Associate Manager, Sourcing

Albany, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About us

Our founder Lena Bryant didnt set out to change fashion forever but thats exactly what she did. 120 years later Lane Bryant remains the iconic plus-size brand. Empowering women is kind of our thing. Our inclusive community of customers and associates champions the acceptance of all sizes shapes and people. If you believe in the power of clothes to create confidence and empower self-expression youll be at home here.

About the role

The Associate Sourcing Manager is responsible for the management of the product development and production process through cross functional team partnerships and vendor relationships. Reporting into the Senior Sourcing Manager to ensure on time delivery of product that meets the company financial goals

The impact you can have

Support the supply chain in partnership with senior sourcing manager and cross functional partners to ensure alignment with business trends and financial goals
Collaborate and partner with Merchant and Planning teams on seasonal product needs
Attend core meetings as needed partner with senior sourcing manager and merchants to develop/maintain solid understanding of market trends and customer intimacy
Assist with managing receipt flexibility including shifts chase and delivery updates
Assist in the execution of the global sourcing strategy by maintaining and growing relationships with domestic and international vendors.
Analyze seasonal and annual TNA metrics to support PLC driving on time delivery performance.
Analyze cost submits negotiate costs and ensure all margin goals meet company targets.
Support the Product Lifecycle Calendar to ensure samples are developed on time to meet all meeting requirements
Partner closely with Design Merchandising and Technical Design to ensure product execution aligns with the original vision and quality standards. Utilizing Flex PLM Google Docs and Excel as communication and tracking tools

Youll bring to the role

35 years of experience in apparel sourcing production or product development.
Bachelors degree in Fashion Merchandising Business Global Supply Chain or a related field.
Proficiency in Felx PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) software.
Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables VLOOKUPs).
Familiarity with Google Docs
Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of garment construction fabric types and global trade regulations/duties.

Benefits

You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands subject to each brands discount policies.
Support for your individual development plus opportunities for 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)*
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Time off paid time off & holidays*
Hybrid: This position works in a hybrid model with required days worked in the Lane Bryant office location in Columbus OH as defined by business needs.

*Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications relevant experience and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

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Location:

LB OH Corp Office-LaneBryant-New Albany OH 43054

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidates qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy) race color national origin religion age disability genetic information military status sexual orientation gender identity or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process please contact The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Companys business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicants request for reasonable accommodation.

Required Experience:

Manager

About usOur founder Lena Bryant didnt set out to change fashion forever but thats exactly what she did. 120 years later Lane Bryant remains the iconic plus-size brand. Empowering women is kind of our thing. Our inclusive community of customers and associates champions the acceptance of all sizes sha...