Import Buyer — Overseas Sourcing

Job overview

The Import Buyer — Overseas Sourcing role is full-time and in-office in Los Angeles, CA. The posting lists annual pay of $50,000–$60,000. Gibson Homewares is a Los Angeles-based housewares company offering cookware, bakeware, cutlery, kitchen tools, and related brands and products. The buyer sources and purchases products from overseas suppliers, managing assigned categories and projects from concept through shipment. The role coordinates with suppliers and internal teams to meet product quality, cost, timing, and U.S. retail customer requirements.

What you'll do

• Source and develop housewares products with factories in India and Southeast Asia
• negotiate pricing, terms, and production timelines
• manage product categories and purchasing projects from concept through shipment
• align product selection with U.S. retail customer requirements and deadlines
• collaborate with Creative, Marketing, Sales, and overseas teams
• monitor supplier performance, costs, and delivery schedules
• maintain purchasing and product data.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

import buyer

overseas sourcing

purchasing

housewares

cookware

bakeware

supplier management

los angeles ca

gibson homewares

english-mandarin

$50k–$60k annually

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, paid time off, and retirement plans.

Why this role

Requires English-Mandarin bilingual ability and experience sourcing from India and/or Southeast Asia.

About the employer

Gibson Homewares is hiring for this role. Industry: New Car Dealers. Sector: 44.