Sourcing Coordinator, Watches (Mandarin Speaking)

American Exchange Group • New York, NY

1d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

American Exchange Group’s E.Gluck Holdings division is seeking a Sourcing Coordinator to contribute to the development of its Women’s Watch collections. The coordinator works with suppliers and internal Design and Sales teams to source products, manage orders and shipments, and support product development and delivery. The position is based at the company’s Midtown headquarters in New York City, with Monday through Thursday at the office and Friday remote. It reports to the Director of Sourcing, Jewelry & Watches.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of sourcing experience, including internships.
• Ability to manage projects and establish clear goals and accountabilities to ensure successful delivery on time, within budget, and according to agreed success criteria.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of watch experience.
• Mandarin speaking ability is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best possible cost and service guarantees and develop strategies that support sustainable supplier relationships.
• Evaluate suppliers’ core competencies and competitive positioning using industry cost models.
• Analyze industry trends and emerging technologies to identify supply-base issues, minimize risk, protect continuity of supply, and pursue opportunities.
• Develop supplier management programs with key suppliers, including metrics and performance goals; conduct cost and scenario analysis and benchmarking.
• Forecast future demand and place orders in a timely manner based on vendor lead times.
• Enter, maintain, and track purchase orders with overseas vendors to support on-time delivery.
• Plan and schedule orders.
• Issue product specifications to vendors in compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Provide vendors with purchase-order packing, labeling, and shipping instructions.
• Communicate daily with international vendors.
• Work with the Design and Sales departments on product development.
• Maintain and follow up on the product status calendar for pre-production samples, lab testing, and production approvals.
• Track shipments from pre-production through post-production.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Half-day Fridays with shortened hours during the summer and winter seasons.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Tax-free commuter benefits.
• Employee merchandise discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed