(Mandarin/Cantonese speaking an advantage but not essential)
Cape Town | Southern Suburbs | Full-time
Are you experienced in sourcing and negotiations with a passion for finding great products and building strong supplier relationships?
We are looking for a dynamic sourcing professional to join our Cape Town team, developing and sourcing fashion, sport, lifestyle, outdoor and home accessories for some of South Africa’s leading retailers.
Who We Are: We are an established and growing import company supplying major SA retail groups. We specialise in Fashion, Sport, Outdoor, Leisure, Lifestyle, Home and related products — and pride ourselves on trend-forward, value-driven ranges that perform in store.
What You’ll Do:
- Source and build relationships with international suppliers — mainly in Asia (China focus)
- Negotiate product costs, terms and delivery schedules
- Confirm product duties, accurate costing and gross margins
- Work closely with our merchandising team to develop and customise products for briefs
- Manage sampling, approvals, QC processes and supplier sign-off
- Coordinate with our in-house import logistics and clearing post
- Track inbound samples and shipments to ensure on-time delivery
- Identify and solve supply chain challenges proactively
- Attend international trade shows and visit factories where needed
- Drive quality feedback, negotiate replacements or credits when required
Who You Are:
- Proven experience in sourcing, buying or client sales (ideally with Asian suppliers)
- Strong understanding of the full sourcing process — from product development to delivery
- Commercially astute — comfortable working with pricing, GP, and margin targets
- Skilled negotiator — securing best terms while maintaining strong relationships
- Detail-focused — accuracy in costing, documentation, and process tracking
- Highly organised and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Excel and computer skills essential (Outlook, WeChat, Monday.com etc.)
- Familiar with international shipping and customs processes
- Mandarin or Cantonese language an advantage, but not required
- Retail sector knowledge (fashion or lifestyle products) a bonus
- Driver’s licence and own transport
- SA citizen or valid work permit required
Why Join Us:
- Work with an energetic, creative, and professional team
- Help shape exciting ranges across multiple retail categories
- Opportunity for international travel (trade shows, factory visits)
- Competitive salary aligned with experience
- Collaborative working environment
To Apply: If you are an experienced sourcing professional who thrives on negotiation, detail, and delivering results, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter via Indeed. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: R25 000,00 - R40 000,00 per month
Application Question(s):
- What is your availability to start (are you currently working)?
Experience:
- Sourcing: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- Mandarin or Cantonese (Preferred)
Location:
- Cape Town, Western Cape 7945 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Expected Start Date: 2025/07/14
