Sourcing Assistant, Women's Underwear - Calvin Klein

PVH • New York, NY

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

Be part of an iconic story. At Calvin Klein, we believe in fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture by celebrating different perspectives, backgrounds and beliefs to truly connect with our associates and consumers. Join us and have a meaningful impact on the world – and – endless opportunities to design your future. Immerse yourself in Calvin Klein here! ( YouTube , Instagram , TikTok ) POSITION SUMMARY The Sourcing Assistant’s primary responsibility will be to ensure PVH data systems are updated and accurate for all sourcing related activities.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of related experience in sourcing, product development and/or production.
• Product development or manufacturing-related background is preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree is required, preferably in the fashion field
• Computer skills – Full MS Office Suite
• Microsoft Excel Experience Preferred (Familiar with formulas / pivots)
• Knowledge of or experience with Centric / PLM is helpful
• Top-notch follow-up skills are essential
• A proactive personality is needed
• Excellent communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Curiosity to learn
• Great organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Must have the ability to make decisions within their own position – evaluate issues on a daily basis and make decisions when to question and make inquiries and seek advice/help for resolutions.
• Must be extremely resourceful – learning and using all appropriate contacts to gather information for follow up.
• Acute follow-up skills are of utmost importance.
• Must be quick to learn new systems and how they share information.
• Fast-paced, multi-directional environment.
• Individuals must be highly adaptable.
• Organizational skills are key.

Responsibilities

• Centric PLM Data work / in season system responsibilities
• Assign Vendors in Centric PLM during tech pack pass off
• Change tech pack stage at seasonal milestones & ensure NRF Color Code population
• Troubleshoot style / cost flow system issues (entefy/ centric/7th online /blue yonder /SAP)
• Run Seasonal Line Matrix/PLM Accuracy report at Style/Color level (Audit)
• Entefy Cost Platform
• Responsible for validating Duty Rates in Entefy
• Responsible for Entefy Cost Ledger pulls, cost audits & seasonal entefy cost record maintenance
• Upload seasonal PIR costing & manage all PIR troubleshooting
• Support manager with seasonal tech pack hand off to vendors
• Coordinate with hubs/vendors for all sample related requests (Concept, SMS & Photoshoot) and partner with offshore PD team to ensure timeliness of samples
• Lead weekly cross functional meetings & guide conversations and decision making
• Manage internal and external communication across cross functional teams and external vendor partners
• Partner with manager on cost analysis and communicate any seasonal cost changes to merchandising teams
• Category management (Under guidance from Supervisor)
• Understand seasonal strategies to align day to day priorities
• Engage PVH offshore offices (Hub Partners) and/or Supply Chain Partners for solutions as it relates to business needs
• Engage with cross functional teams & ensure calendar deadlines are met
• Assist manager with allocation of development & tech pack discussions
• Track status and delivery of samples
• Understanding of product costs
• Collaborate with factories & ISM Partners on daily tasks

Benefits

• Competitive pay, bonus programs, best in class medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and more.
• An above-market 401(k) contribution to help our eligible associates save for retirement.
• Generous company-paid holidays, paid time off, hybrid working arrangements, volunteer opportunities, seasonal hours, and flexible work schedules.
• A variety of wellbeing tools and programs such as, Headspace membership, reimbursement for fitness memberships and/or digital meditation subscriptions, and the opportunity to earn up to $200 a year in rewards for exercising and participating in healthy activities.
• Access to services for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, pet care, plus reimbursement for backup care when your regular plans fall through.
• Receive support for continued education including tuition reimbursement.
• Shop at our company outlets and e-commerce sites at a discount.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees