Hi there, we’re Article. 👋 We’re a North American based furniture company creating remarkably better furniture experiences one sofa at a time. And as the As Sourcing Manager - Raw Materials (Leather & Fabric), you will be responsible for sourcing, supplier development, and ensuring the quality, cost efficiency, and timely availability of raw materials to support our production needs. This is an individual contributor role reporting to the Senior Sourcing Manager of Upholstery.

Why We Need You:

In the Sourcing department, This role is responsible for establishing and leading the sourcing strategy for leather and fabric materials. The Sourcing Manager - Raw Materials (Leather & Fabric) will be responsible for identifying, developing, and managing supplier relationships, negotiating cost-effective agreements, and ensuring raw materials meet Article’s quality and sustainability standards.

The role will serve as the primary point of contact for Raw Material (Leather & Fabric) Sourcing across Sourcing, Product Development, and Supply Chain teams while driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supplier performance and material availability.

Why Article?

While, we sell to the North American market, we work closely with a number of our manufacturing partners throughout Asia. As a result we have an office in Thao Dien, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam where we currently have around 50 Particles (people of Article) working.

As a Particle (people of Article), you will have a high level of autonomy to solve challenging, meaningful problems the best way you can. That means you’re trusted to explore solutions you believe will work best (you’re the expert, after all). You’ll do all this while growing your skills within a company that is redefining the furniture industry.

**This role will require you to travel internationally at least 4-6 times a year.

What Youll Do:

Supplier Development & Management

Identify and onboard new suppliers for leather and fabric to ensure a robust, high-quality, and cost-effective supply base.
Develop and implement a supplier evaluation and performance management framework, ensuring alignment with quality, cost, and sustainability objectives.
Foster strong partnerships with suppliers through regular engagement, collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives.

2. Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation

Develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with business needs and cost targets.
Lead contract negotiations with suppliers to secure the best pricing, terms, and lead times while ensuring quality compliance.
Work closely with Product Development to source innovative materials that align with design and performance expectations.

3. Raw Material Planning & Optimization

Collaborate with internal teams to forecast material demand and ensure suppliers can meet production schedules.
Implement efficient inventory management strategies to optimize raw material availability while minimizing excess stock.
Proactively identify risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies to prevent disruptions.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary liaison for Raw Material Sourcing across Sourcing, Product Development, and Supply Chain teams.
Provide regular reporting on supplier performance, market trends, and cost-saving opportunities.
Partner with Logistics and Operations teams to ensure smooth inbound material flow and resolve any supply chain bottlenecks.

5. Quality Assurance & Sustainability

Ensure all sourced materials meet Article’s quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Drive sustainability initiatives by sourcing eco-friendly and responsibly produced materials.
Work with suppliers to implement process improvements that enhance material performance and reduce environmental impact.

Perks & Benefits:

20 days of vacation
11 National Holidays & 1 extra day for Christmas
6 well-being (sick) days*
1 Inclusion and Diversity Day

Health:

Excellent extended health care benefits packages (dental, health check, mental health…)

Company & Office Space:

State-of-the-art laptops with the tech and tools to easily collaborate
Be a part of a dynamic company and an internationally recognized brand