About Hem

At Hem, we believe great design can enrich lives. We’re an independent design brand and platform for progressive thinking, inspiring the creative community through collaboration, innovation and experimentation.

We collaborate with vanguard designers and renowned European manufacturers in order to bring truly unique furnishings to those who won’t compromise on design, quality or sustainability.

Founded in Stockholm in 2016, Hem collaborates with pioneering designer talent from around the world, including Faye Toogood, Sabine Marcelis, Kwangho Lee and Max Lamb.

About the role

We are now looking for a commercially sharp and structured Assortment Lead to take ownership of our assortment structure, supplier relationships, and product profitability. You will play a key role in improving margins and driving sourcing efficiency.

In this role, you'll work closely with our product development, operations, and sales teams – combining hands-on execution with strategic thinking. You’ll be responsible for creating the structure that helps Hem scale sustainably and profitably.

Responsibilities

As Assortment & Sourcing Lead, your responsibilities will include:

Assortment & Margin Control

• Analyze assortment performance and propose actions to phase in, phase out, or improve products
• Track landed costs and gross margins at product and category level
• Support data-driven pricing and assortment decisions
• Identify underperforming SKUs and suggest concrete improvements

Supplier Management & Sourcing

• Be the main point of contact for our supplier base, from order discussions to escalations
• Drive commercial negotiations and secure better pricing, payment terms, and delivery performance
• Collaborate with internal teams to consolidate and reduce the supplier base

Product Data & Systems

• Ensure correct SKU setup, BOMs and price lists in ERP and other related systems
• Improve data quality and system consistency
• Maintain transparency and traceability in sourcing and cost data

Collaboration & Process

• Partner closely with Product Development, Operations and Sales
• Support assortment reviews, supplier onboarding and product lifecycle projects
• Help shape processes around assortment planning, margin reviews and supplier transitions

We believe you probably...

• Have 3–5 years of experience in sourcing, product or assortment roles within furniture, design or consumer goods
• Are a confident negotiator who knows how to push back while maintaining strong supplier relationships
• Are hands-on and structured, with strong skills in Excel and ERP systems
• Understand product lifecycle economics and how assortment impacts margin
• Are curious and collaborative – you work well across teams and functions
• Have excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken
• Are motivated by finding ways to improve and bring clarity where others see complexity

Bonus if you also...

• Have experience working with BOM structures and customisable products
• Have insight into material sourcing, especially wood, textiles, and metal
• Understand furniture production processes and supply chains
• Are passionate about design, product, and sustainability

Does this sound like you? Then we’d love to hear from you! Please tell us what sparks your interest in Hem and this role by applying below.

Start date: October/November

Location: Stockholm HQ

Last date to apply: 1st of September