Associate, Sourcing (Chico's)

We are a company of brands led by women and inspired by women. Our portfolio consists of three brands: Chicos WHBM and Somaspecialty retailers of womens apparel intimates and accessoriesfound in over 1000 boutiques through the United States and online. With our services and products we strive to create a world where women never have to compromise providing solutions to give them confidence and joy. We love what we do and believe that with our teams we are the most amazing place to work learn and grow.

POSITION OBJECTIVE:
This position is responsible for managing the development and sourcing process from supplier allocation through to product delivery. This position works closely with key partners to deliver on the brand vision and value proposition throughout the process.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Drives product execution ensuring styles are allocated to and received from suppliers with target cost and delivery commitment information.
Assists in engineering and resolution of any cost challenges - working with suppliers on challenges and communicating to key partners with a goal of resolving prior to milestone meetings.
Reviews and evaluates supplier time & action calendars.
Troubleshoots and resolves any issues pertaining to production or delivery.
Assists in the management of all development samples and submits.
Partners with leader on the on-boarding of new suppliers/countries/factories.
Drives product execution ensuring styles are allocated to and received from suppliers with target cost and delivery commitment information.
Assists in the organization of supplier meetings at NSSC.
Establishes and cultivates strong relationships with all internal and external partners.
Other duties as assigned.

This position may be found in multiple brands. Some duties may vary from brand to brand.

QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma/G.E.D. required; College degree preferred
2 years experience in a production/sourcing role within the apparel industry; 3 years preferred
Costing experience preferred
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Excellent in Microsoft office suite; emphasis in Excel
Must be detailed oriented & ability to maintain tight deadlines
Demonstrates ability to take initiative identify & prioritize opportunities
Positive attitude & a team player
Experience in vendor cost negotiation & building vendor relationships an added advantage
Exposure to Flex PLM or comparable software preferred

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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 Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicants request for reasonable accommodation.