Sourcing Specialist

About the CompanyPratibha Syntex is a leading organization in the textile manufacturing industry, committed to excellence and innovation. Our mission is to deliver high-quality textile products while fostering a culture of sustainability, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.

About the RoleThe Fabric Sourcing Executive – Corporate will be responsible for sourcing and developing man-made fibre-based fabrics, including knitted and woven fabrics, from domestic and international markets. The role involves supplier development, commercial negotiations, fabric development, quality and delivery monitoring, and coordination with internal teams to ensure competitive and reliable fabric sourcing.

Responsibilities:Source and develop man-made fibre and blended fabrics from domestic and international mills and suppliersIdentify new suppliers, fabric developments, and sourcing opportunitiesDevelop and maintain strong relationships with fabric mills, processors, and suppliersHandle commercial negotiations related to pricing, MOQ, lead time, payment terms, and other commercial conditionsCoordinate with Merchandising, Quality, Production, Commercial, and other internal teams for fabric development and bulk requirementsMonitor fabric quality, delivery performance, lead times, and supplier reliabilityDevelop alternate sourcing options to improve cost competitiveness and reduce sourcing risksEvaluate supplier capabilities, pricing, quality standards, and delivery performanceTrack market trends, yarn/raw material prices, and new developments in synthetic and man-made fibre fabricsSupport cost optimization and ensure competitive sourcing without compromising quality and delivery requirementsMaintain supplier, sourcing, costing, and fabric development records and reportsEnsure timely availability of fabrics as per development and bulk production requirements

Qualifications :Diploma in Textile Technology, Textile Engineering, or a related disciplineB.Tech / B.E. in Textile Technology or Textile Engineering will be preferredCandidates with strong and relevant industry experience may also be considered

Experience :Minimum 10 years of overall experience in fabric sourcing or the textile industryMinimum 5 years of specific experience in man-made fibre-based fabricsStrong exposure to fabric mills, processors, and suppliers across IndiaExperience in overseas fabric sourcing will be preferred

Required Skills :Sound knowledge of polyester, viscose, nylon, and other man-made fibre blendsStrong understanding of knitted and woven fabric construction and specificationsGood knowledge of fabric processing, quality parameters, and costingStrong supplier identification, development, and management skillsGood commercial negotiation and cost optimization skillsStrong understanding of domestic and international fabric marketsAbility to assess supplier capabilities and manage sourcing risksGood coordination and communication skillsStrong market intelligence and analytical skillsAbility to manage multiple sourcing requirements and work effectively with cross-functional teamsStrong focus on quality, cost, delivery, and supplier performance