Head - Strategic Sourcing
Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands · Not specified · onsite · Posted 24d ago
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About this role
- To oversee the procurement process that continuously improves and re-evaluates the purchasing activities of the company by leading the sourcing operations of raw materials - fabric and trims, in line with the business requirement ensuring high quality and OTIF.
- Assess the company's current spend, develop new sourcing strategy, identify right supply mix, coordinate and monitor the purchasing activities right from raw material sourcing to delivery.
- Price Discovery Process thru RFQ / RFP/ E bidding & one to one price Negotiation. Ensure that costs are in accordance with the Price Agreements closed by Strategic sourcing.
MFL operates through various channels (Wholesale, Retail, Depletion and Exports). This position has to lead, manage and drive the Fabrics Sourcing Operations effectively and efficiently in line with business requirements (Seasonal / Annual) with Sourcing strategy and ensuring Quality & Cost Effective procurement in line with product and category requirements.
Key Challenges
- To ensure right vendor mix is recommended for higher OTIF, right costs and right quality.
- Seasonal Sourcing Strategy in line with business requirements.
- Budgeting, Monitoring & Control of Sourcing to ensure right Product Costs & resultant GP
- Market intelligence on raw material price movements / competition prices etc.
- New Vendor identification, evaluation, induction and development.
- Continuous Vendor Base Consolidation & Expansion Optimization
- Seasonal directions on sourcing with appropriate region mix to get cost advatange in light of ever rising RM costs.
- Risk Mitigation.
- Continuous Improvement in sourcing and adopting industry best practices.
- Establish Strong Relationships with Supplier partners for mutual growth.
- People Development & High Performance Management in fabric sourcing
KRA (Accountabilities) (Max 1325 Characters)Supporting Actions (Max 1325 Characters)
KRA1 Price Discovery thru RFQ / RFP / E bidding 1. Prepare the category profile for the current spend across brands and categories for anlaysis.
- Align with Brands new requirements and create the sourcing strategy for the season.
- Conduct RFQ / RFP process with all the key mills for season.
- Arrive at Final price agreements for the season and communicate to all stake holders.
- Validate that the POs are raised as per final code level rates, in accordance with the finalized contracts.
- Ensure that Sample spend is approved and in line with the approved value.
- Current raw material prices - cotton, yarn, polyester etc.,
- Right Vendor Mix management
- Risk mitigation
- Avenues of Cost advantages.
- New Product innovations
- New vendor inductions
- Induction of new suppliers after evaluation
- Finalisze products to be sourced.
- Educate the vendors wrt MFL quality standards
- New Price Agreements.
- Monitor and ensure outstanding discrepancies and overview resolving the vendor payments on a routine basis.
- Communicate Mission Happiness scores and VPQI to ensure that the suppliers are educated to deliver the quality products.
- Invite Supplier partners in India and across globe for PIS and esnure that right atmosphere is provided for their Product presentation.
- Communicate to all the stake holders - brand, design, product, sourcing etc and ensure for active participation.
- Engage with Brand, Design, Product teams to align with the sourcing strategy and international sourcing recommendations.
- Engage with other functions - factory stores, finance /commercials, vendors, sourcing teams etc in controlling GRIR and vendor reconciliations.
- Provide feedback and train people on their functional competencies
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About Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands
Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands
Mumbai, Maharashtra
India
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About the Company
Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Limited (ABLBL), a part of the Aditya Birla Group, is a leading branded apparel company with a comprehensive portfolio of marquee lifestyle brands.
As of March 31, 2025, the Company operates a retail footprint of over 4.6 million sq. ft., comprising 3,253 exclusive brand outlets, presence across 38,000+ multi-brand outlets, and over 7,000 shop-in-shops in department stores across the country.
The Companys brand portfolio includes India’s most established and trusted names – Louis Philippe, Van Heusen, Allen Solly, and Peter England – each with a legacy of over 25 years.
These brands have consistently delivered sustained growth, driven by a sharp focus on design-led innovation, category expansion, and operational excellence across product lines spanning formal, casual, and occasion wear.
ABLBL has built a strong presence in the innerwear and athleisure market through Van Heusen Innerwear, which has rapidly scaled its distribution network across India. The Company’s portfolio is further enhanced through strategic partnerships with leading international brands including Simon Carter, American Eagle and Reebok. American Eagle has emerged as one of India’s most preferred premium denim brands, while Reebok – transitioned under the Company’s management in 2022 – has expanded its footprint across multiple channels. Simon Carter continues to strengthen its position in the premium menswear segment through its distinctive design language and curated collections.
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