Minimum requirements Matric or relevan NQF qualification Minimum 5 years’ experience in product sourcing or development, specifically dealing with international suppliers specifically sourcing products from China Proven leadership experience managing or building a team Strong understanding of import processes, costing, and global supply chains Experience in home ware, kitchenware, or related product categories highly advantageous Valid drivers licence and own vehicle Willing to travel Internationally +- 3 times per year conducting supplier visits Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will oversee both international branded ranges and proprietary house brands (e.g. Regent and Bar Butler), ensuring that all products meet quality, cost, and market requirements Ensure that product ranges are relevant, commercially viable, and delivered efficiently directly impacting profitability, brand strength, and customer satisfaction Product Strategy & Range Management Develop, curate, and optimize product ranges aligned with market trends and retailer requirements Identify opportunities for innovation, cost improvement, and category growth. Evaluate product & category performance and rationalize ranges based on commercial metrics International Sourcing & Supplier Relations Source products globally, with a strong focus on suppliers in China and other key manufacturing regions Negotiate pricing, MOQs, production timelines, and quality standards Establish and maintain strong supplier partnerships Brand & Packaging Oversight Ensure product alignment with brand strategies (e.g. Regent, Bar Butler, Consol and international brands represented by HCS) Manage packaging development, artwork coordination, and compliance with retail requirements Maintain consistent brand presentation across all product categories Digital Product Data & Content Management Ensure all product information is accurately captured and maintained Verify product descriptions, specifications, and attributes are correctly recorded Oversee uploading and management of product data and graphics onto relevant systems, platforms and websites Quality Control & Compliance Establish and maintain quality assurance processes Coordinate inspections, certifications, and product testing where necessaryInvestigate and resolve product or supplier quality issues Cross - Functional Coordination Collaborate with sales, logistics, procurement, and warehouse teams Oversee timelines from concept through to import and delivery Ensure accurate product specifications, costing, and documentation Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Margin performance across ranges On- time product development and launch Supplier performance and reliability Product defect/return rates Team performance and delivery efficiency Inventory optimization and stock turn Speed of sourcing and development cycles #J-18808-Ljbffr