Job Description – Sr. Manager / Manager – Fabric Procurement
Department: Procurement & Sourcing – Production and Planning
Location: Factory Office at Kalher, which is 6 kms from Kapurwadi, Thane
Reporting To: Manager / Senior Manager – Fabric Procurement
Functional Reporting To: AVP – Fabric
Job Purpose
To lead and manage the entire fabric procurement cycle, from yarn to finished fabric, for a textile export business that outsources all operations. The role involves overseeing sourcing, quality control, vendor management, and process coordination for greige, processed, and finished fabrics (specifically for bed linen), while ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality and cost standards.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibility Area Description
Fabric Sourcing & Procurement Identify and manage vendors for greige, dyed, printed, and finished fabrics. Develop reliable sources, negotiate terms, and forecast requirements.
Technical Expertise & Fabric Knowledge Deep knowledge of yarn, fabric construction, finishes, lab dips, and pre-production samples.
Vendor & Process Management Coordinate with mills and process houses, monitor timelines, ensure quality, and resolve issues.
Order & Process Management Manage end-to-end fabric orders and coordinate with teams to meet export deadlines.
Team Leadership Build, mentor, and develop the procurement team.
Reporting & Coordination Maintain MIS reports, vendor records, and management updates.
Travel & Autonomy Travel independently for audits and approvals while working proactively.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Graduate/Postgraduate in Textile Engineering or similar domain.
- 10–15 years of experience in textile/fabric procurement, preferably in exports.
- Strong technical knowledge from yarn to finished fabric.
- Exposure to home textiles (especially bed sheets).
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, procurement software, and ERP systems.
Key Competencies
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and vendor negotiation skills.
- Proactive, result-oriented, and self-driven.
- Leadership with ability to manage cross-functional coordination.
- Ability to work independently while adhering to company SOPs.
Pay: ₹79,782.78 - ₹99,601.50 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
