Sourcing Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead seasonal sourcing and production placement in line with agreed calendars, unit plans, and margin targets.
• Build, develop, and balance the vendor base, including new vendor onboarding and counter-sourcing strategies.
• Partner with Product Development to shape sourcing strategies that reflect product intent and complexity.
• Analyze pre-buy versus actuals and work with Raw Materials teams to identify risks and opportunities.
• Provide seasonal production forecasts to Logistics to support capacity planning.
• Own the accuracy and integrity of final range, pricing, and production data across SAP and PLM.
• Lead final price negotiations and monitor on-time, in-full delivery and quality performance.

Requirements

• Proven experience in sourcing or production management within a complex, multi-vendor environment.
• Strong commercial judgment and ability to negotiate cost and value across regions and categories.
• Experience building trusted relationships with internal cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Ability to make informed decisions and manage change in a fast-moving seasonal environment.
• Highly detail-oriented and organized with a strong sense of ownership.
• Willingness to travel as required.

About the Company

Burberry is a purposeful, values-driven luxury brand dedicated to unlocking the power of imagination. Founded in 1856, we aim to create the next generation of sustainable luxury while driving industry change and championing our communities.