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Dallas, TX

Associate Sourcing Manager

Dallas, TX

Franecki Group

Dallas, TX

Associate Sourcing Manager

1+ years of related supply chain, sourcing, merchandising, textiles or apparel manufacturing
Supplier Relationship Management, including maintaining a compliant supplier matrix and ensuring brand protection
Monitor and own the day to day receiving, systems processing of product costing from our regional office partners
Identifies opportunities for cost savings and/or efficiencies in sourcing and works with manager to recommend alternative opportunities in cross development or cross sourcing
Manage the merchandise sourcing & production of select toy categories for Disney Stores worldwide, disneystore.com and alternative business model opportunities in partnership with the Senior Manager, Sourcing
Partners in costs negotiation with vendor contacts on new product and re-negotiation on repeat programs Responsible for sourcing, cost-negotiation and production of a specific category of merchandise within their area
Responsible for ensuring products meet established standards for safety and quality including initiating quarterly Product Review Requests (PRRs) with product integrity partners

Philadelphia, PA

Excellent Opening for Associate Sourcing Manager

Philadelphia, PA

Wiegand, Rath and D'Amore

Philadelphia, PA

Excellent Opening for Associate Sourcing Manager

Work End to End Responsibility from development (proto) to Bulk deliveries
Work towards meeting the Cogs to MRP ratio as per AFP
Work closely with the finish team on washing cost
Good team work by coordinating all parties concerned
Do costing for the entire season and make sure same is updated to PD
Cost negotiations and freezing the cost with factories
Order allocation to factories based on the capabilities and capacities

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Houston, TX

Associate Sourcing Manager Labor & Services Purchasing

Houston, TX

Crist, Feeney and Fadel

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Houston, TX

Associate Sourcing Manager Labor & Services Purchasing

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Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, and effectively manage quality service / product performance issues with suppliers
Maintain basic knowledge of suppliers and relevant market developments such as mergers and acquisitions, financial status and changes in key personnel
Implement commercial agreements and associated work processes for products and services
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products
Ensuring cogs to MRP % is maintained as prescribed. Work on yearly cost targets
Shares knowledge and participates in problem resolutions with internal and external partners
Knowledge of Hardlines manufacturing processes (e.g. rotocasting, injection molding, print production, etc.)

Education Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Georgia State University

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Skills Skills

Strong knowledge of product-specific construction standards, materials, and manufacturing processes/techniques
Proficiency within applicable procurement systems (SAP, e-Procurement, etc ..), including data retrieval
Demonstrated ability to balance conflicting priorities between creative design and cost of goods objectives
Ability to work independently and at the same time to contribute strongly as a team player within Purchasing and several different businesses
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office
Ability to work in a fast paced environment with a strong sense of urgency
Professional written and verbal communication skills
Understanding of macro-economic pressures and variables that influence global sourcing decisions
Ability to work on tasks and job functions independently
Strong computer skills. (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint, MicroCharts, etc.)

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Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Supplier Relationship Management, including maintaining a compliant supplier matrix and ensuring brand protection
Evaluate and score suppliers based on ISCM vision, mission, strategies and business objectives
Product related projects and management of cross-functional partner requests, ensuring regulatory, quality, safety and branding meets all Company requirements. Provide cost-effective solutions and negotiation including value-engineering
Research and develop long term solutions and strategies which anticipate future needs, market shifts and deters inflationary pressures
Shares knowledge and participates in problem resolutions with internal and external partners
Integrates Sourcing strategies into line of business processes and business development
Proven experience working and negotiating with Suppliers/Factories, both domestically and overseas
Proven experience communicating effectively to executive levels
Knowledge or work experience with Intellectual Property Protection and/or licensing
Experience balancing all aspects of product development, including cost, quality and supplier compliance
Understanding of Social Compliance and product safety/regulatory standards
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products
Experience working across multiple time zones
Proven experience with Souvenir and Stationery related products including keychains, magnets, stationery items, smart phone accessories and/or small toys
Knowledge of Hardlines manufacturing processes (e.g. rotocasting, injection molding, print production, etc.)
Keen communicator able to multi-task projects and sustain multiple workflows
Proven ability to mentor peers and cross-functional partners
Keen sense for the retail business climate and ability to proactively re-focus strategic direction
5 Years minimum experience in Retail Sourcing, Buying or Product Development
Working knowledge of Mandarin or Cantonese preferred
3D printing and production experience preferred
Professional certifications in Supply Chain and/or Sourcing related areas preferred (e.g. CPP, CPM, CSCMP)
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, International Studies or other related area of educational focus

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Protects the Disney brand by developing and managing vendor sourcing strategies to maximize profitability and minimize risk. Provides input on supplier performance through the annual scorecard and facilitates continuous improvement plans with suppliers and factories. Travels domestically and internationally to evaluate the viability of worldwide market opportunities, build vendor relationships, and continuously expand product knowledge/expertise. Makes supplier shifts to balance volume and mitigate risk, identifying needs for consolidation, diversification, or new-supplier on-boarding and driving the associated changes
Drives productivity and profitability within managed categories through proactive monitoring of mix and cause of change drivers, cost engineering, and creative negotiations. Drives the competitive bid and item negotiation process, owns the spec handover to suppliers, and drives costing and sampling process and timeline. Negotiates item and program level costing. Mitigates cost increases with creative solutions based on supply chain leveraging, value engineering and market shifts
Drives continuous improvement internally and within supply base to elevate supplier performance with measurable results. Identifies opportunities to leverage cross-category tools, information, processes and resources to optimize category performance. Seeks new ideas, techniques, materials, etc. with new and existing suppliers to drive product and process innovation
Provides technical and career related coaching and direction to the Sourcing Specialist
Strong negotiations skills and experience driving for win-win solutions with international vendors and managing multimillion dollar spends Strong negotiations skills and experience driving for win-win solutions with international vendors and managing multimillion dollar spends
Experience working with international partners as well as working across multiple time zones
Experience working in factories with supplier partners on costing, product development, and social compliance
Knowledge of global macroeconomic environment and inflationary pressures affecting consumer product sourcing
Proven experience within the apparel industry. Understanding of the costing component breakdowns of garments and ability to advise on the relative cost and timing impacts of various fabrication and construction changes. Familiarity with fabrications, garment construction, art execution techniques, production cycles, timelines, quality control, etc
Knowledge of apparel manufacturing processes (e.g. understanding of the construction of a garment, understanding of knit and woven fabrications, print production techniques, trims etc.)
Detail oriented, flexible and able to work in a fast pace organization, having the ability to meet deadlines with being able to prioritize the workload
Knowledge of international business climate and exposure to international and domestic travel
Experience in technical design/pattern making preferred
Knowledge of Optitex software preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Apparel Merchandising, International Studies or other related area of educational focus

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Manage the merchandise sourcing & production of select toy categories for Disney Stores worldwide, disneystore.com and alternative business model opportunities in partnership with the Senior Manager, Sourcing
Responsible for vendor strategy, product costing/placement, vendor communication and production management related to toy product categories
Track progress of production cycle against key milestone dates through daily maintenance of the Production Tracking Report (PTR)
Liaise with vendors and ticket/label suppliers to ensure Disney guidelines are followed to avoid late deliveries and charge backs due to non-compliance
Attend weekly cross-functional meetings and quarterly product line review meetings to understand key sourcing issues and action items
2-5 years in specialty retail or consumer products
Proficiency in managing overseas sourcing and production of goods
Ability and desire to be flexible, adapt to change and grow with organization
Preferred experience in Toys/Plush categories

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Contractor’s complete understanding of Levi’s requirement
Plan and block the production capacities against the Projection/order indents for entire year
Work End to End Responsibility from development (proto) to Bulk deliveries
Work towards meeting the Cogs to MRP ratio as per AFP
Order allocation to factories based on the capabilities and capacities
Meet the ONTIME KPI’s. Give constant weekly and Monthly KPI feedback to vendor
Analyze all the final inspection report on monthly basis with QAM and review the defect %. U/stand the strategies on how percentage can be reduced and maximum pcs can be shipped from qlty team
Follow up with vendor on test failures, resubmissions and CAP’s. Utilize the expertise of Finish Engineers
Weekly review meeting with vendors
Do a SWOT analysis of each vendor and make a plan on how to upgrade the vendors

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

5-7 Years minimum experience in Retail Sourcing, Buying or Product Development
Knowledge of Hardlines and Technology manufacturing processes (e.g. PCB’s, rotocasting, injection molding, die casting, etc.)
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Industrial Design, Business Administration, International Studies or other related area of educational focus

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Manage the merchandise sourcing & production of select toy/home categories for Disney Stores worldwide, disneystore.com and alternative business model opportunities in partnership with the Senior Manager, Sourcing
Responsible for vendor strategy, product costing/placement, vendor communication and production management related to toy/home product categories
Exposure to merchandise sourcing and production of multiple product categories
Proven track record of effectively communicating with manufacturers
Preferred experience in hard goods, toys, home/stationary sourcing
Hard Goods/Toys/Home/Stationary production/sourcing/manufacturing experience preferred

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Leadsby example as a key change enabler to create an environment of continuous improvement that constantly “Raises the Bar.”
Inspires and motivates peer and direct reports (as applicable)
Proactively drives measurable efficiencies of team communications, tasks, and overall workflow to support continuous improvement
Supports the growth of global and segment-wide relationships
Facilitates short and long-term sourcing strategies for managed categories, setting priorities, objectives, and action plans to improve supply base andmitigate risk with measurable accountability
Travels domestically and internationally to evaluate the viability of worldwide market opportunities, build factory and supplier relationships, and continuously expand product knowledge/expertise. Be the expert in all key sourcing regions
Assists in the leveraging opportunities, trains and executes sourcing strategies for global site-specific items
Drives continuous improvement within supply base to elevate supplier performance with measurable results
Partner with Sourcing Manager and US-based Sourcing team to drive market exploration and diversification
Transform data into information and collaborate with ITM on root cause/corrective action
Manages the development process,supporting on time delivery and drivingprofitability while maintaining design vision
Drives product development management,communicatingkey milestones and deadlines within the sample approval process
Drives proactiveproduction tracking, communicating and troubleshooting exceptions and delays
Negotiates costing and proposes value engineering optionsto achieve profitability goals while ensuring product vision is achieved
Seeks new ideas, techniques, and materials to drive product innovation
Identifies opportunities to leverage cross-category tools, information, processes and resources to optimize category performance
Collaborates with factory and Product Design to bring new art techniques and applications and researching trends
Understandsmarket behavior andsuggests strategy options to mitigaterisk,protect the Disney brand,andachievecompetitive advantage
Proactively monitors and reports out oncause of change drivers
Develops and maintains a stable and socially compliant supply base that meets ILS MCS, regulatory standards, and other established supplier performance requirements
Proactively addresses issues with timely and high-caliber executive-level communication and actions
Outstanding negotiation skills
Proficient in English and Mandarin or Cantonese
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Experience in merchandise sourcing and production management
Strong computer skills. (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint, MicroCharts, etc.)
5 – 8 years experience in Global Sourcing and/or Merchandising
Product-specific technical degree and/or manufacturing experience a plus
Proficiency in English (spoken and written)
Ability to communicate in other languages would be a plus

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Determines where product will be sourced by using global knowledge of country and vendor’s core competencies. Awareness of market rates for currency conversion, labor rates, etc needed
Tracks productions weekly to ensure new items are tested by QA and Packaging Labs resulting in on-time deliveries
Runs weekly Product Development Meetings with Merchants and Design to review status of new developments
Runs Cross Functional Meetings with Inventory, Order Management Specialists and Merchants to inform them on the status of any late deliveries or quality issues
Collaborate and develop close working relationships with design, merchandising, production, QA, sourcing offices and vendors to ensure the quality and integrity of the design is achieved and upheld
Focus on Quality Assurance to analyze multiple reports and meetings to ensure WSI standards. Trouble-shoots escalated issues and initiates inventory inspections
Fabric experience is a plus

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Monitor and own the day to day receiving, systems processing of product costing from our regional office partners
Maintain PLM system and any additional reporting systems to reflect current source allocation, costing, lead-time, and duty rates
Coordinate with product development team to ensure new styles are buy ready in time for monthly buys
Assist with style level pre-costing and communicate results to internal teams
Assist with setting the global sourcing strategy of products and allocate to our regional offices
Assist in ensuring cross functional teams are aware of additional sourcing efforts
Understand the UA product development process and calendar
1+ years of related supply chain, sourcing, merchandising, textiles or apparel manufacturing
Strong knowledge Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
Proficiency in SAP and Web based PLM systems a plus

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Stabilized on time delivery and quality
Contractor’s complete understanding of Levi’s requirement
Plan and block the production capacities against the Projection/order indents for entire year
Work End to End Responsibility from development (proto) to Bulk deliveries
Work towards meeting the Cogs to MRP ratio as per AFP
Good team work by coordinating all parties concerned
Order allocation to factories based on the capabilities and capacities
Meet the ONTIME KPI’s. Give constant weekly and Monthly KPI feedback to vendor
Do costing for the entire season and make sure same is updated to PD
Ensuring cogs to MRP % is maintained as prescribed. Work on yearly cost targets
Cost negotiations and freezing the cost with factories
To review on the consumptions that are going higher. Go in details(fabric widths, shrinkages, marker efficiencies etc) on how to reduce the same. Utilise the MU support function
Work closely with the finish team on washing cost
Organize the technical/risk analysis meeting to evaluate styles, if any modifications, simplification etc is required
Analyze all the final inspection report on monthly basis with QAM and review the defect %. U/stand the strategies on how percentage can be reduced and maximum pcs can be shipped from qlty team
Follow up with vendor on test failures, resubmissions and CAP’s. Utilize the expertise of Finish Engineers
Weekly review meeting with vendors
Do a SWOT analysis of each vendor and make a plan on how to upgrade the vendors

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Serves as key liaison for day-to-day operations with Vendors, Design and Product Development ensuring that product commitments are placed on time per the required time and action calendars
Ensures all details of the product are finalized in accordance with the execution requirements
Tracks and reports status on product progress against target milestones and provides visibility to management on adherence recommending course of action as appropriate to protect delivery needs
Addresses quality issues with vendor and negotiates applicable resolution
Bachelor’s degree in Business, International Business or a related field
5 - 8 years experience in Sourcing within the apparel industry
Previous experience working with overseas vendors
Knowledge of technical requirements related to testing of fabric, trims, and garments
Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel, email, and production tracking software

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Serve as a key liaison for day to day global sourcing operations and work effectively with cross-functional partners at overseas offices and vendors
Maintain seasonal production calendar to ensure deadlines are met
Develop negotiation and costing skills; responsible for achieving financial targets for a specific category
Maintain product cost updates and communicate with overseas offices regarding requested costing options
Align tasks to achieve on-time delivery and quality product for the product approval process
Maintain commitment schedule for fabric reservations and long lead times based on direction from management
Maintain product tracking process for specific categories
Expedite and monitor sample development progress and alert appropriate partners if delays or problems arise
Manage and develop direct reports
Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency of sourcing processes and present to manager
3+ years of experience in related role
Previous wholesale, online retailing and/or off-price retail experience
Ability to interact with all levels within the organization
Must be able to work towards multiple deadlines with shifting priorities
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

AVP / Senior Associate, Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Lead cross-functional teams in the planning and conduct of sourcing actions and negotiations with suppliers, to steer favourable outcomes in line with organisational objectives
Own and build strong relationships with key internal customers and suppliers
Drive and deliver supply chain value and risk management through partnership and early engagement with key stakeholders in understanding business needs and market trends

Associate Sourcing Manager, Textiles Resume Examples & Samples

Communicates daily with vendors to monitor the progress of new developments and current production. Process and communicate status to internal planning and merchant teams
Aggressively negotiates costs to ensure IMU targets are met for the Brand
Experience in FlexPLM or similar systems. Associate will maintain internal and international cross functional team seasonal timelines
Executes direction from management team
Supervises a Sourcing Coordinator
Some international travel required
Supervisory/people-manager experience preferred

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Data analysis (build summary from large amount of data and extract the key information/trend)
Management of small spend suppliers (relationship management, price negotiation, implementation of Cost Improvement Projects…)
Perform market research for specific EM categories
Development and implementation of processes to optimize sourcing activities
Build reporting tools to track progress on projects and financials, connecting cross functionally
Tracks dollars spent and compliance to cost savings initiatives
Researches, analyzes and provides benchmark (industry, cost, best practice) information for assigned categories
Works with designated business units in the administration of the strategic sourcing process, including: supplier selection, contract negotiation, and supplier management for categories that may yield significant savings to the enterprise
Commercial or technial education, MBA is a plus
Significant experience in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing and/or Purchasing is required
Experience in an international and cross-functional environment is required
Experience working in the area of FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) and/or OTC is desirable
Partnership, collaboration and teamwork skills
Knowledge of general manufacturing principles and practices
Knowledge of new product commercialization processes
Knowledge of compliance requirements (cGMP, GMP’s, DEA, etc)
Personal computer proficiency
Fluent in English, writing, reading, speaking and listening

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Work effectively in support of Sourcing Director/Manager to help them in their management of large categories with national spend of approximately $50 million annually. This includes applying SMP methodology to realize significant cost savings and efficiencies
Build and maintain alliances and other high-level contractual/supplier relationships
Purchase and contract for specific sub category initiatives, both national products and services of approximately $1M - $5M in spend
Administer national contracts and resolve claims/disputes in a manner that produces fair and timely resolution of issues and meets supplier's expectations
Determine key issues in a project or operational situation, involve the appropriate individuals and develop appropriate plans of action from multi-disciplinary perspective
Minimum five (5) years of experience in a combination of purchasing, materials management, warehouse operations, goods and services contracting, construction contracting, finance or other related areas
Experience working in a project-based and unionized environment is preferred
Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, operations research, materials management, economics or related field preferred, OR four (4) years of experience in a directly related field
Professional certification such as C.P.M. or APICS preferred

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Assist with development of HR Services, Travel & Marketing pipeline and sourcing strategies for the category that drive sustainable competitive advantage and concentrate spend with suppliers that matter to and value TD
Drive value in optimization strategies (ie. supply chain, total cost of ownership cost modeling, procurement related economics & financial analysis) through early engagement, commercial acumen and market knowledge. Activities also include requirements gathering, solution / supplier evaluations and supplier selection activities
Proactively conduct category market intelligence activities including industry, supply market and supply chain research and analytics, peer benchmarking, category sourcing and outsourcing trends and best practices. Share knowledge, insight and advice with business in a way that contributes to their long term business strategies
Recommend and implement solutions / process improvements that may arise from monitoring and tracking business partner issues
Effectively organize, influence and manage internal / external stakeholder groups
Support internal partners by leading / contributing to the supplier negotiation process to maximize price / performance in a given category and providing guidance on deal structure
Develop and maintain strong, mutually beneficial relationships with key suppliers in support of the category
Oversee and manage the supplier selection process for the procurement of a variety of North American HR, Marketing, Travel and event-related services, including requirements gathering, RFX development, solution / supplier evaluations and contract negotiations
Support business partners by developing supply chain strategies that support and enable TDBG and business specific objectives and goals, as well as helping to mitigate risks to the business and the Bank
Proactively manage supplier relationships at an enterprise level to maintain the contract value and service commitments negotiated during the sourcing process

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Assist/Manage the merchandise sourcing & production of select home/stationery categories for Disney Stores worldwide, disneystore.com and alternative business model opportunities in partnership with the Manager, Sourcing
Partner on vendor strategy, product costing/placement, manage vendor communication and production management related to home/stationery product categories
Track progress of production cycle against key milestone dates through daily maintenance of the Development Tracking Report (DTR)
Home/stationery experience preferred

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Cost structure of materials/services
J&J Franchise Business Strategy
J&J Quality and Technical Assurance Requirements
Understanding the complete value chain from Origin / base feedstock (Oil / Mineral / Agricultural / Synthetic) to consumer and the position of the category within this value chain
Commercial /Technical Education
Experience working in an international environment is required, in the are of FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) and/or OTC is very desiarable
Experience in sourcing packaging or FNW components is nice to have
Self starter with high integrity and ethical behavior
Analytical Decision Making skills
Profeciency in Excel

Associate Sourcing Manager Labor & Services Purchasing Resume Examples & Samples

Maintain basic knowledge of suppliers and relevant market developments such as mergers and acquisitions, financial status and changes in key personnel
Communicate where applicable to the key stakeholders
Utilize available Sourcing tools (e.g. e-RFI, e-RFQ, e-Auctions) to the fullest capability, to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the Purchasing process
Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, and effectively manage quality service / product performance issues with suppliers
Fluent in English and Dutch
Effective negotiator and able to persuade others (internal and external clients) through effective communication skills
Master's degree is preferred
Minimum 5 or more years relevant work experience in a commercial, shared services, industrial/manufacturing or engineering related professional position
Six Sigma project management experience is preferred

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Lead teams within assigned business areas/categories, recommending strategies supported by industry/market conditions
Work closely with key stakeholders throughout the business to develop effective cost reduction strategies and implementation plans
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field or 2-3 years of business experience without a Bachelor’s degree
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
Good organizational and project management skills

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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. JD Degree highly desirable
1 - 5+ years of strategic sourcing experience including but not limited to category level responsibilities in software and other IT categories
Professional written and verbal communication skills

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Review procurement requirements
Bachelor’s
5 years procurement related experience; experience with business law,
Procurement,

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Actively participate in negotiations with suppliers on behalf of internal business partners
Daily work within the Oracle procure to pay system to manage procurement requests
Regularly interacts with procurement team & leaders to provide updates and record cost savings generated
Complete special procurement projects as needed
Bachelor’s degree required. MBA preferred
2 - 5 years procurement related experience; experience with business law, commercial terms and conditions
CPSM certification from the Institute for Supply Management preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Prefer experience with Oracle procure to pay system
Procurement, sourcing and negotiating skills, Analytical and project management skills

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Quality Tracking and Measurement
Operations/Production Support with Key Suppliers
Cost Reduction and Cost Negotiations
Supplier Selection / Auditing to ISO 13485:2003 and FDA QSR Standards
Supplier Contract Initiation, Review and Approval

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Review/Ensure tech pack accuracy for SMS and bulk production
Work with supervisor to understand vendor strategy
Direct Assistant Sourcing Manager on vendor / factory allocations for all styles
XPC data management including verifying accuracy of costs by style
Partner with Customs compliance & Legal to confirm duty classifications
Lead weekly cross functional WIP meetings
Track status and delivery of samples, report exceptions to the business
Manage updates to the line grid including costing, minimum requirements, sample tracking, and style vendor allocation
Monitor Calendar and engage with cross functional teams to ensure all key dates are met
Liaison between design and vendor for product development
Understanding of product costs - able to identify price distortions and engage cross functional partners for solutions
Development and approvals of trim & hardware
Attend development and production fittings as needed
Engage PVH offshore offices and/or Supply Chain Partners for solutions as it relates to business needs
Contribute to workstream Goals and Strategic initiatives for GSC and the business
3 - 5 years of related experience in Intimates sourcing, product
Knowledge of or experience with PLM or PDM is preferred (will train)
Top-notch follow up skills are essential

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Identify and qualify potential suppliers for Exclusive Brand products, negotiate best total product cost and terms and complete supplier implementation of new programs to meet customer needs in a dynamic market
Focus on developing and managing supplier relationships of suppliers over multiple product lines, driving improved supplier performance, cost and product quality
Support GGS & Exclusive Brand Sourcing Strategy for availability, supplier consolidation, Cost Management, (GGS overseas vs domestic sourcing lifecycle) and improve efficiency in GGS Supply Chain
Identify and qualify the right suppliers the first time for respective region .Execute new program launch from scoping and evaluation to implementation in a timely fashion
Manage all elements of assigned supplier relationships and ensure lowest total cost of procurement, including product cost, various commercial terms and performance metrics. Explore new opportunities for optimizing product line
Develop and manage functional supplier relationships with assigned key/strategic suppliers to optimize financial and operational performance and implement service metrics to drive supplier performance
Conduct supplier/market research and track global manufacturing and sourcing environment. Provide timely updates to the related offices and address any issues quickly
Resolve communication issues and reinforce communication process established between GGS & suppliers and address supplier performance issues
3 to 5 years of experience in Global Sourcing/Procurement in a relevant industry
Relevant experience in developing and managing supplier relationships worldwide over multiple product lines, resulting in improved performance and cost
Clear and thorough knowledge of the negotiation process and cost breakdown analysis for domestic and overseas suppliers
Ability to understand customer requirements, supply chain management/marketing strategy, inventory management and demand generation fulfillment processes
Well versed with various IT tools for communication and must possess presentation skills for reporting & presenting business scenarios
Proven capability and capacity to manage multiple programs, projects and functional supplier relationships while addressing tactical supplier performance issues
Demonstrates high personal integrity in conducting business with suppliers worldwide. Ensures compliance to the laws, business guidelines and ethical standards set by Grainger

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Support Dow’s Procurement objectives by demonstrating Strategic Sourcing Excellence, managing risk and contributing cost savings to the company’s bottom line
Develop, integrate and execute area raw material procurement strategies which support business strategies. Includes completing detailed analysis of raw material procurement needs and proposing leveraging opportunities
Bachelor's degree is required, Master's degree in relevant field, or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years relevant professional work relevant Purchasing, Commercial, Supply Chain Manufacturing or Customer Service experiences preferred
A minimum requirement for this U.S. - based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent basis (U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident or qualifying Asylee / Refugee)
Ability to work independently and at the same time to contribute strongly as a team player within Purchasing and several different businesses
Ability to think creatively and propose alternate solutions to complex problems
Tactical and strategic thinking
Recognized communication skills
Natural and creative negotiation skills
Proficiency within applicable procurement systems (SAP, e-Procurement, etc ..), including data retrieval

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Support cross functional teams to develop best in class strategic sourcing strategies for assigned suppliers and/or commodities in support of business objectives
Support implementations of supplier and/or commodity strategy which will include spend/supply assessments, consolidation strategy, sourcing selection, financial and sourcing analyses
Support a contract strategy for suppliers and create, negotiate, monitor and enforce where applicable
Participate in new product launches; lead supplier selection, requests for quotes and insurance that suppliers are clear on product launch deliverables; collaborate with cross-functional teams for successful launch
Participate in assuring cost standards are established for annual operating budgets
4-8 years of experience in strategic sourcing and supplier development. Equivalent relevant work experience in manufacturing and/or project management may also be considered
Knowledge and application of supplier contract strategy, negotiations, contractual terms and contract administration
Experience in supplier and stakeholder negotiation
Project Management experience and solid understanding of project management tools
Manufacturing management, manufacturing engineering, buying, production planning or product development experience
Medical Device, Pharmaceutical or other highly regulated industry experience is highly preferred (e.g.: aerospace, automotive)
Demonstrated quantitative and analytical abilities

Associate Sourcing Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

Minimum of a B.S. degree
1-3 years of technical sourcing experience preferred
Understanding of contract language and how to mitigate risk for Novozymes
Strong cooperation (collaboration) skills with the ability to communicate effectively with technical project managers as well as various internal stakeholders
Experience with change management
Good verbal & written communication skills (including interactions with colleagues outside of the US)

Associate Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Determines where product will be sourced by using global knowledge of country and vendor's core competencies. Awareness of market rates for currency conversion, labor rates, etc needed
5 years production, sourcing, QA or buying experience in a retail or manufacturing organization
Knowledge of appropriate markets to source

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