Associate, Sourcing (Pipeline Only)

Chicos; Fort Myers, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chico's FAS, Inc. in Florida seeks a production/sourcing specialist to manage development and supplier allocation through delivery. You will collaborate with partners to uphold brand vision and target costs across the process.

Preferred BA/BS; 2+ years in apparel production/sourcing; costing experience; strong Excel skills; familiarity with FlexPLM. You will support onboarding of new suppliers and coordinate calendars with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in production/sourcing within apparel; 3+ years preferred.
• Costing experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Exposure to FlexPLM or comparable software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drives product execution ensuring styles are allocated to and received from suppliers with target cost and delivery commitment information.
• Assists in engineering and resolution of any cost challenges, working with suppliers and key partners to resolve prior to milestone meetings.
• Reviews and evaluates supplier time & action calendars.
• Troubleshoots and resolves production or delivery issues.
• Assists in the management of all development samples and submissions.
• Partners with leader on onboarding of new suppliers/countries/factories.
• Drives product execution ensuring styles are allocated to and received from suppliers with target cost and delivery commitment information.
• Assists in the organization of supplier meetings at NSSC.
• Establishes and cultivates strong relationships with all internal and external partners.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience in apparel production/sourn

Costing

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS preferred

Tools

Excel

FlexPLM

Job description

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM

With approximately 1,300 boutiques and outlets throughout the U.S., as well as an online presence for each of our brands, it takes sophisticated technology, resources and infrastructure to ensure the continued success of our businesses. From finance and accounting to technology and merchandising careers, we have diverse opportunities available for talented professionals to join our team of nearly 16,000 associates who share our commitment to excellence.

Position Objective

This position is responsible for managing the development and sourcing process from supplier allocation through to product delivery. This position works closely with key partners to deliver on the brand vision and value proposition throughout the process.

Functional Responsibilities

• Drives product execution ensuring styles are allocated to and received from suppliers with target cost,and delivery commitment information.
• Assists in engineering and resolution of any cost challenges - working with suppliers on challenges and communicating to key partners with a goal of resolving prior to milestone meetings.
• Reviews and evaluates supplier time & action calendars.
• Troubleshoots and resolves any issues pertaining to production or delivery.
• Assistsin the management of all development samples and submits.
• Partners with leader on the on-boarding of new suppliers/countries/factories.
• Drives product execution ensuring styles are allocated to and received from suppliers with target cost, and delivery commitment information.
• Assists in the organization of supplier meetings at NSSC.
• Establishes and cultivates strong relationships with all internal and external partners.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position may be found in multiple brands. Some duties may vary from brand to brand

Education

Preferred BA/BS

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in production/ sourcing environment within apparel;3 + years preferred
• Costing experience preferred
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Excellent in Microsoft office suite; emphasis in Excel
• Exposure to FlexPLM or comparable software, preferred

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Chico's FAS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.