Sourcing Expert/Specialist (Textiles)

Sunrise Group is one of the largest wholesalers and distributors of branded sports goods in Asia representing internationally renowned brands i.e. Yonex and Mikasa. Sunrise has presence in 15 countries of South East Asia, South Asia and East Asia, through its associate companies and distributorships.

With its mission statement “to be the No. 1 sports good and lifestyle company in Asia, providing a healthy lifestyle”, Sunrise is dedicated to the sale of high-quality, authentic sports equipment, and also to the development and promotion of an active sports lifestyle. Along with Yonex, Sunrise sponsors many international tournaments throughout the year and many impressive athletes on their quest to victory.

The Role

Job description and responsibilities:  

• Source, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers and factories, ensuring compliance with company standards. 
• Negotiate and achieve cost targets, while maintaining quality and delivery 
• Oversee the production process from sampling to final bulk order shipment. Identify potential issues and implement appropriate solutions 
• Monitor supplier performance using KPIs (quality, delivery, compliance) 
• Source innovative materials and technology for sportswear 
• Travel in-country for supplier visits and trade shows 

Ideal Profile

Key Qualifications & Skills:  

• Bachelor degree or above in Textile or related discipline; 
• Minimum 10-15 years working experience in apparel manufacture, trading office, buying office or apparel brands 
• Strong sourcing experience in China, candidates with extensive network of sportswear factories in China are preferred 
• Strong knowledge of fabric, trims, and garment construction for activewear 
• Experience working with suppliers, factories, and production facilities (domestic and overseas) 
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills 
• fluency in English 

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity within a company with a solid track record of performance
• Fantastic work culture
• Join a market leader within Apparel & Sporting Goods