Sourcing Specialist (12-Month Contract)

Groupe Dynamite; Montreal; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in Montreal is seeking a Sourcing Specialist for a 12-month contract. You will establish sourcing strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure compliance with quality standards. Ideal candidates have 7-10 years of experience in the apparel industry and a relevant degree. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including performance-driven bonuses and an employee discount.

Benefits

Performance-driven bonuses

Group retirement savings program with employer matching

Flexible insurance coverage

Employee discount at Garage and Dynamite

Exclusive private sample sales

Flexible vacation policy

Qualifications

• 7-10 years related import and/or production experience in the apparel industry.
• Extensive understanding of production cycle and fabric impact on design.

Responsibilities

• Establish and adhere to the sourcing strategy.
• Ensure suppliers meet quality and compliance standards.
• Negotiate final prices and analyze cost breakdowns.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or related field

DEC in Fashion Marketing or Fashion Design

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Overview

Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.

Overview

Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.

Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America.

Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Job Summary

The Sourcing team is looking for a Sourcing Specialist (12-month contract) that will help with the applicable aspects of the production process. You will be involved in our ongoing transformation from a traditional brick & mortar retailer, to an omni-channel leader and tech-first fashion disruptor.

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for establishing the business unit sourcing strategy along with VP support, and to adhere to it once established;
• Determine monthly capacity plans for the suppliers and respect them within reasonable variance;
• Monitor to ensures accurate timelines are created and adhered to by assigned suppliers (Time & Action);
• Ensures suppliers meet all requirements on quality and compliance standards;
• Ensures suppliers’ capability to produce merchandise for required delivery date;
• Analyzes cost breakdowns from suppliers and negotiates final price;
• Collaborates with cross-functional departments;
• Sources new fabrics and negotiates fabric costs;
• Reviews all tech packages and ensures accuracy of details;
• Communicates daily with suppliers overseas;
• Provides guidance to Import Coordinator.

Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Fashion Marketing, Fashion Design or a related field and / or DEC in Fashion Marketing or Fashion Design;

7-10 years related, import and / or production experience (apparel industry);

Extensive understanding of production cycle, of fabric and impact on design;

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

At GDI, You Will Be Part Of a Growing Organization That Understands The Importance Of Investing In People And Offers You

A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;

A group retirement savings program with employer matching;

Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;

An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;

Exclusive private sample sales;

A flexible vacation policy;

And more!

GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Our promise…

No day will be like the last—we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.

Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Job function

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

Retail

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