Product Sourcing Manager

Who We Are

GV is a private equity firm focused on e-commerce. All our businesses have one thing in common, customer obsession. We aim to generate long-term returns through buying and operating mature DTC e-commerce businesses.

We provide hands-on support for our portfolio businesses across a wide range of areas such as e-commerce management, product design, manufacturing, inventory purchasing, media buying, creative production and customer service.

We have successfully grown brands to over US$20M in annual revenue. We have brands in different industries such as kitchenware, home decor, office, furniture, electronics and apparel.

Job Overview

You will be responsible for developing consumer goods products manufactured in Portugal across multiple brands and product categories (e.g. apparel and accessories, home decor and textile). The products you will create will be sold to the US market. This job is not like any other sourcing job as you will be in charge of all the aspects of the supply chain from conception to product manufacturing, in addition to design, marketing materials and financial targets.

You will:

• Select the manufacturers in Portugal you want to work with
• Make design choices
• Conduct market researches
• Decide which products you would like to develop and manufacture
• Decide the retail price of your products considering production costs and profit margins
• Ensure your products are trade compliant with the US regulations
• Work closely with photographers, videographers and copywriters to create marketing materials
• Be in daily contact with a 100+ strong network of entrepreneurs, craftsmen, designers, quality control specialists, logistics experts, and regulatory advisors.
• Be stationed in a fixed location in Portugal as there will be a frequent flow of product samples delivered to your workplace due to the nature of the job.

Requirements

We are looking for someone who:

• Is able to communicate in fluent Portuguese and is in possession of a work permit from Portugal. Your application will not be considered if you do not meet this requirement
• Prefers working independently with minimal supervision
• Has a great taste in branding and all things visual
• Is incredibly smart and resourceful
• Has excellent organizational skills and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Is fluent in both Portuguese and English

Benefits

• Attractive compensation package
• Autonomy and exposure to learn and grow
• International and fast-paced work environment
• A meritocratic culture with a ‘best idea wins’ mentality
• If you wish, a private room in a shared workspace in your preferred city within Portugal