French Speaking Product Sourcing Manager

Voysey Brands is one of the fastest growing companies in Finland. We acquire and operate brands that have captured the hearts of discerning clients. We currently have 36 brands in our portfolio with sales in over 20 countries and our products can be found in retail stores in the US, Europe and Asia. With a focus on high-end brands, we are dedicated to becoming a quintessential house of brands for the 21st century. Our headquarters are located in Helsinki and we have a regional office in Hong Kong. Our company operates exclusively in English.

We are looking for a talented French-speaking individual to join our team in Helsinki to be in charge of product design and sourcing. You will be reporting directly to our Managing Director.

You will be responsible for the development of consumer goods produced in Europe-particularly in France-across multiple brands and product categories (e.g. apparel and accessories, home decor, and textiles). This role is unique as it encompasses all aspects of the supply chain, from conception to product manufacturing, including design, marketing materials, and financial targets.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing market research to determine the products to be developed.
• Ensuring design decisions effectively combine beauty, functionality, and production efficiency.
• Identifying potential manufacturers in France and Europe.
• Traveling regularly to France and Europe to meet suppliers.
• Establishing supplier relationships to ensure the highest quality products for our brands.
• Negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Managing the product sourcing process from initial request to final delivery, including sample approvals and quality control.
• Ensuring the products are trade compliant with the US regulations.
• Being in daily contact with a 100+ strong network of entrepreneurs, craftsmen, designers, quality control specialists, logistics experts, and regulatory advisors.

Requirements

We are looking for someone who:

• 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 English and French.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Training & Development
• Lunch, sport & culture and transport benefits
• Autonomy and exposure to learn and grow
• International and fast-paced work environment
• A meritocratic culture with a 'best idea wins' mentality