American Exchange Group · 1 day ago
Director of Sourcing – Handbags & Fashion Accessories
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$120K/yr - $170K/yr
10+ years expAmerican Exchange Group is an industry leader in fashion accessory products and brand management. The Director of Sourcing will lead the global sourcing strategy for handbags and fashion accessories, focusing on cost efficiencies and supplier performance while supporting the company’s growth objectives.
Consumer GoodsFashionManufacturing
Responsibilities
Own and drive the company’s strategic sourcing objectives for handbags and fashion accessories, translating goals into actionable plans and measurable outcomes
Lead supplier negotiations to secure best-in-class cost, quality, service levels, and delivery terms while building sustainable, long-term vendor partnerships
Oversee end-to-end sourcing operations including development, production, vendor allocation, and logistics in partnership with internal teams
Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers and factories aligned with category needs, price points, and quality standards
Assess supplier core competencies, capacity, compliance, and competitive positioning using industry cost models and benchmarking
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key vendors, driving accountability through clear KPIs, performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor industry trends, raw material costs, geopolitical factors, and emerging technologies to proactively manage risk and ensure continuity of supply
Partner with Design, Merchandising, Sales, and Production to support assortment strategies, costing targets, and margin goals across accessory categories
Lead cost analysis, scenario planning, and risk assessments; recommend mitigation strategies to minimize disruption and protect profitability
Contribute to short- and long-term business planning, forecasting, and budget development to support company growth objectives
Oversee demand forecasting and order placement, ensuring alignment with vendor lead times and seasonal calendars
Support licensed product initiatives as needed, including sourcing strategy and execution for licensed accessory programs
Lead and develop the sourcing team, setting priorities, workflows, and performance expectations
Perform additional duties as required to support business needs
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive experience in global sourcing, production, or supply chain management within handbags and fashion accessories (hair accessories, cold weather, hats, umbrellas, or similar categories)
Proven leadership experience managing sourcing teams and/or cross-functional partners in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Deep knowledge of overseas manufacturing, with hands-on experience sourcing from Asia (China, Vietnam, Cambodia, India) and/or other global regions
Strong understanding of costing, margin targets, factory negotiations, and MOQ management across multiple accessory categories
Demonstrated ability to evaluate supplier capabilities, factory compliance, capacity, and quality standards
Experience working with licensed products a plus, including understanding of licensor requirements, approvals, and timelines
Expertise in demand forecasting, production planning, and managing seasonal calendars
Strong analytical skills with experience in cost modeling, benchmarking, and scenario analysis
Proven ability to identify and mitigate sourcing and supply chain risks
Excellent communication and negotiation skills; able to build long-term vendor relationships and influence internal stakeholders
Comfortable partnering closely with Design, Merchandising, Sales, and Logistics teams to support business goals
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field preferred
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Half Day Fridays with shortened hours during both Summer and Winter seasons
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Tax-free commuter benefits
Exclusive employee merchandise discounts
Company
American Exchange Group
American Exchange Group is a designer, manufacturer, and wholesaler of fashion accessory watches, jewelry, and footwear.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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Alen Mamrout
Chief Executive Officer
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