Global Sourcing Specialist

Michaels Stores•Irving, TX

About The Position

The Global Sourcing Specialist will play a significant role in supporting the Global Sourcing Manager to execute private brand sourcing strategies and meet the financial goals established by the company for assigned product categories. Major Activities Support the Global Sourcing Manager to implement Private Brand Sourcing strategies to achieve company and assigned category business objectives. Support the Global Sourcing Manager for the growth of private label through effective collaboration with internal and external partners. Collect data and conduct analysis for projects including RFP. Monitor project timeline and alert appropriate partners if delays or problems arise. Support Global Sourcing Managers on cost negotiation by collecting data from different sources. Support the Global Sourcing Manager in relaying shortages and delivery issues to merchant and inventory team. Validate the vendor setup paperwork and ensure vendor set up in system successfully. Manage quote sheets and item setup process with cross functional partners to ensure accurate and timely execution. Serve as a key liaison for day-to-day global sourcing operations and work effectively with cross-functional partners at overseas offices and vendors. Help Sourcing Manager to coordinate cross-functional meetings while providing required documentations, for meetings such as transition meetings, and vendor visits. Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum 18-month office work or a college degree in retail, supply chain and international trade.
Excel, Word and PowerPoint Skills are required.
Ability to multitask and shift priorities
Strong communication (written and verbal) and attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a fast paced and constantly evolving environment

Nice To Haves

Intermedium level of Excel/PowerPoint Skills
The experience with a major retailer, brand or product development/sourcing company in a sourcing, production, buying or product development role is preferred

Responsibilities

Support the Global Sourcing Manager to implement Private Brand Sourcing strategies to achieve company and assigned category business objectives.
Support the Global Sourcing Manager for the growth of private label through effective collaboration with internal and external partners.
Collect data and conduct analysis for projects including RFP.
Monitor project timeline and alert appropriate partners if delays or problems arise.
Support Global Sourcing Managers on cost negotiation by collecting data from different sources.
Support the Global Sourcing Manager in relaying shortages and delivery issues to merchant and inventory team.
Validate the vendor setup paperwork and ensure vendor set up in system successfully.
Manage quote sheets and item setup process with cross functional partners to ensure accurate and timely execution.
Serve as a key liaison for day-to-day global sourcing operations and work effectively with cross-functional partners at overseas offices and vendors.
Help Sourcing Manager to coordinate cross-functional meetings while providing required documentations, for meetings such as transition meetings, and vendor visits.
Other duties as assigned