Product Sourcing

at  Voysey Brands

Voysey Brands acquires and operates brands that have captured the hearts of discerning clients. With a focus on high-end brands, we are dedicated to becoming a quintessential house of brands for the 21st century. We currently own 34 brands with sales from over 20 countries. Our headquarters are located in Helsinki and we have a regional office in Hong Kong. Our company operates exclusively in English.
We are looking to expand our global team with a Product Design and Sourcing Specialist based in Portugal.
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 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:

• Perform market research to determine the products to be developed.
• Ensure design decisions effectively combine beauty, functionality, and production efficiency.
• Identify potential manufacturers in Portugal and establish relationships to ensure the highest quality products for our brands.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Manage the product sourcing process from initial request to final delivery, including sample approvals and quality control.
• Ensure the 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.

• Perform market research to determine the products to be developed.
• Ensure design decisions effectively combine beauty, functionality, and production efficiency.
• Identify potential manufacturers in Portugal and establish relationships to ensure the highest quality products for our brands.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Manage the product sourcing process from initial request to final delivery, including sample approvals and quality control.
• Ensure the 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