Company Overview
- We are a US-based apparel company specializing in ladies' fashion for the US market
- The company operates both private labels and branded business. Private Label Business involves designing and supplying exclusive collections for major retail customers. Branded Business involves developing and distributing owned and licensed fashion brands
- With integrated capabilities across design, sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution, we serve major department stores, specialty retailers, off-price and big-box chains, as well as e-commerce platforms
- Headquartered in New York with over 200 staff across design and sales functions
- The company operates more than 100 retail stores in the US
- The Hong Kong office serves as a key hub for regional sourcing, product development, and supply chain management
Role Mission
- To establish, scale, and lead the Hong Kong sourcing office as a strategic hub for Asia-Pacific operations
- Build a best-in-class vendor ecosystem that supports both branded and private label business
- Drive end-to-end product development and production with speed, innovation, and quality
Role Summary
- You will lead and build out our Hong Kong sourcing operation
- This is a high-impact leadership role reporting directly to the CEO (based at US HQ)
- Responsible for establishing and scaling the HK sourcing office from the ground up
- Build and lead a sourcing team of 5–6 members
- Drive end-to-end product development and production
- Build a best-in-class vendor ecosystem for both branded and private label business
- Brings deep knowledge of the Asia sourcing landscape
- Ready to own the full sourcing and production lifecycle independently
- Regular business trips to China and Southeast Asia are required
Job Description
- Establish, scale, and manage the HK sourcing office as a strategic hub for Asia-Pacific operations
- Hire, develop, and lead a high-performing sourcing team of 5-6 members in Hong Kong
- Define office infrastructure, workflows, and operating protocols to support rapid, quality-driven production
- Serve as the senior sourcing leader and primary point of accountability for all HK-based sourcing activity.
- Identify, onboard, and manage a diversified portfolio of new and existing vendors and factories across the region
- Lead comprehensive vendor assessment across capabilities, capacity, compliance, quality standards, and pricing competitiveness
- Establish and own the vendor tiering system, including preferred supplier programs and partnership development tracks
- Align vendor relationships with broader sourcing strategy, ensuring continuous improvement and long-term scalability
- Own end-to-end product development and production processes from initial concept through bulk delivery
- Partner closely with design and merchandising teams to translate creative direction into manufacturable, cost-effective product
- Drive seasonal PD calendars, ensuring all milestones from proto to TOP to bulk delivery are met with precision
- Oversee production schedules, capacity planning, and risk mitigation to support on-time delivery and speed-to-market goals
- Lead identification and qualification of vendor partners for both branded and private label production, recognizing distinct requirements of each
- Develop a strategic vendor matrix that segments and matches supplier capabilities to product categories and brand standards
- Ensure private label production meets company standards for quality, cost, and speed while maintaining brand integrity
- Act as the senior liaison and bridge between Hong Kong, China, and U.S. teams, ensuring seamless communication and execution
- Ensure alignment across sourcing priorities, product timelines, and brand execution standards
- Ensure all products and vendors meet company safety, quality, and compliance standards
- Oversee factory audits, compliance reviews, and corrective action processes
- Build and maintain executive-level reporting on vendor KPIs including cost, quality, delivery, and compliance performance
- Provide regular strategic updates and sourcing market intelligence to leadership
Ideal Candidate
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Fashion, or related field; advanced degree is a plus
- Minimum 10+ years progressive experience in apparel sourcing, with at least 3–5 years in senior leadership
- Demonstrated experience building or leading a sourcing office or team in Hong Kong or broader Asia
- Deep knowledge of apparel manufacturing, PD processes, costing, and vendor management across both branded and private label production
- Fluent in English, Chinese and Mandarin; Cantonese proficiency is a strong advantage
- Existing relationships with factories and vendors in the region are highly preferred
- Strategic leadership abilities to build, inspire, and manage a high-performing sourcing team
- Entrepreneurial mindset; comfortable building from scratch, rolling up sleeves, and driving results in ambiguity
- Expert-level knowledge of the Asia sourcing landscape, factory capabilities, and supply chain dynamics
- Continuous improvement and innovative problem-solving mindset
- Regular business trips to China and Southeast Asia required
Terms & Benefits
- 5-day work week
- Competitive remuneration package
- Regional travel exposure to China and Southeast Asia
- Opportunity to lead and build a sourcing team
- Direct reporting line to CEO with high visibility
- Career development within a global apparel organization
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JPC Recruiting Services was established in 1990 and is a Hong Kong–based recruitment firm providing general recruitment and executive search services.
JPC Recruiting Services 於 1990 年成立，是一家總部設於香港的專業招聘公司，提供招聘及獵頭服務。
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