Associate Global Sourcing Manager

Company: Michaels
Location: Irving
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Support Center - IrvingWe're here for the Makers! Come be a part of the team where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world! Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all Makers to create, innovate and be better together. To review a comprehensive list of benefits, please visit CO, CT and NYC only -To review pay ranges for the position you are applying for, please visit The Associate Sourcing Manager 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 growth of private label through effective collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Collect data and conduct analysis for projects including RFP, category/classification, and vendor analysis, to support sourcing operations.
• Monitor sample approval process and alert appropriate partners if delays or problems arise.
• Support cost negotiation.
• Support the Global Sourcing Manager in relaying shortages and delivery issues to merchant and inventory team.
• Support Global Sourcing Manager by reviewing QC issues with cross-functional teams and advise outcome to vendor.
• Manage the vendor setup process including reviewing the vendor setup paperwork
• 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.
• Organize cross-functional meetings while providing information preparation and analysis, for meetings such as transition meetings, vendor matrix review meeting, and vendor visits.
• Other duties as assigned Minimum Education - - -
  • --- - - -Bachelor's degree Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires
    • 2+ years of experience with a major retailer, brand or product development/sourcing company in a sourcing, production, buying or product development role Other
      • Intermediate to Advanced -Excel Skills are required
      • Ability to multitask and shift priorities
      • Strong communication (written and verbal) and attention to detail
      • Strong analytical skills
      • Ability to thrive in a fast paced and constantly evolving environment Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

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