Supply chain Manager (Import & Export)

upply chain Manager- Role Overview

You will own the end-to-end sourcing and supply chain operations for an upcoming apparel brand —ensuring timely, cost-effective, and ethically aligned procurement from certified suppliers across China, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Turkey, Morocco and other strategic regions.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Sourcing & Vetting

Identify and onboard certified textile and apparel manufacturers aligned with wellness and sustainability standards

Evaluate supplier capabilities, certifications (OEKO-TEX, GOTS, GRS), and compliance documentation

Procurement & RFQ Management

Lead RFQ processes, negotiate MOQs, pricing, lead times, and sampling terms

Consolidate cost estimations across product categories and packaging formats

Production & Timeline Oversight

Manage production calendars, sampling cycles, and delivery milestones

Track supplier responsiveness and escalate delays proactively

Logistics & Customs Coordination

Oversee international shipping, customs clearance, and import documentation

Liaise with freight forwarders and customs agents to ensure smooth delivery

Data & Compliance Management

Maintain supplier trackers, certification logs, and cost matrices

Ensure all sourcing decisions align with brand's ethical and operational frameworks

Qualifications

8 to 10 + years in textile or retail apparel sourcing, preferably with China/Hong Kong/Vietnam exposure

Proven experience in RFQs, MOQ negotiation, cost estimation, and supplier onboarding

Strong understanding of certification standards (OEKO-TEX, GOTS, GRS, WRAP)

Familiarity with customs, freight, and international logistics workflows

Detail-oriented with excellent spreadsheet and documentation skills

Emotionally intelligent communicator with a collaborative mindset

Bonus Traits

Experience in sustainable or wellness-aligned brands

Contacts in the China & Far east, AMEA markets

Passion for ethical sourcing and deep understanding of compliance standards

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• How many experience do you have in supply chain?
• Do you have solid understanding in certifications (OEKO-TEX®️, GOTS, GRS), and compliance documentation
• Do you have hands on experience in oversee international shipping, customs clearance, and import documentation
• Ho many years of experience do you have in textile or retail apparel sourcing, preferably with China/Hong Kong/Vietnam exposure
• Are you familiar with customs, freight, and international logistics workflows?
• Do you have a contacts in the China & Far east, AMEA markets?

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Work Location: In person