The Assistant Global Sourcing Manager will play a significant role in supporting the Global Sourcing Manager to execute private brand sourcing strategies and meet the financial goals established by the company for assigned product categories.
Major Activities
- Support the Global Sourcing Manager to implement Private Brand Sourcing strategies to achieve company and assigned category business objectives.
- Support the growth of private label through effective collaboration with internal and external partners.
- Collect data and conduct analysis for projects including RFP, category / classification, and vendor analysis, to support sourcing operations.
- Monitor sample approval process and alert appropriate partners if delays or problems arise.
- Support cost negotiation.
- Support the Global Sourcing Manager in relaying shortages and delivery issues to merchant and inventory team.
- Support Global Sourcing Manager by reviewing QC issues with cross-functional teams and advise outcome to vendor.
- Manage the vendor setup process including reviewing the vendor setup paperwork
- Manage quote sheets and item setup process with cross functional partners to ensure accurate and timely execution.
- Serve as a key liaison for day-to-day global sourcing operations and work effectively with cross-functional partners at overseas offices and vendors.
- Organize cross-functional meetings while providing information preparation and analysis, for meetings such as transition meetings, vendor matrix review meeting, and vendor visits.
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Type of Experience the Job Requires
2+ years of experience with a major retailer, brand or product development / sourcing company in a sourcing, production, buying or product development roleOther
Intermediate to Advanced Excel Skills are requiredAbility to multitask and shift prioritiesStrong communication (written and verbal) and attention to detailStrong analytical skillsAbility to thrive in a fast paced and constantly evolving environmentApplicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.