SOURCING ASSISTANT
Nature of the Work!
Qualifacations
Assists Manager by driving results that support sourcing strategy, responsibilities include: • Maintains purchase order calendar deadlines and manages issuance of seasonal orders for product categories ensures accuracy and maintenance of PO systems • Regularly organizes and files department reporting and evaluates:
Work in Progress (WIP)
Cross Functional Charts (CFT)
Sourcing Detail Recaps
IMU Reports
Purchase Order Finalizations
Master Style Summary (MSS) Reports
• Ability to think critically and assist Manager and cross functional teams in determining and troubleshooting solutions • Fosters relationships with agents -- manages daily email communication with overseas agents and internal cross functional team members • Responsible for daily delivery and mailing of all samples, trims and packages • Supports Manager and team members on special projects as needed
Internal & External Points
External: Agents
Education/Experience/Knowledge
Bachelors Degree • Textile, apparel and accessories product development and sourcing industry experience or business background preferred • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) • PC proficient with emphasis on Microsoft and Excel. Must have experience using Pivot Tables. • Customer service focused -- ability to build collaborative working relationships and understand partners needs • Effective analytical and problem solving skills • Organized with ability to multitask and is deadline oriented • Culturally sensitive and aware (adjusts personal style to different cultures)