Assistant, Product Management & Sourcing
About The Position
Brand Overview: maurices is a women’s apparel retailer that celebrates feel good fashion for real life. It’s committed to its service with style promise and offering affordable fashion that takes women from workday to weekend and all of life’s adventures in between. With inclusive sizing from 0-24, maurices is famous for its versatile styles including key categories such as denim, dresses, tops, and more. Established in 1931, maurices operates 935 stores in communities across North America. Discover even more fashion at maurices.com. Ready to apply? We currently have an opportunity for a Assistant, Product Management & Sourcing to join our team located at our Corporate Office-maurices-Duluth, MN 55802. Ready to help bring feel good fashion for real life™ to hometowns across North America? Join our family of amazing individuals in our corporate office in Duluth, Minnesota, ranked one of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in 2019. Since 1931, we’ve helped women look and feel their best every day — making maurices not only a special place to shop, but a great place to work and connect. Apply today! Position Overview: Performance requirements Support product managers in the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from concept to delivery.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Knowledge of the fashion retail industry and product development processes.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the identification and evaluation of vendor partners to ensure high-quality and cost-effective sourcing.
- Manage communication and workflow between cross functional partners including merchandising, design, technical design, and vendors
- Monitor and manage production timelines to meet deadlines and ensure timely delivery.
- Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate terms, resolve issues, and build strong partnerships.
- Assist in the development of product briefs and specifications for new and existing products.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of sourcing processes and strategies.
- Provide administrative support to the Product Management and Sourcing teams as needed, including managing samples and mail.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
