Regional Sourcing Manager – Upholstery & NPI

About the role

The Regional Sourcing Manager will lead supplier‑driven product development and new product introduction (NPI) for upholstered furniture programs across Southeast Asia. Reporting to the Director of Operations/Asia, the role requires close collaboration with OEM/ODM partners and internal teams to deliver high‑quality, cost‑effective products.

Key responsibilities

• Lead supplier‑driven product development for upholstered furniture across Southeast Asia.
• Manage NPI projects, ensuring timelines, cost targets and quality standards are met.
• Coordinate prototype and pilot production phases with OEM/ODM partners.
• Oversee supplier quality performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including design, engineering and operations to align product specifications.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years experience in OEM/ODM product development, preferably in upholstered furniture.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and supplier engineering documents.
• Proven project management experience with a focus on prototype and pilot production.
• Willingness to travel up to 40 % of the time across the region.

Required skills

• OEM/ODM product development
• Upholstered furniture manufacturing
• Supplier quality fundamentals