Assistant Global Sourcing Manager

The Michael's Companies; Irving, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Employee assistance program

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Telemedicine services

Flexible spending accounts

Commuter benefits

Tuition assistance

Adoption assistance

Voluntary insurance options

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Michaels Companies, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is seeking an Assistant Global Sourcing Manager to support private brand sourcing strategies and meet financial goals across assigned product categories. The role emphasizes data analysis, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration with internal and external partners.

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of sourcing or product development experience at a major retailer or brand are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience with a major retailer, brand or product development/sourcing company in a sourcing, production, buying or product development role.

Responsibilities

• Support the Global Sourcing Manager to implement Private Brand Sourcing strategies to achieve company and assigned category business objectives.
• Support the growth of private label through collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Collect data and conduct analysis for projects including RFP, category/classification, and vendor analysis to support sourcing operations.
• Monitor the sample approval process and alert appropriate partners if delays or problems arise.
• Support cost negotiation.
• Relay shortages and delivery issues to merchant and inventory team.
• Review QC issues with cross-functional teams and advise outcome to vendor.
• Manage the vendor setup process including reviewing vendor setup paperwork.
• Manage quote sheets and item setup with cross functional partners for timely execution.
• Serve as a key liaison for day-to-day global sourcing operations and coordinate with overseas offices and vendors.
• Organise cross-functional meetings with information preparation and analysis for transition meetings, vendor matrix review meetings, and vendor visits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

Support Center - Irving The Assistant Global Sourcing Manager will play a significant role in supporting the Global Sourcing Manager to execute private brand sourcing strategies and meet the financial goals established by the company for assigned product categories.

Major Activities

• Support the Global Sourcing Manager to implement Private Brand Sourcing strategies to achieve company and assigned category business objectives.
• Support the growth of private label through effective collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Collect data and conduct analysis for projects including RFP, category/classification, and vendor analysis, to support sourcing operations.
• Monitor sample approval process and alert appropriate partners if delays or problems arise.
• Support cost negotiation.
• Support the Global Sourcing Manager in relaying shortages and delivery issues to merchant and inventory team.
• Support Global Sourcing Manager by reviewing QC issues with cross-functional teams and advise outcome to vendor.
• Manage the vendor setup process including reviewing the vendor setup paperwork.
• Manage quote sheets and item setup process with cross functional partners to ensure accurate and timely execution.
• Serve as a key liaison for day-to-day global sourcing operations and work effectively with cross-functional partners at overseas offices and vendors.
• Organise cross-functional meetings while providing information preparation and analysis, for meetings such as transition meetings, vendor matrix review meeting, and vendor visits.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires: 2+ years of experience with a major retailer, brand or product development/sourcing company in a sourcing, production, buying or product development role

Requirements

• Other Intermediate to Advanced Excel Skills are required.
• Ability to multitask and shift priorities.
• Strong communication (written and verbal) and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced and constantly evolving environment.

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.

• 401(k) with employer match
• an Employee Assistance Program
• medical
• dental
• vision coverage
• telemedicine services
• flexible spending accounts
• commuter benefits
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• various voluntary insurance options
• employee discounts and access to partner discount programs

• health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• paid time off
• tuition assistance
• generous employee discounts

We put people first We do the right thing We’re always improving our craft We hold ourselves accountable We’re better together.

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.

Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).

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