Enjoy a team atmosphere where everyone rolls up their sleeves to get the job done. Our client has a strong brand presence and a flat organizational structure that will allow you to play an integral part in the development process.
Summary:
Assist Global Sourcing Department in all duties. Support management in supplier sourcing, evaluation and selection. Close communication with potential new suppliers to disseminate their capabilities in meeting company best in class initiative. Maintain sourcing matrix and correspondence as directed by Global Sourcing Manager will be vital in managing supplier relationships so they stay current with new product development.
Job Description:
• Aid in the source development and execution of strategies and tactics related to the successful management of all product categories.
• Collaborate within a cross-functional, team-oriented process involving Merchandise Management, Product Development, Purchasing, Quality and other stakeholders.
• Support all cost and pricing elements related to the specific product categories.
• Participate in supplier sourcing, evaluation and selection.
• Ensure source matrix and any additional reporting tools are maintained to reflect current and new sources, costing, lead-time, quotas and duty assignments.
• Coordinate seasonal bidding process, samples, and milestone tracking.
• Enter and maintain data in Flex PLM system.
• Negotiate cost, conduct cost analyses and risk assessment of suppliers.
• Coordinate submittals, approvals, communication and follow up between factories and fabric mills.
• Place, monitor and track seasonal sample purchase orders for raw materials and finished goods.
• Monitor and communicate as needed all sourcing department metrics. Focus on improving these metrics.
• Generate reports and analysis as directed.
• Identify, lead and participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Communicate regularly with China office.
• Coordinate and participate in supplier visits.
• Track & maintain supplier performance system.
• Maintain records, files and physical inventory of samples.
• Prepare & send international parcels.
• Provide backup for co-workers.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field plus 1-2 years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Good understanding of the principles of product development, sourcing, purchasing, and quality.
• Demonstrated commodity or consumer goods (i.e. accessories, handbags, hard lines) management expertise.
• Textile/fabric expertise strongly preferred
• Strong, effective, and proven negotiating skills with strong decision making ability.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Good understanding of business mathematics.
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Engagement and lead cross functional teams.
• Analytical, data driven approach with an attention to detail, well organized.
• Ability to multi-task and coordinate multiple projects across many suppliers adhering to time sensitive responses.
• Results oriented. Must be goal driven, take the initiative and be independent.
• Positive attitude, ethics, and international values which support core values, and a healthy, high performance culture
• Windows based PC experience with strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook including advanced skills in spreadsheet, database and graphing applications, SAP and
• PLM experience preferred.
• Candidate must have the capability and willingness for advancement.
• International communication experience with Asia preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clear motor vehicle record.
TO APPLY:
Send your resume with salary requirements to Sue at Midwest Personnel Resource, LLC:
e mail: sue@mpresource.com
phone: 262.681.3727
Please include Job Code SP – MPR0311 on all emails/faxes.
