ASSOCIATE SOURCING MANAGER. DENIM

Job Summary: This position will serve as a key liaison for day to day global sourcing operations and for working with cross-functional partners at overseas offices and vendors Responsibilities: Key Accountabilities: Responsible for requesting and tracking all initial and subsequent rounds of wash samples Must have knowledge of Denim fabric & performance specs, basic wash and dry process terminology and can own reviewing wash with Design/Merchant partners and passing clear comments for corrections to factory Supports manager to establish targets and negotiate costs with vendors. Has the ability to make recommendations to reduce costs through wash/dry process technique while maintaining design aesthetic 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 Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency of sourcing processes and present to manager Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree 3+ years of experience in related role Retail industry experience preferred Skills and Behaviors: Excellent verbal and written communication skills Must be detail oriented Ability to work on tasks and job functions independently Ability to build cross-functional relationships Ability to interact with all levels within the organization Ability to work in a fast paced environment with a strong sense of urgency Must be able to work towards multiple deadlines with shifting priorities Highly proficient in Microsoft Office