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negotiation manufacturing lighting supplier management cost reduction📋 Description
- Develop and execute a comprehensive lighting sourcing strategy across Asia.
- Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers to expand capacity and mitigate risk.
- Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and industry trend monitoring.
- Negotiate major sourcing agreements and terms with Asian suppliers.
- Lead cost-reduction initiatives via negotiation and value engineering.
- Onboard manufacturing partners to Quince's D2C model and rapid replenishment.
🎯 Requirements
- 15+ years in director-level strategic sourcing or procurement at major US retailers.
- Deep factory connections within the Lighting category.
- Product-focused with ability to cost engineer and bring products to market.
- GM mindset with supply chain background and lean/JIT experience.
- Strong cost understanding; drive cost savings via clean sheets and negotiation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
🎁 Benefits
- Mission-driven team reshaping retail.
- Equal opportunity employer and inclusive culture.
- Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
- Secure recruitment practices and compliance-focused environment.
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