Sourcing & Compliance Manager

About the Company

Our client is a global leader with decades of expertise in designing, sourcing and delivering high-quality clothing solutions, and has operations in the UK, Europe, ASIA and US.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Sourcing & Compliance Manager with a solid background in fashion & textiles. Reporting to the Head of Production and Sourcing, you'll lead global sourcing activities while ensuring the supplier network meets the highest standards of ethical, regulatory and compliance performance.

This is a strategic role combining commercial sourcing, supplier relationship management and compliance leadership. You'll work closely with global suppliers across multiple product categories to deliver cost-effective, high-quality solutions that support growth aligned with business objectives, maintain targets and brand values. Based from a HQ in Castle Donington this is a permanent full-time hybrid role, with regular international travel to visit suppliers, conduct audits and strengthen strategic partnerships.

Responsibilities

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• Develop and deliver global sourcing strategies aligned to business objectives.
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• Identify, negotiate and manage relationships with international suppliers.
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• Drive supplier performance across quality, cost, delivery and innovation.
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• Drive cost reduction initiatives and identify opportunities to improve margins.
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• Lead supplier compliance programmes, including ethical sourcing, ESG, product safety and regulatory standards.
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• Manage supplier audits, corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
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• Ensure suppliers meet UK and international regulatory standards.
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• Champion responsible sourcing and continuous improvement across the supply chain.
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• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through effective planning and supplier management.
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• Lead and develop a team of Sourcing & Compliance Specialists.
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• Regular international travel to support supplier visits, audits and performance reviews.
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Qualifications

You'll be an experienced sourcing and supply chain professional from within fashion and textiles who thrives in a fast-paced, international environment.

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• Significant experience in sourcing, procurement or supply chain leadership within a manufacturing or product-led business.
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• Strong commercial negotiation and supplier management experience.
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• A proven track record of managing supplier compliance, governance and audit programmes.
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• Good knowledge of garment and fabric manufacturing, materials and global supply markets.
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• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and analytical skills.
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• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
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• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
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