Sourcing Manager, New Poly Development

Quince

. Identify and onboard global polyester fiber and yarn suppliers that meet quality and sustainability standards.

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • China, Hong Kong, TaiwanMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sourcing polyester fibers and yarns while ensuring compliance with quality and sustainability standards. Proficient in negotiation, supplier management, and understanding of global market dynamics.

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Polyester Fiber SourcingSupplier NegotiationQuality AssuranceSustainability StandardsSupply Chain Management

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Hard Skills

Sourcing Synthetic FibersSupplier AuditsContract ManagementMarket Trend AnalysisFiber Testing InterpretationRecycled Polyester ProgramsCustoms RegulationsLogistics ManagementERP ToolsTextile Industry Knowledge

Soft Skills

Strong Negotiation SkillsCollaborationRelationship Management

Industry Keywords

PolyesterTextilesSustainabilityEthical SourcingGlobal SourcingSupply ChainQuality StandardsProduction PlanningR&D CollaborationImport Regulations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPYarn

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify and onboard global polyester fiber and yarn suppliers that meet quality and sustainability standards.
Conduct supplier audits to ensure alignment with brand values and traceability requirements.
Source high-quality polyester fiber and yarn at competitive prices, balancing cost against performance.
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contracts with suppliers and spinning mills.
Monitor global polyester market trends and feedstock pricing to inform purchasing decisions.
Collaborate with quality teams to define specifications and ensure supplier lots meet standards.
Drive responsible sourcing initiatives and partner with industry certifications to validate practices.
Partner with Production, R&D, and Planning teams to align on demand forecasts and sourcing strategies.
Maintain documentation of supplier contracts, test results, and quality performance for audits.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Textiles, Polymer Science, Business, or a related field.
Proven experience sourcing synthetic fibers or yarns, ideally polyester or other engineered fibers.
Deep understanding of global polyester sourcing regions and pricing dynamics.
Strong negotiation skills with the ability to manage supplier contracts globally.
Ability to interpret fiber and yarn testing reports and connect them to product quality.
Familiarity with ethical sourcing practices and sustainability standards.
Established relationships with polyester polymer producers or textile mills preferred.
Experience with recycled polyester programs or bio-based initiatives preferred.
Knowledge of customs, logistics, and import regulations for synthetic fibers and yarns preferred.
Experience with sourcing systems or ERP tools for supplier management preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunities and anti-discrimination protections
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Merit-based employment offers
Background check conducted in compliance with applicable laws