Sourcing Specialist (12-Month Contract)

Groupe Dynamite; Mount Royal; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing organization in Montreal is seeking a Sourcing Specialist for a 12-month contract to enhance the production process in a transformation to an omni-channel leader. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and extensive experience in the apparel industry. Responsibilities include establishing sourcing strategies, monitoring suppliers, and negotiating costs. Benefits include a comprehensive compensation package, a retirement savings program, and more.

Benefits

Performance-driven bonuses

Group retirement savings program with employer matching

Flexible group insurance

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 the production cycle and the impact of fabric on design.

Responsibilities

• Establish the business unit sourcing strategy and ensure adherence.
• Monitor supplier timelines and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Negotiate costs with suppliers and source new fabrics.

Skills

Negotiation

Cross-functional Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Fashion Marketing, Fashion Design or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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.