Director of Global Sourcing Strategy & Operations

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Job Description
** Fabletics
* * is currently looking for a
** Director of Global Sourcing Strategy & Operations
** Fabletics is seeking a dynamic and strategic
** Director of Global Sourcing Strategy & Operations
** to lead the creation, execution, and continuous improvement of the company’s global product development calendar and sourcing strategy. This individual will play a critical role in aligning sourcing, production, design, and merchandising functions to deliver high-quality products efficiently and at optimal cost.

Reporting to the
** SVP of Product Development & Sourcing**, the Director will drive cross-functional initiatives that strengthen supplier partnerships, enhance operational efficiency, and leverage data and AI to improve sourcing decisions. This is a highly visible leadership role that requires analytical depth, operational excellence, and a proven ability to influence across multiple business units.

If you are passionate about building scalable sourcing strategies, optimizing global supply chain processes, and leading innovation through data, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact at one of the fastest-growing active wear brands in the world.
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* What you will do:

**** Strategic Leadership & Sourcing Optimization
*** Lead the creation, execution, and evolution of the global product development calendar, ensuring alignment across sourcing, production, design, and merchandising.
* Partner with the SVP to define and drive a sourcing strategy that enhances quality, efficiency, and customer value.
* Identify and pursue opportunities for margin improvement, supply chain agility, and sourcing innovation across all categories.
* Develop and implement tools and processes to combine capacity planning across business units, track utilization, and optimize vendor allocation.
* Lead global tariff and de minimis mitigation initiatives, developing strategies to minimize duty exposure, diversify sourcing regions, and ensure compliance with evolving trade regulations and customs requirements.
** Cross-Functional Collaboration
*** Collaborate with cross-functional partners in Design, Merchandising, and Production to integrate sourcing strategies into calendar milestones.
* Lead cross-company fabric aggregation initiatives to unlock economies of scale and strengthen supplier partnerships.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and global suppliers to ensure sourcing alignment and consistency across brands.
* Partner closely with the Legal, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure contracts, budgets, and compliance are executed effectively.
** Data, AI, and Process Innovation
*** Act as the team’s data and AI champion, driving the use of analytics, predictive modeling, and automation in sourcing decisions.
* Design dashboards and performance metrics that link sourcing activities to company-wide objectives.
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, visibility, and data-driven decision-making across sourcing operations.
** Supplier Management & Governance
*** Lead supplier performance reviews, innovation programs, and vendor summits to strengthen collaboration and accountability.
* Perform market research and supplier analysis to identify and qualify supply partners.
* Ensure compliance with Fabletics standards, testing protocols, and sustainability initiatives across all sourcing activities.
** Operational Excellence
*** Oversee operational processes including logistics, capacity management, and regional sourcing center development to ensure speed and efficiency to market.
* Evaluate factories and vendors using scorecards and support the relocation of manufacturing operations as needed.
* Build executive and board-level presentation materials summarizing sourcing performance, cost savings, and strategic opportunities.
** What you can bring:
*** 10+ years of experience in sourcing, supply chain, or product development, including 5+ years in a senior management or director-level role.
* Proven track record in developing global sourcing strategies, optimizing vendor networks, and delivering measurable cost savings.
* Strong analytical and data-driven mindset…