An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Sourcing Manager to join a globally recognised retail organisation in Hanoi. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on building strong relationships, enjoys working collaboratively across teams, and is passionate about driving sourcing excellence in a supportive and inclusive environment
Keywords: country of origin diversification, market intelligence, sourcing strategy, vendor capabilities, factory development, stakeholder collaboration, compliance education, shipment coordination, performance review, cross-functional partnership
The successful candidate will play a pivotal part in shaping the sourcing landscape by exploring new markets, identifying innovative opportunities, and ensuring that all processes align with global standards. With a focus on flexibility and professional growth, this position offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact while developing your career within an organisation that values teamwork, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
- Play a key role in diversifying sourcing strategies and expanding vendor networks to support business growth and resilience in the ever-evolving retail sector.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including merchandising, quality assurance, and compliance to ensure seamless operations and adherence to best practices.
- Benefit from flexible working opportunities, ongoing training programmes, and a culture that encourages knowledge sharing and personal development.
What you'll do:
As a Sourcing Manager based in Hanoi, you will be at the forefront of shaping the company’s sourcing strategy by exploring new markets and strengthening supplier relationships. Your day-to-day activities will involve gathering valuable market insights, collaborating with various departments to ensure compliance and operational excellence, as well as educating partners on best practices. You will be instrumental in identifying new vendor opportunities that align with business goals while supporting existing suppliers through change. By coordinating shipments efficiently and reviewing performance metrics regularly, you will help drive continuous improvement throughout the supply chain. This role requires you to work closely with both internal teams and external partners, making it ideal for someone who enjoys connecting people, sharing knowledge, and contributing positively to collective success.
- Explore new countries of origin for sourcing based on risk assessment, industry trends, and organisational needs to ensure a robust supply chain.
- Provide comprehensive market intelligence to internal stakeholders by monitoring local market conditions and identifying innovation opportunities within the country.
- Work proactively to develop and implement effective sourcing strategies in alignment with global objectives, ensuring consistency and efficiency across all activities.
- Identify and assess potential new vendors quickly to meet evolving direct import requirements, ensuring they align with the organisation’s criteria for quality and reliability.
- Develop relationships with new factory sources while nurturing existing partnerships to adapt to changing business demands and future-proof the supply base.
- Collaborate cooperatively with merchandising, quality assurance, and compliance teams to certify factories and vendors according to established protocols.
- Educate factories and vendors on organisational processes, protocols, and compliance requirements to foster understanding and ensure smooth operations.
- Coordinate import orders by following up on shipment timelines and assisting vendors in working with service providers for timely execution.
- Review vendor performance regularly across sourcing, merchandising, quality assurance, and logistics operations to identify areas for improvement.
- Take responsibility for additional projects or duties as assigned by the leadership team on an ad hoc basis.
What you bring:
To excel as a Sourcing Manager in this role, your background should include hands-on experience managing complex sourcing operations within fast-moving industries such as retail or manufacturing. Your expertise in analysing market data will enable you to provide valuable insights that inform strategic decisions. You will bring excellent relationship-building skills that allow you to collaborate effectively across departments while also guiding external partners through compliance processes. Your ability to juggle multiple priorities—whether it’s onboarding new vendors or coordinating shipments—will be crucial for success. A keen eye for detail combined with adaptability ensures you can respond positively to shifting business needs or unexpected challenges. Fluency in English is required due to frequent communication with global stakeholders; Vietnamese language skills are an added advantage given the local context.
- Demonstrated experience in sourcing management or procurement within a retail or manufacturing environment, ideally involving international supply chains.
- Strong ability to analyse market trends and provide actionable intelligence that supports strategic decision-making for sourcing initiatives.
- Proven track record of developing vendor networks by identifying suitable partners quickly based on evolving business needs.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach when working alongside cross-functional teams such as merchandising, quality assurance, logistics, or compliance.
- Experience educating external partners on process requirements while fostering mutual understanding of compliance standards.
- Solid organisational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail throughout shipment execution processes.
- A commitment to continuous improvement demonstrated through regular performance reviews of vendors across various operational areas.
- Adaptability when taking on additional responsibilities or ad hoc projects as directed by leadership teams.
- Fluency in English (both written and spoken) is essential; proficiency in Vietnamese is highly desirable for effective communication with local partners.
What sets this company apart:
This organisation stands out as an employer of choice thanks to its unwavering commitment to employee wellbeing, professional development, and inclusivity. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements designed to support work-life balance alongside generous training opportunities that encourage continuous learning. The company fosters a culture where knowledge sharing is celebrated—ensuring everyone feels connected and supported regardless of their role or tenure. With a strong emphasis on collaboration across all levels of the business, you’ll find yourself surrounded by colleagues who are passionate about achieving shared goals together. Whether you’re looking for career progression or simply want an environment where your contributions are valued every day, this is an exceptional place to grow both personally and professionally.
What's next:
If you are ready to take your sourcing expertise to the next level within a supportive team environment in Hanoi, this could be your perfect next step!
Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your journey towards an exciting new chapter starts here.
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