PDainese is the global leader in protective equipment and apparel of excellence for motorcycling and dynamic sports. Headquartered in Vicenza, Italy, the company has a presence in EMEA, APAC and the Americas. Dainese owns three prestigious brands - Dainese, AGV and TCX - which are synonymous with innovation and technical excellence. It is present in 96 countries through a consolidated network of wholesale partners, 45 mono-brand shops and a direct e-commerce channel. /ppbr / /ppDainese is looking for an strongApparel Sourcing Manager. /strong /ppbr / /ppThe candidate will join the Operations Department and will manage the sourcing and purchasing of finished goods in line with the company budget. /ppbr / /ppstrongYOU WILL BE IN CHARGE OF: /strong /ppbr / /pulliScouting new suppliers and materials based on market trends and facilitating resourcing activities in Asian countries. /liliNegotiating prices with suppliers and implementing the “should cost” model. /liliConstantly monitoring suppliers to ensure high service levels and timely deliveries in accordance with Production Planning schedules. /liliPreparing periodic reports for management analysis. /liliReviewing tenders. /liliManaging purchasing budgets, cost levels, and savings initiatives on direct spending to ensure significant cost reductions. /liliForecasting, planning, and accurately assessing needs. /liliEnsuring consistency and data quality within the ERP system. /liliIdentifying opportunities to streamline office activities. /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongWE'D LOVE TO GET TO KNOW YOU IF YOU: /strong /ppbr / /pulliHave at least 5 years of experience in a Sourcing Department in a managerial or responsible role. /liliPossess strong planning, organizational, financial, budgeting, and decision‑making skills. /liliDemonstrate strong market awareness, attention to detail, and solid problem‑solving abilities. /liliHave experience managing people and communicating effectively both internally and with Asian suppliers. /liliAre skilled in stress management. /liliDisplay leadership and teamwork capabilities. /liliShow strong commercial awareness. /liliHave good PC skills, especially in Microsoft Office and modern ERP systems. /liliHave knowledge of apparel materials such as fabrics, accessories, and printing techniques. /liliAre familiar with bulk production processes for apparel manufacturing in Asian countries. /li /ulpbr / /ppAvailability to travel abroad in Asia is required /p