sustainability requirements.
Production & Delivery Coordination
- Align closely with Planning to confirm and monitor delivery schedules; escalate risks early.
- Coordinate timely material supply for production orders to secure smooth line starts.
- Collaborate with Production/Logistics to streamline inbound, labeling, and kitting where needed.
- Support ERP integration and data hygiene (purchasing data, supplier records, cost structures).
Preferred Qualifications (Must-have/Nice-to-have)
Must-Have
- 3+ years of experience in a related role or field.
- Proven experience in fabric and trims procurement/sourcing within fashion/apparel.
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Solid knowledge of textiles, trims, labels, testing/quality requirements, and production flows.
- Analytical, detail-oriented profile with hands-on cost analysis and budgeting experience.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (ideally PHC or similar) and advanced Excel/Sheets.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
- Fluency in English.
Nice-to-Have
- Familiarity with sustainability standards and supplier compliance audits.
- Knowledge of garment tech packs.
Benefits & Working Conditions
- Health insurance coverage.
- Flexible work schedules that promote work-life balance.
- Generous allocation of 26 vacation days per year.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Opportunity for professional growth and development.
- Modern and well-equipped office space in a convenient location.
