Sourcing Manager

About the role

Responsible for sourcing and developing snack products, covering both branded products (70%) and OEM / Private Label (30%), with a strong focus on sales growth, new product development (NPD), and margin performance. This role drives commercial success through effective product selection, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and select snack brands / factories
• Assess product potential based on sales opportunity, margin, and CVS fit
• Negotiate price, margin, and commercial terms
• Drive new SKU onboarding and NPD pipeline
• Ensure compliance with modern trade requirements (pricing, pack size, barcode, shelf life)
• Monitor performance and manage underperforming products
• Develop OEM snack products from concept to launch
• Identify and manage OEM factories (local and overseas)
• Control product cost, MOQ, and lead time
• Manage product specifications and approval process

About you

• Experience in snack sourcing for modern trade / retail
• Strong background in branded product sourcing
• Proven commercial negotiation skills (price, margin, promo support)
• Clear understanding of convenience store requirements
• Ability to evaluate factories and brand owners realistically
• Experience working with cross-functional teams
• Strong commercial mindset focused on sales and margin

Qualification

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in Sourcing and Import operations.
• Business Acumen: Strong understanding of the retail industry.
• Language Proficiency: Excellent command of English (Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing).
• Professional Integrity: Highly honest and responsible.
• Attributes: Positive attitude, creative thinking, and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional negotiation and coordination skills.