A leading retail design and manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Sourcing Coordinator to join their dynamic team in Cape Town. This exciting opportunity is ideal for a highly organized individual with strong communication and administrative skills who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating sourcing activities, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely delivery of quality materials to support ongoing production and new product development.

If you have a passion for global sourcing, supplier management, and international collaboration — this role could be the perfect fit for you!

Responsibilities

• Communicate and liaise directly with overseas suppliers to ensure accurate order placement, quality standards, and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate the sourcing process from product development to final delivery.
• Manage and mentor a Sourcing Assistant to ensure workflow efficiency and compliance with company standards.
• Prepare and maintain accurate sourcing documentation, including costings, timelines, and supplier communications.
• Collaborate with internal teams (design, buying, and production) to align sourcing activities with business objectives.
• Assist in identifying new suppliers, negotiating terms, and managing supplier performance.
• Travel abroad when required to attend supplier meetings, production visits, and trade shows.

Requirements

• Previous experience working and communicating directly with overseas suppliers.
• Strong administrative skills, including excellent written and verbal communication.
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office and related systems.
• Experience within a manufacturing, sourcing, or product development environment (retail or fashion sector preferred).
• Previous experience supervising or managing a Sourcing Assistant.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally as needed.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Yusrah Farouk at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV:[email protected].

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.