Senior Manager, Sourcing

Centric Brands•New York, NY

1d•$120,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together. From sourcing raw materials to manufacturing, order placement, pricing and quality control and getting the finished product where it needs to be, our production team is responsible for ensuring we keep our standards high and our business profitable at every step of the journey. If you are a focused, results -driven, tenacious and highly flexible team player, we’ll give you every opportunity to build a rewarding career with one of the world’s foremost major lifestyle brand collectives. We are seeking a Senior Manager, Sourcing to support our Men’s and Women’s Lifestyle apparel brands, with a focus on wovens. This role is a key strategic partner to Design, Merchandising, and Production teams, responsible for driving sourcing strategies, optimizing vendor partnerships, and delivering against margin and timeline targets. This position requires a strong balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, along with deep product and fabric expertise.

Requirements

7–10+ years of experience in global sourcing or product development within apparel
Strong expertise in fabrics, yarns, garment construction and fit
Proven experience managing global vendor relationships and sourcing strategies
Advanced costing, negotiation, and margin management skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational capabilities
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach
Results-driven with a strong sense of urgency
High level of attention to detail and accountability
Ability to influence and drive alignment across teams

Responsibilities

Partner closely with Design and cross-functional teams to translate seasonal vision into executable sourcing strategies
Drive innovation in fabrics, yarns, and construction techniques aligned with market trends and business objectives
Ensure development is executed with the right vendors to deliver optimal cost, quality, and performance
Build, manage, and continuously optimize a strategic global vendor base
Establish strong partnerships with mills, agents, and factories to support business needs and innovation
Evaluate and onboard new vendors in partnership with Compliance and ESG teams
Lead negotiations on pricing, lead times, and terms to support margin and delivery goals
Analyze detailed cost breakdowns and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies
Drive margin improvement initiatives without compromising quality or delivery
Maintain and provide visibility into margin reporting and cost tracking
Oversee sourcing from development through production to ensure alignment with timelines and quality standards
Proactively identify risks in sourcing, costing, or production, and implement solutions
Ensure SMS development aligns with vendor capabilities, pricing targets, and prior performance
Serve as a key liaison between Design, Merchandising, Sales, and Production teams
Participate in merchandising and development meetings, providing insights on cost, feasibility, and sourcing options
Leverage materials and sourcing strategies across divisions to drive efficiencies
Ensure adherence to customer and company compliance standards (testing, labeling, packing, AQL requirements)
Utilize systems such as SAP, PLM, IBT, and related tools to maintain data accuracy and reporting