Global Sourcing Intern

Vera Bradley • Roanoke, IN

22h • $20 - $25

About The Position

The Global Sourcing Intern will support the Global Sourcing Manager in managing day-to-day sourcing activities for apparel products. This internship role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with strong Excel skills who thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment and is eager to grow within global sourcing and supply chain operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in Supply Chain Management (SCM), Logistics, Business or related field
• Strong proficiency in MS Office, especially in Microsoft Excel (advanced skills highly preferred) with advanced knowledge of Power Point.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable in a fast paced and growing environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Positive personality with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams
• Willingness to work additional hours as business needs require

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate data entry and maintenance within Product Life Management software
• Support the Global Sourcing Director & Managers with daily communication and coordination with overseas vendors
• Participate in sourcing and cross-functional meetings as needed
• Assist with product cost analysis, including reviewing and tracking cost components
• Track, follow up, and coordinate product samples required by the business
• Communicate and collaborate with the overseas Hong Kong office to support sourcing initiatives
• Assist with general administrative and sourcing-related tasks as required
• Acts as liaison between PD/Design, Merchants, and Vera Bradley Hong Kong (VBHK) teams
• Partners with PD, Design and Merchants to manage key trigger dates/key deliverables and attend Product Review Sessions
• Participates in production updates during cross-functional meetings and weekly review of open issues.
• Other Job responsibilities as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern