Associate Sourcing Manager (On-Site)
About the Role
As Associate Sourcing Manager, you will execute global sourcing strategies for Private and Exclusive brands while leading the supply chain to deliver optimal value, including quality, cost, speed and on-time deliveries.
What You’ll Do
Execute analytics and visual presentation to support sourcing strategic plans and decisions at a category and brand level
Drive partnerships with the cross-functional team to execute the sourcing strategies
Lead projection reconciliation to vendor strategies by understanding brand plans and strategies
Execute vendor scorecarding creation, selection and program award
Support cost execution through structured events and seasonal negotiations
Remain acutely informed of supplier and Country of Production (COP) capability, competency and expertise
Support Manager on seasonal brand matrix process
Service as the primary Sourcing liaison with Production
Execute vendor projections by category, gender and brand in partnership with Product Managers
Support projections process by vendor and brand
Drive document and maintenance best practices and the development of training resources
Drive continuous improvement in tools and processes
Additional tasks may be assigned
What Skills You Have
Required
3 years of retail, production, sourcing, supply chain management or related experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Platforms
Some travel
Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree, ideally in Sourcing or Textiles, Business or closely related fields
Ability to successfully operate in an international environment