What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Sourcing & Product Development position at Lush Decor?
Company Overview
At Triangle Home Fashions, LLC (DBA Lush Decor), we’re not just creating home textiles; we’re weaving a unique spark into everyday living. As a rapidly expanding, AI-first company, we believe that an inspired home leads to an inspired life. Driven by our guiding principle, “Life. Inspired.”, we are on a mission to empower and innovate with a steadfast commitment to forward-thinking processes and impactful progress.
As we continue to grow, we’re excited to welcome a dynamic, results-oriented individual to our team as a Director Sourcing & Product Development. If you’re driven by #passion, #proactivity, and #perserverance, we invite you to help shape the next chapter of Lush Decor.
Position Overview
The Director of Sourcing and Product Development will oversee the creation of strategies and buy plans to purchase products for all product categories. Ensure positive relationships are developed and maintained with overseas suppliers to give company a competitive advantage. Manages aggressive sourcing policies and procedures.
Management and development of staff.
Key Responsibilities:
· Manage HQ team and overseas offices (China and India) to fit company business
model and keep continuous growth.
· Develop new sources of production, negotiate prices, assure the quality and on-time delivery of merchandise.
· Execute vendor profile and factory capacity evaluations.
· Advise of competitive developments regarding product, price, etc.
· Interact with warehouses for watching inventory status
· Monitor social compliance by supplier with China offices.
· Follow-up on the timely payment and/or charge backs.
· Direct purchases in accordance with Company plan and market
conditions to achieve profit requirement.
· Effectively establish cost pricing at desired economic levels and
negotiate to achieve the targeted gross margins.
· Develops alternate sources of supply as a bargaining factor and
ready availability.
· Ensure that product specifications are developed correctly.
· Ensure that current and accurate shipping schedule is
maintained.
· Coordinate overseas quality control on assigned products in each
country through communication with the QC manager/agent.
· Coordinate and monitor yearly Protocol Testing requirements.
· Work efficiently with team members to update all reporting for
company requirements.
Qualifications
Education:
· Bachelor's or advanced degree in Textile Engineering / Textile Science, Fashion Merchandising or Apparel/Textile Design, Supply Chain Management / Logistics, or Business Administration / International Business
Certifications:
· Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) – APICS
· Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) – APICS
· Textile Exchange Certifications (e.g., OEKO-TEX, GOTS)
Practical Experience & Skills:
· Experience in global sourcing and supplier management, especially in countries where textiles are manufactured (China, India, Bangladesh, etc.).
· Knowledge of textile regulations, compliance, and sustainability standards (GOTS, OEKO-TEX, Fair Trade).
· Product development experience—working with designers, understanding consumer trends, and material innovation.
· Negotiation & contract management skills for supplier agreements and cost efficiency.
· Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams.
· Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
· Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
· Strong financial acumen and experience managing IT budgets.
What You Can Expect
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Medical and dental insurance.
- Paid time off.
- 401k with match.
- Employee discounts and sample sales.
Triangle Home Fashions, LLC (DBA Lush Décor Home) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local laws, and regulations.
Salary : $150,000 - $175,000