SOURCING & MATERIAL DEVELOPER - handbag, small leather goods, travel goods & luggage - US buying office (Kwun Tong)

COMPANY OVERVIEW

• We are the Hong Kong buying office of a well-established U.S.-based company. We specialise in fashion handbags, small leather goods, luggage, travel bags, backpacks and travel accessories, serving customers across the United States and international markets.

• Our products are sold through major retailers, department stores, specialty stores, online platforms and other distribution channels. We are known for delivering stylish, functional and good-quality products that meet the needs of different customer groups and market segments.

• The Hong Kong office plays a key role in the company’s Asia operations. We support sourcing, product development, production follow-up, quality management, shipping and supplier coordination. We work closely with colleagues in the United States, factories, vendors, freight forwarders and business partners across Asia.

• Our team works with suppliers and factories in Asia to develop and deliver products that meet brand standards, customer expectations, target costs, quality requirements and delivery schedules.

ROLE MISSION

• To source, develop and manage innovative materials and components for handbags, small leather goods, luggage and travel accessories.

• You will work with overseas offices, suppliers, textile mills and component vendors to develop high-quality materials that support new product collections, meet quality standards and are delivered on time.

ROLE SUMMARY

• This is a senior sourcing and material development role covering handbags, small leather goods, travel goods and travel accessories.

• You will work closely with overseas design and product development teams to identify new materials, colours, finishes, components and production techniques.

• You will manage material development timelines, review and approve lab dips and physical samples, support quality issue resolution, and maintain accurate material records and development reports.

• This role requires strong technical knowledge, good market awareness and frequent travel to material markets, textile mills, suppliers and factories.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Work with overseas offices to co-develop innovative materials and components for fashion handbags, small leather goods, luggage and travel accessories.

• Source and identify new material suppliers, textile mills and component vendors.

• Present new and on-trend materials, finishes, techniques and product ideas to the design team for inspiration.

• Monitor vendor development timelines to ensure materials and samples are delivered on time.

• Evaluate and approve colours, lab dips and physical material samples.

• Ensure developed materials meet design requirements, quality standards, target costs and delivery schedules.

• Provide hands-on technical support to factories and suppliers during product development and mass production.

• Help resolve material-related quality issues and follow up on corrective actions.

• Maintain a strong understanding of material treatments, including PU, PVC, leather, jacquard and other fabrics.

• Ensure materials and components meet international quality and testing requirements, such as REACH, RoHS and ASTM standards.

• Prepare development status reports and maintain accurate material databases to track progress.

• Travel required for fieldwork, including visits to fabric markets, textile mills, suppliers and manufacturing plants.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• At least 10 years of solid experience in the handbag, small leather goods, travel goods or travel accessories industry.

• Experience working in a multinational buying office is highly preferred.

• Experience dealing with the U.S. market and branded fashion handbag labels is a strong advantage.

• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, material treatments and handbag or travel goods construction.

• Strong knowledge of materials, including PU, PVC, leather, jacquard and other fabrics.

• Excellent colour-matching skills and experience in evaluating lab dips and approving physical samples.

• Familiar with international quality standards and material testing protocols, such as REACH, RoHS and ASTM.

• Strong sourcing, communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.

• Well organised, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple development projects at the same time.

• Good communications in written and spoken English and Putonghua is required.

• Willing to travel to fabric markets, textile mills, suppliers and factories.

TERMS & BENEFITS

• 5-day work week.

• 10 days annual leave.

• Performance bonus.

• Medical insurance.

• International working environment.

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JPC Recruiting Services was established in 1990 and is a Hong Kong–based recruitment firm providing general recruitment and executive search services.
JPC Recruiting Services 於 1990 年成立，是一家總部設於香港的專業招聘公司，提供招聘及獵頭服務。

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