Associate Manager, Sourcing

Knitwell Group • New Albany, OH

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Sourcing Manager is responsible for the management of the product development and production process through cross functional team partnerships and vendor relationships. Reporting into the Senior Sourcing Manager to ensure on time delivery of product that meets the company financial goals. The impact you can have Support the supply chain in partnership with senior sourcing manager and cross functional partners to ensure alignment with business trends and financial goals Collaborate and partner with Merchant and Planning teams on seasonal product needs Attend core meetings as needed, partner with senior sourcing manager and merchants to develop/maintain solid understanding of market trends and customer intimacy Assist with managing receipt flexibility including shifts, chase and delivery updates Assist in the execution of the global sourcing strategy by maintaining and growing relationships with domestic and international vendors. Analyze seasonal and annual TNA metrics to support PLC, driving on time delivery performance. Analyze cost submits, negotiate costs, and ensure all margin goals meet company targets. Support the Product Lifecycle Calendar to ensure samples are developed on time to meet all meeting requirements Partner closely with Design, Merchandising, and Technical Design to ensure product execution aligns with the original vision and quality standards. Utilizing Flex PLM, Google Docs and Excel as communication and tracking tools

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in apparel sourcing, production, or product development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, Global Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Felx PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) software.
• Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs).
• Familiarity with Google Docs
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of garment construction, fabric types, and global trade regulations/duties.

Responsibilities

• Support the supply chain in partnership with senior sourcing manager and cross functional partners to ensure alignment with business trends and financial goals
• Collaborate and partner with Merchant and Planning teams on seasonal product needs
• Attend core meetings as needed, partner with senior sourcing manager and merchants to develop/maintain solid understanding of market trends and customer intimacy
• Assist with managing receipt flexibility including shifts, chase and delivery updates
• Assist in the execution of the global sourcing strategy by maintaining and growing relationships with domestic and international vendors.
• Analyze seasonal and annual TNA metrics to support PLC, driving on time delivery performance.
• Analyze cost submits, negotiate costs, and ensure all margin goals meet company targets.
• Support the Product Lifecycle Calendar to ensure samples are developed on time to meet all meeting requirements
• Partner closely with Design, Merchandising, and Technical Design to ensure product execution aligns with the original vision and quality standards.
• Utilizing Flex PLM, Google Docs and Excel as communication and tracking tools

Benefits

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Time off – paid time off & holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level