Location : Mohali
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: Mid to Senior
Sector : Fashion Production, Supply Chain, Apparel Sourcing. Skilled negotiator experienced in Western dressing- luxury suits, dresses, coats, occasionwear, leisurewear. Menswear & womenswear.
About the Role
Alkye's sister concern - Fittora merges AI precision with bespoke tailoring to deliver luxury, made-to-measure fashion. We're seeking a highly capable Sourcing & Production Manager to oversee the procurement of fabrics, trims, and accessories while managing vendor relationships and production flow. This is a pivotal role in ensuring our supply chain matches the sophistication of our garments.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and evaluate fabric and trim suppliers aligned with luxury, sustainability, and fit standards.
- Negotiate costs, MOQs, lead times, and delivery terms with vendors for fabric, trims, and packaging materials.
- Ensure timely and high-quality procurement of zippers, linings, buttons, and specialty trims for production.
- Build and maintain a preferred vendor database with backup sources across all material categories.
- Work closely with garment technicians and pattern makers to anticipate material needs.
- Monitor supply timelines and mitigate bottlenecks across sampling and production.
- Implement traceable sourcing protocols that align with Fittora's sustainability ethos.
- Oversee material audits and conduct incoming quality inspections of all sourced items.
Skills & Qualifications
- 5+ years of sourcing or production experience in fashion or apparel manufacturing.
- Deep understanding of fabric types, garment trims, and vendor negotiation strategies.
- Proven ability to manage production timelines, costs, and inventory in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working with custom or luxury apparel is highly desirable.
- Strong interpersonal and cross-functional coordination skills.
- Knowledge of compliance, ethical sourcing, and sustainable materials is a plus.
