Sourcing and Production Director

Location: New York, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday through Friday – Standard Business Hours
Salary: Based on Experience

We are seeking an experienced Sourcing & Production Director to lead end-to-end sourcing, production, and supply chain operations for a leading apparel manufacturer. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing vendor selection, global sourcing strategies, production planning, quality assurance, and on-time delivery across multiple product categories.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in apparel manufacturing, global sourcing, and production management, with a proven ability to negotiate with overseas vendors, optimize supply chain operations, and collaborate across design, product development, and sales teams to deliver high-quality products while maximizing profitability.

• Lead the end-to-end sourcing and production process from vendor selection through final shipment.
• Identify and develop new factory partnerships across multiple countries to support manufacturing opportunities.
• Negotiate pricing, production capacity, delivery schedules, and quality standards with overseas factories and suppliers.
• Evaluate and assign production based on quality, reliability, cost, capacity, and delivery performance.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Development, Merchandising, and Sales teams to ensure product execution meets customer expectations and profitability goals.
• Oversee production calendars, capacity planning, and delivery timelines to ensure on-time order fulfillment.
• Manage the global supply chain from purchase order placement through production, shipping, and final delivery.
• Monitor factory performance and implement quality control initiatives to maintain product consistency and compliance.
• Develop and execute long-term sourcing strategies and vendor management plans.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with overseas factories, suppliers, and sourcing agents.
• Analyze production metrics, costs, and supply chain performance to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and cost savings.
• Lead cross-functional teams while driving continuous improvement throughout the sourcing and production process.

• Extensive experience in apparel sourcing, production management, or supply chain leadership.
• Strong knowledge of apparel manufacturing, including cut-and-sew production, fabric sourcing, trim development, and global supply chain operations.
• Proven experience sourcing and managing overseas factories and vendor relationships.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to secure competitive pricing, production capacity, and delivery timelines.
• Expertise in production planning, capacity management, quality assurance, and manufacturing operations.
• Experience developing sourcing strategies and managing vendor portfolios across multiple countries.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, production tracking software, Microsoft Excel, and supply chain reporting tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple product categories, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.