VP of Sourcing - Kids Job at Fourth Floor, New York, NY

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  • Fourth Floor
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Our client, a childrens apparel company, is looking for a Vice President of Sourcing to join their team in NYC!

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the end-to-end sourcing strategy for all apparel categories (infant, toddler, boys, girls), ensuring alignment with brand, quality, and margin goals.
  • Identify, negotiate, and manage a global vendor matrix across multiple geographies, balancing speed, cost, and compliance.
  • Partner closely with design, merchandising, planning, and buying teams to align product development calendars and deliver on assortment strategies, including off-price programs.
  • Build and execute sourcing strategies tailored to both full-price and off-price channels, ensuring flexibility and speed-to-market.
  • Oversee cost engineering, fabric/trim development, MOQ management, and capacity planning.
  • Ensure all vendors adhere to social compliance, testing, and quality standards, with a focus on children’s product safety.
  • Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to the sourcing and production teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.
  • Stay ahead of market trends, country-of-origin shifts, and geopolitical risks impacting global sourcing.

Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of experience in global sourcing or production for apparel preferred kid’s apparel .
  • Proven success sourcing for off-price and value channels (e.g., TJX, Ross, Burlington) in addition to full-price retailers.
  • Strong knowledge of the buying cycle and merchandising process to effectively partner cross-functionally and deliver commercial results.
  • Deep understanding of children’s product safety requirements , testing protocols, and CPSIA compliance.
  • Established vendor relationships across key sourcing regions (Asia, Central America, etc.) with ability to negotiate competitive pricing and lead times.
  • Strategic thinker with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.
  • Proficiency in PLM systems, cost breakdowns, and calendar management.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Production, Merchandising, or related field; advanced degree a plus.

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