Key Responsibilities:
- Sourcing & Supplier Management
~Identify, evaluate, and onboard new manufacturing partners (textile and plastic-based)
~Conduct factory visits and assessments
~Support product development during factory visits
~Ensure quality, pricing, and timelines align with company standards
- Social Responsibility & Compliance
~Monitor and support factory compliance with labor, safety, and environmental standards
~Collaborate with factories to implement corrective actions and sustainable practices
~Be an advocate for continuous improvement and ethical manufacturing
- Auditing & Reporting
~Conduct in-person factory audits (social, environmental, and operational)
~Provide clear, action-oriented feedback and reports
~Work closely with factory teams to resolve issues and improve systems
- Cross-Functional Communication
~Coordinate with the Thailand and Hong Kong sourcing teams
~Liaise regularly with U.S. headquarters
~Be a cultural bridge between factory teams and company expectations
Who You Are:
- A proactive problem-solver — you don't just point out problems; you work to fix them
- Personable and approachable — someone factory staff enjoy working with
- Detail-oriented but practical — you understand real-world challenges and how to solve them
- Interested in ethical manufacturing and sustainability
- Willing to learn and grow with the company
Qualifications:
- Thai citizen or permanent resident (we cannot provide visa sponsorship)
- Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience in sourcing, compliance, or manufacturing
- Industry background in safety gear, apparel/textiles, or plastic products is a plus
- Strong understanding of factory operations, product development, and compliance
- Fluent in English (written and spoken); able to understand accents across Asia
- Comfortable working independently and traveling frequently
Work Setup:
- Hybrid: Remote when not traveling; occasional meetings in person
- Future office: Pattaya or Bangkok (2026)
- Primary factory location: Chonburi
Travel Requirements:
- Around 2 weeks/month, but may vary depending on workload
- Key travel destinations include: Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Indonesia, Malaysia, Bangladesh, India, Philippines, Pakistan