Raw Materials Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy for raw materials, aligning cross-functional stakeholders to deliver consistent and efficient outcomes.
• Manage end-to-end supplier relationships, including selection, onboarding, performance tracking, and continuous improvement.
• Negotiate pricing, capacity, and lead times to support business needs while maintaining strong supplier partnerships.
• Monitor market trends and manage risks, including commodity fluctuations and excess material optimization.
• Drive accurate planning and reporting, ensuring data integrity across systems and clear visibility of supplier performance.
• Support and develop team capability, fostering collaboration and continuous growth within the function.

Requirements

• Strong experience in raw materials management within a luxury or fashion environment.
• Solid understanding of textile production processes and supplier landscapes.
• Confident negotiator with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage priorities and deliver to critical timelines.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on data accuracy and informed decision-making.
• Proficiency with PLM or similar systems to manage data and track materials.

About the Company

Burberry is a purposeful, values-driven luxury brand. We believe creativity opens spaces, and our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers, and our communities.