
Sourcing Lead, Decor
Article
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Ho Chi Minh City • Vietnam
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Salary
💰 ₫80,000,000 - ₫110,000,000 per month
Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- You’ll be part of a team of 3 sourcing professionals focused on developing sourcing and supplier strategies, analyzing market intelligence, and partnering cross-functionally to deliver results. You’ll be in the office typically 3 days a week, with approximately 30% travel.
- Partner with the Sourcing Senior Manager to execute strategic sourcing initiatives for Decor, supporting scalability and growth.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of a comprehensive supplier evaluation framework, covering product capabilities, production capacity, performance management, quality standards, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
- Lead contract negotiations to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and optimal lead times while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with finished goods suppliers through consistent communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Serve as the subject matter expert on supplier performance by analyzing market dynamics, monitoring décor trends, and evaluating supplier capabilities to inform sourcing decisions.
- Drive sustainability initiatives within lighting by implementing eco-friendly sourcing strategies that improve battery efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
- Act as the primary liaison for Decor Sourcing, strengthening cross-functional collaboration with Technical Product Development, Quality, Category Management, and Supply Chain teams.
- Lead and develop the Decor Sourcing team by fostering alignment, ownership, and a culture of operational excellence. Support direct reports in solving execution challenges and navigating day-to-day sourcing activities.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, and supply chain management
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of décor product technical requirements, compliance standards, and production efficiencies (including Home Textiles, Lighting, and Housewares). Experience in lighting is an asset.
- Proven experience in supplier negotiation, development, and contract management.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to track and report on supplier performance and cost trends.
- Excellent negotiation skills and ability to manage complex or challenging situations.
- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience.
- Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets, ERP systems, and sourcing tools.
- Ability to prioritize effectively and delegate when appropriate.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, occasionally high-pressure environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Benefits
- Salary range: 80,000,000 to 110,000,000 VNĐ Gross/Month
- We believe in Winning Together. When Article hits its annual financial goals, eligible employees will receive a cash bonus
- 13th-month salary
- 20 days of vacation
- 11 National Holidays
- 2 extra days (Christmas & 1 day of your choosing)
- 6 well-being (sick) days
- 1 Inclusion and Diversity Day
- Excellent extended health care benefits packages (dental, health check, mental health…)
- Employee discounts on many of our products produced in Vietnam.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
sourcingprocurementsupply chain managementsupplier negotiationcontract managementanalytical skillscost trend analysissupplier performance trackingcompliance standardsproduction efficiencies
Soft Skills
negotiation skillsleadershipsupervisory experienceprioritizationdelegationcommunication skillscollaborationproblem-solvingoperational excellenceadaptability
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain ManagementBachelor’s degree in Business