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.
Specific Responsibilities Would Include:Act as Asia's account executive managing overall NA BU leaders’ relationship, customer experience and expectation, ensure end to end products with right quality, right vendor, right price & on time delivery
- This role is part of the leadership team which is responsible for overall strategic strategy and vision of responsible product categories.
- Develop strong relationships with both North America BU teams & Country leaders, provide innovative solutions to align with Global Sourcing Strategy as well as leveraging resources if appropriate to achieve cost efficiency.
- Develop and lead sourcing and production teams across various product categories
- Develop strong relationships and be a key strategic partner to design and sales operations team.
- Lead & Coach Country sourcing team with an aggressive price negotiation foundation and collaborative approach with design/product development teams to identify cost engineering opportunities without compromising the aesthetic and quality of the garment.
- Hands on, proactive management of day to day product development and production issues/challenges.
- Collaborate with VP of Quality to ensure that all products achieve high quality standards including processes to monitor quality and performance against standards.
- Collaborate & review supplier/vendor performance along with Country management regularly and aligning with North America counterparts.
- Proactively engage with factory/mill management to review areas of improvement. Create and maintain consistent profiles
- Look for opportunities to expand into new countries (including emerging markets) and factories to remain cost competitive, improve lead times and have a balanced sourcing matrix
- Develop new business with Brands across multiple categories
- Minimum of 20 years’ experience in sourcing and product development with at least 7 years of senior management experience in a matrix organization
- Strong product knowledge in accessories (E.g. Bags/Belt/Socks/Underwear) is a must.
- Extensive experience with developing global sourcing strategy with diversified country matrix, multiple foreign offices and risk profile analysis
- Experience across multiple product categories and distribution channels
- Demonstrated strong verbal, written, analytical and negotiation skills
- Team players, A high energy, roll-up-the-sleeves attitude with a positive approach to dealing with challenges
- Attract, develop, and retain top level talent and demonstrated ability to motivate, develop and inspire a team
- Ability to multi-task & meet deadlines; detail oriented, organized with clear structure/presentation
- Excellent command of written and spoken English, Mandarin and Cantonese
Competency Requirements
Leadership Commitment:
- Inspire Others
- Grow Talent
- Advance DE&I
- Spark Ownership
Behavioral Competencies:
- Leading Change
- Coaching and developing others
- Decision Making
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Cultural Interpersonal Effectiveness
- Conflict Management and Problem Solving
- Driving Execution
Language Proficiency:
Fluent in: English, Mandarin
Specific Working Conditions
Frequency of Travel: As required.
This role can be based in either Hong Kong or Mainland China.
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Centric Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Minimum 20 years of experience in sourcing and product development
- At least 7 years of senior management experience in a matrix organization
- Strong product knowledge in accessories, including bags, belts, socks, and underwear
- Extensive experience developing global sourcing strategies with diversified country matrices, foreign offices, and risk profile analysis
- Experience across multiple product categories and distribution channels
- Strong verbal, written, analytical, and negotiation skills
- Ability to attract, develop, retain, motivate, and inspire talent
- Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and remain detail-oriented and organized
- Excellent written and spoken English, Mandarin, and Cantonese
What We Do
Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets, and sells high-quality products in the kids, men’s and women’s apparel, accessories, beauty, and entertainment categories. The Company’s portfolio includes licenses for more than 100 iconic brands, including Calvin Klein®, Tommy Hilfiger®, Nautica®, Spyder®, and Under Armour® in the kid’s category; Joe’s Jeans®, Buffalo®, and Hervé Léger® in the men’s and women’s apparel category; Kate Spade®, Michael Kors®, All Saints®, Frye®, Timberland®, and Jessica Simpson® in the accessories category; and in the entertainment category, Disney®, Marvel®, Nickelodeon®, and Warner Brothers® among many others. The Company also owns and operates brands such as Zac Posen®, Hudson®, Robert Graham®, Avirex®, and Taste Beauty® and operates a joint venture brand, Favorite Daughter, with Sara and Erin Foster. The Company’s products are sold primarily in North America through leading mass-market retailers, specialty and department stores, and online. Centric Brands LLC has unparalleled expertise in product design, development and sourcing, retail and digital commerce, marketing, and brand building. The Company is headquartered in New York City, with U.S. offices in Los Angeles and Greensboro, and international offices in London, Toronto, and Montreal. For more information about Centric Brands, please visit https://www.centricbrands.com.
