Sourcing Specialist

Summary

Join Manufactured, a Series A startup experiencing rapid growth, as a Sourcing Specialist based remotely in Vietnam. You will be responsible for sourcing high-quality products at competitive prices from vendors across Southeast Asia. This role requires extensive experience in Southeast Asian sourcing and strong vendor relationships. You will represent Manufactured in the region, expanding our vendor network and ensuring ethical business practices. The ideal candidate is a native speaker of the local language(s) with a proven track record of success in managing production and delivery in Southeast Asia. This is a remote position offering the opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, high-performing environment.

Requirements

• 5-7 years experience sourcing in Southeast Asia
• Be a true expert in sourcing in Southeast Asia. Be well-networked with vendors and understand how business operates there
• Be a native speaker of the local language(s) and be comfortable with the local nuances including values, customs, and business norms
• Successfully manage production and delivery of multiple products in Southeast Asia
• Have a proven track record of working with customers in Southeast Asia and have multiple examples of success working with different partners
• Operate with the highest ethical standards. Do not take kickbacks from partners. Manufactured has a zero tolerance for unethical business practices and will prosecute for any unethical or illegal behavior
• Experience in the following industries is necessary: Apparel / Food & Beverage / Shoes & Accessories / Consumer Electronics

Responsibilities

• Represent Manufactured in Southeast Asia and provide support for offshore sourcing in the area
• Expand our network of vendor partners in Southeast Asia. Constantly build our vendor pipeline by fostering new relationships with vendors and promoting awareness of our brand
• Diversify our vendor partnerships. Identify and partner with vendors in a variety of different industries
• Serve as a trusted advisor to internal and external partners on manufacturing in Southeast Asia
• Verify and onboard new vendors
• Manage ongoing relationships to ensure consistent high standards and long-term mutual benefits
• Oversee quality and manage production to ensure timely and high-quality delivery
• Stay current on local policy, trends, and culture that affects sourcing and Southeast Asia. Use your expertise to recommend new solutions and approaches to resolve issues and optimize end-to-end supply chain processes in Southeast Asia
• Ensure high ethical standards for all operations and uphold Manufactured’s commitment to ethical business practices
• Work closely with the Sourcing Lead to ensure quotes and samples are processed in a timely fashion
• Maintain an organized record of vendor quotations, catalogs, and capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

Startup experience

Benefits

Remote work