Head of Product & Sourcing | DTC eCommerce
Germany
A high-growth DTC eCommerce company is looking for a Head of Product & Sourcing to lead product development and procurement strategy. This role is perfect for an experienced product leader with a passion for finding winning products, optimizing supply chains, and driving category expansion across global marketplaces.
The Role
You’ll own the full product lifecycle—from sourcing in the Far East to launching and scaling products across leading platforms. Reporting to the CEO, you’ll also be responsible for building out an entirely new product category in 2025, ensuring profitability, sustainability, and market competitiveness.
Key Responsibilities
1. Product Sourcing & Evaluation – Identify, evaluate, and source top-tier products from the Far East, balancing quality, cost, and speed.
2. New Category Development – Lead the launch of a high-impact new product category in 2025.
3. Marketplace Strategy – Position products for success on major platforms like Walmart.com and Amazon.
4. Business Planning & P&L Ownership – Develop business cases for new products, forecast sales and profitability, and track performance.
5. Supplier & Partner Management – Build strong relationships with manufacturers, ensuring competitive pricing and consistent quality.
6. Data-Driven Decision Making – Use tools like JungleScout or Helium 10 to uncover product opportunities and outmaneuver competitors.
7. Sustainability & Innovation – Integrate eco-conscious practices into sourcing and product selection.
What You Need
1. 8+ years in product management, sourcing, or eCommerce, with experience in Far East sourcing.
2. A true product enthusiast—you’ve successfully identified and scaled winning products before.
3. Deep expertise in DTC eCommerce and marketplace dynamics (Walmart.com, Amazon, etc.).
4. Strong commercial mindset—you understand P&L, forecasting, and business case development.
5. Leadership experience, with the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration.
6. Analytical skills—you know how to find undiscovered product gems and make them best-sellers.
7. Fluent English (German or Mandarin is a plus).
Why Join?
1. High-impact leadership role with autonomy and ownership.
2. Build and launch an entirely new product category in 2025.
3. Dynamic, fast-growing eCommerce company with a global reach.
4. Competitive salary (€100k-€120k) + attractive performance-based incentives.
5. Flexibility—Work onsite in Stuttgart or remotely with hybrid options.
If you’re an experienced product sourcing leader with a sharp commercial mind and a passion for DTC success, let’s talk!
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Production
Industries
Retail
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