VP of Sourcing - Apparel

Our client, a childrens apparel company, is looking for a Vice President of Sourcing to join their team in NYC! Responsibilities: Lead the end-to-end sourcing strategy for all apparel categories (infant, toddler, boys, girls), ensuring alignment with brand, quality, and margin goals. Identify, negotiate, and manage a global vendor matrix across multiple geographies, balancing speed, cost, and compliance. Partner closely with design, merchandising, planning, and buying teams to align product development calendars and deliver on assortment strategies, including off-price programs. Build and execute sourcing strategies tailored to both full-price and off-price channels, ensuring flexibility and speed-to-market. Oversee cost engineering, fabric/trim development, MOQ management, and capacity planning. Ensure all vendors adhere to social compliance, testing, and quality standards, with a focus on children’s product safety. Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to the sourcing and production teams, fostering collaboration and accountability. Stay ahead of market trends, country-of-origin shifts, and geopolitical risks impacting global sourcing. Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in global sourcing or production for apparel preferred kid’s apparel . Proven success sourcing for off-price and value channels (e.g., TJX, Ross, Burlington) in addition to full-price retailers. Strong knowledge of the buying cycle and merchandising process to effectively partner cross-functionally and deliver commercial results. Deep understanding of children’s product safety requirements , testing protocols, and CPSIA compliance. Established vendor relationships across key sourcing regions (Asia, Central America, etc.) with ability to negotiate competitive pricing and lead times. Strategic thinker with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams. Proficiency in PLM systems, cost breakdowns, and calendar management. Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Production, Merchandising, or related field; advanced degree a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fourth Floor