What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Sourcing Manager position at Swimwear Anywhere Inc.?
Summary /Objective
The Associate Sourcing Manager is responsible for running the development of fabric and trim from conception through to production. Partnering cross-functionally to develop, communicate, and deliver on product design and brand aesthetic.
Position Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
- Fabric Maintenance and Duties
- Work closely with Design with the development on new fabrics and trims
- Work closely with Design and Product Managers to develop/source fabric to execute the quality expectations, appearance, hand feel and finish,
- Coordinate with production director to achieve price point, and any testing issues.
- Run monthly meetings with production to review greige for all brands and writeup commitment purchase orders as necessary
- Review and approve tested fabric reports
- Securing raw material FDS at the start of the season on all new qualities and trim
- Send out and receive daily packages from global raw material office and/or mill partners
- Ship fabric/color standards - follow up with airway bill info
- Coordinate closely with suppliers and mills on developments, sampling, testing, and approvals.
- Responsible for creating and maintaining accurate and up-to-date seasonal development charts
- Build and maintain fashion fabric library, supporting utilization by R&D team and designers
- Attend fabric trade shows and meet with new and existing suppliers to help with negotiating fabric costs and maintaining relationships
- Help to maintain and organize physical and digital brand library and archive brand records
- Write up color comments, if necessary
- Provide support on special projects as needed
Qualifications and Competencies:
- Excellent Microsoft Excel skills, proficient with Microsoft Office package
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Detail oriented, organized and very good follow up skills
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment and able to multi-task
- Proactive problem solver who can effectively manage dynamic challenges
- Knowledge of swimwear and intimate fabric/trim sourcing
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor Degree in fashion related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in apparel, preferably swimwear, intimates, or activewear.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000