Manages the strategy development and execution of production, planning, purchasing, and transportation functions
Understanding of Go-To-Market Process
Lead and build demand & supply planning team into high performing analytically driven individuals
Develop & own supply chain analytics and reporting
Implement best practice solutions in planning, logistics, warehousing, and purchasing
Oversee master data management on product information
Implement new solutions for vendor PO management, logistics, master data system, and planning tools for SAP
Negotiate contracts for freight forwarders
Work effectively across the organization with sales operations, product, merchandising, and marketing to meet overall strategic goals of the company locally & globally
Lead team of 5 within the integrated planning department
Sourcing and Product Development
Use current relationships and connections for factory and raw material sourcing in China and other countries including Vietnam, Indonesia, Brazil, and Mexico
Expertise in footwear manufacturing process including best practices, quality control, and execution of production process
Understanding of global export, duty, and import implications within the supply chain
Develop relationships with new factories, maintain relationships, and advise local China team on strategy of the Brands
Understanding of compliance in labor, health, safety, anti-corruption, environmental, etc.
Develop effective costing models with global product team margins and improve efficiencies in production
Travel to Asia and South America to review seasonal line plans with factories, negotiate FOB’s, and deliver strategic objectives to our factories to better partner with the Brands.
12+ years of overall experience in sourcing, costing, integrated planning, logistics
7 years minimum footwear operations & product development/sourcing experience
Experience building and managing a high performing team
Passionate about footwear
Entrepreneurial, self-directed, and resourceful
You thrive in a highly dynamic environment
Experience implementing supply chain processes
Proven experience working and negotiating with apparel and/or footwear factories
Experience working in a matrix organization
Willing to travel internationally
Must be based or willing to relocate to HQ Office in Los Angeles area in a hybrid work environment (3 days office/2 remote)
Mandarin as a second language preferred
Applying sustainability practices within supply chain
K-Swiss and our affiliate company Palladium are committed to delivering unique consumer experiences through premium lifestyle branding. To apply for an open position, please email resume and cover letter to careers@ksgb.com.