Sourcing Assistant

Knitwell Group • Hingham, MA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

About us KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful. Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good. About the role The Sourcing Assistant is responsible for product development from concept to delivery, and facilitates the interaction between key cross functional partners and agents to procure product of the highest quality. The impact you can have Maintain purchase order (PO) calendar deadlines and manage issuance of seasonal orders for product categories – ensures accuracy and maintenance of PO systems Regularly organizes and files department reporting and evaluates: Work in Progress (WIP), Cross Functional Charts (CFT), Sourcing Detail Recaps, Purchase Order Finalizations Assist Manager and cross functional teams in determining and troubleshooting solutions Fosters relationships with agents and manage daily email communication with overseas agents and internal cross functional team members Analyze costs to identify year-over-year variances in order to support and achieve department goals Fosters relationships with agents and manage daily email communication with overseas agents and internal cross functional team members Support Manager and team members on special projects as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Textile, apparel and accessories product development and sourcing industry experience or business background preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• PC proficient with emphasis on Microsoft and Excel
• Customer service focused with an ability to build collaborative working relationships and understand partners needs
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Organized with ability to multi-task and be deadline-oriented
• Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship.
• We are not providing sponsorship for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Textile, apparel and accessories product development and sourcing industry experience or business background preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain purchase order (PO) calendar deadlines and manage issuance of seasonal orders for product categories – ensures accuracy and maintenance of PO systems
• Regularly organizes and files department reporting and evaluates: Work in Progress (WIP), Cross Functional Charts (CFT), Sourcing Detail Recaps, Purchase Order Finalizations
• Assist Manager and cross functional teams in determining and troubleshooting solutions
• Fosters relationships with agents and manage daily email communication with overseas agents and internal cross functional team members
• Analyze costs to identify year-over-year variances in order to support and achieve department goals
• Fosters relationships with agents and manage daily email communication with overseas agents and internal cross functional team members
• Support Manager and team members on special projects as needed

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 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) retirement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Time off – paid time off & holidays

What This Job Offers

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