Head of Sourcing

2 months ago

Melbourne, Australia Brand Collective Full time

About Brand Collective 

Brand Collective is one of Australia's most prominent apparel, footwear & sport groups, operating our omnichannel offer across 300+ stores with over 3,000 team members, a comprehensive online business and an extensive wholesale network. Our portfolio ranges from iconic heritage to timeless contemporary, from street culture to considered craftsmanship, and from private label to international luxury fashion brands. We bring brands to life  

The opportunity 

The Head of Sourcing & Technical Compliance is a senior leadership position responsible for managing the entire product lifecycle from purchase order to delivery, ensuring that final products meet regulatory standards and quality expectations. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a strong background in apparel costing, production management, and regulatory compliance, focused on driving operational excellence, cost-efficiency, and innovation while adhering to timelines and compliance standards.

To achieve this, you:

  • Lead a multidisciplinary team across sourcing, production, and quality assurance to translate strategic initiatives into actionable plans while fostering a collaborative culture between our Melbourne and China teams.
  • Manage supplier partnerships to build a robust factory base for efficient sourcing of high-quality materials while ensuring compliance with standards, and promote cross-functional collaboration to drive innovation and best practices.
  • Analyze apparel sector trends to identify suppliers, facilitate design-to-cost processes for effective commercialization, and develop fabric sourcing strategies to ensure a reliable supply of high-quality materials.
  • Analyze production metrics to identify efficiency and cost-saving opportunities, and lead continuous improvement initiatives by adopting new technologies and methodologies.
  • Ensure quality assurance protocols are in place and manage inspection and audit processes at manufacturing facilities.
  • Collaborate with the Technical Manager to align production processes with engineering specifications while driving innovation to enhance manufacturing capabilities and operational efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements while representing the company in discussions with retailers and industry stakeholders about customer needs.
  • Develop and implement a sustainability strategy aligned with corporate objectives and industry standards, while establishing KPIs to measure sustainability performance in apparel and footwear development.
  • Conduct thorough analyses of existing processes to identify inefficiencies and implement initiatives that streamline workflows and enhance productivity.

The skills and experience you offer us

Proven experience in production management, sourcing, and compliance in the apparel industry, with a strong understanding of costing, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance; excellent negotiation skills; strategic thinking focused on operational excellence; and strong leadership abilities committed to team development and collaboration.

Just some of the perks we offer you 

  • Generous discounts for you and your family across Brand Collective's stable of brands That’s 50% off brands such as Reebok, Superdry, Clarks, Review, Hush Puppies, Elka Collective, Black Pepper and many more 

  • RECENTLY LAUNCHED - additional discounts across our parent company, LK Group, including Daniel's Donuts, Hommey, LK Group Hospitality, Snooze, and many more

  • Pet friendly workspace - yes, you can bring your dog to work 

  • Invitations to epic sample sales 

  • Paid parental leave, volunteer leave, purchased leave program  

  • Novated Leasing 

  • Generous service awards 

  • Employee Assistance Program with free access to Mental Health Professionals 

  • and more

Apply today to bring brands to life 

At Brand Collective our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we We value diversity and inclusion in all forms, thus hire based on capability and performance. If you feel like your skills align with the role and company culture, apply today with your current resume and optional Cover Letter.  

Please note: at this time, Brand Collective are not seeking recruitment agency support for this role, and will not be liable for any unsolicited candidate profiles or associated fees. We encourage applicants to apply directly to this posting if they would like to be considered for this opportunity. The advertising of this role may close earlier than the listed date, and we encourage applicants to apply early. 

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