Job Description

Bioworld Merchandising is a leading design and distribution company of licensed and private label apparel, headwear & accessories to all retails channels. We collaborate with some of the most widely recognized brand and retail partners in the world. Employees of Bioworld consider it to be an honor and a privilege to be part of the hottest, most creative, dynamic company in the industry! We are seeking skilled candidates who are excited to join this amazing team!

We Believe in Great Brands: Our goal is to translate the brand story into product that is as innovative and distinctive as the brand itself.

Creative Culture: Our multi-disciplinary team brings to our brand partners a unique mix of creative product design paired with merchandising expertise. We prize collaboration and believe innovation comes from a diversity of creative ideas.

We are the Market: Our team believes in full immersion to gain insight into retail markets, contemporary culture and consumer reaction.

Bioworld is seeking a VP, Apparel Sourcing to lead the end-to-end sourcing and supply chain strategy for our wholesale and off-price apparel business, including key customers such as Walmart, Mid-Tier Department Stores (Macy’s, Kohl’s, JCPenney, Belk, Dillard’s), Off-Price Channels (Ross, Burlington, TJ Maxx), and Subscription services (Stitch Fix). The primary focus will be on Walmart, while also supporting all apparel categories including women’s, infant, toddler, boys, and girls.

This role will oversee sourcing, production, vendor management, inventory, and distribution, ensuring alignment with brand, quality, margin, and seasonal launch goals. The Apparel Sourcing Manager will collaborate cross-functionally with design, merchandising, planning, and operations teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget.

This is not a hybrid or remote work environment. Expectations are to be on site daily for the business needs. The work environment is an Office and Warehouse setting with travel overseas to supplier sites and trade shows.

Strategic Supply Chain & Sourcing Management

• Lead end-to-end sourcing strategy for all apparel categories, balancing speed-to-market, cost, quality, and compliance.
• Develop and execute long-term sourcing plans for full-price and off-price channels.
• Identify, negotiate, and manage a global vendor matrix across multiple geographies.
• Oversee cost engineering, fabric/trim development, MOQ management, and capacity planning.
• Stay ahead of market trends, country-of-origin shifts, and geopolitical risks impacting global sourcing.

Vendor & Supplier Relations

• Build and maintain strong relationships with factories and suppliers, negotiating costs, terms, and production capacity.
• Ensure vendors comply with quality, social responsibility, testing protocols, and children’s product safety standards (CPSIA compliance).
• Partner with leadership across design, merchandising, and operations to align sourcing strategies with business goals.

Production & Inventory Management

• Oversee seasonal production planning and delivery timelines to ensure timely product launches.
• Review samples, tech packs, and production documents to ensure factory readiness.
• Monitor inventory and distribution to optimize cost, efficiency, and product availability.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to the sourcing and production teams.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Work cross-functionally to support product development, seasonal collections, and assortment strategies.

Data-Driven Decision Making:

• Utilize data analytics to forecast demand, optimize inventory levels, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare reports and KPIs to track supply chain performance and present insights to leadership.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in sourcing and production management within the apparel industry, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Deep understanding of wholesale distribution networks and global sourcing.
• Strong negotiation, costing, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional leadership and communication abilities.
• Ability to travel 20 % of time.

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