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Job Title: Yarn Sourcing Manager – Home Textiles (Woven & Specialty Yarns) Location: (Karur) Experience: 10 to 15 Years Department: Sourcing & Procurement Reports To: Head – Procurement / Director – Operations / Managing Director Educational Qualification: B.Tech / B.Sc in Textile Technology / Yarn Manufacturing / Material Management Additional certifications in supply chain management or textile innovation are preferred Role Summary: The Yarn Sourcing Manager will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement and strategic sourcing of all types of yarns required for home textile production, including synthetic, recycled, and specialty yarns. The role involves a strong understanding of yarn construction, vendor development, price negotiation, and the ability to manage sourcing via ERP systems like SAP. The candidate must also contribute to sustainable sourcing and cost-efficient procurement strategies while working closely with production, planning, and costing teams. Key Responsibilities: 1. Yarn Sourcing & Procurement Strategy Plan and execute the procurement of different yarn types: Cotton (combed, carded) Synthetic (polyester, viscose, nylon) Speciality yarns (slub, mélange, dyed, filament, stretch) Recycled yarns (GRS certified, sustainable blends) Forecast yarn requirements based on sales projections and production schedules. Source both domestic and international suppliers based on lead time, pricing, quality, and innovation. 2. Supplier Development & Management Identify, evaluate, and onboard new spinning mills and yarn vendors. Establish long-term vendor partnerships with performance-based SLAs. Visit supplier facilities to assess technical capabilities, quality systems, and sustainability practices. Maintain an approved vendor list based on quality audits, delivery performance, and commercial viability. 3. Yarn Costing & Negotiation Analyze yarn costing components such as fiber cost, spinning margin, conversion cost, and logistics. Work closely with the costing and finance teams to provide precise yarn cost inputs during product development and sampling. Negotiate prices with mills based on global yarn indices (Cotlook A, ICE Futures, etc.), raw material market trends, and currency fluctuations. Evaluate landed cost for imported yarns, including customs, freight, and warehousing. 4. Inventory Management & Demand Planning Align yarn purchase schedules with production timelines to prevent overstocking or shortages. Implement JIT (Just-in-Time) procurement practices for cost efficiency. Coordinate with PPC and stores for effective yarn inflow, storage, and consumption tracking. Maintain safety stock levels based on lead time and criticality. 5. Systems & Data Management (SAP & ERP) Operate SAP MM (Materials Management) or equivalent ERP tools for: PR/PO creation and approvals Vendor rating and compliance documentation Invoice tracking and GRNs Master data and yarn specifications maintenance Generate MIS reports on: Purchase vs. consumption Rate variance Lead time performance Vendor contribution and issue logs 6. Technical Evaluation & Innovation Evaluate yarn parameters including count, twist, tenacity, blend ratio, and compatibility with weaving & dyeing processes. Work closely with R&D and production teams to test new yarns for sampling and bulk feasibility. Keep updated with market innovations in technical, eco-friendly, and performance yarns (e.g., anti-microbial, moisture-wicking, recycled PET). 7. Sustainability & Compliance Source certified sustainable yarns (BCI, GRS, OEKO-TEX) as per buyer and internal sustainability guidelines. Maintain documentation for traceability, compliance, and buyer audits. Support organization’s sustainability roadmap through eco-conscious sourcing strategies. Key Skills & Competencies: Technical Skills Strong knowledge of yarn types and behavior SAP/MM module expertise Market intelligence on raw materials Understanding of quality and testing norms Recycled & sustainable yarn sourcing Managerial Skills Vendor negotiation & relationship building Costing and financial understanding Analytical thinking and problem-solving Team coordination and multi-departmental liaison Decision-making under price volatility Preferred Candidate Profile: Proven experience in home textile manufacturing setups (bed linen, woven fabric, towels, etc.). Strong yarn sourcing network in South India (Tamil Nadu, Andhra) and the Panipat cluster . Experience in sourcing for export orders (US & Europe etc.). Excellent negotiation skills with mill owners and yarn agents. Knowledge of trade compliance and textile import/export documentation (if applicable).