Global Sourcing Assistant

USA Legwear; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Legwear is seeking a Global Sourcing Assistant to support the end-to-end product lifecycle, from proto development through bulk production. You will coordinate samples, track status, and communicate with vendors, Design, Sales, Marketing, and other teams to keep programs on schedule.

The role requires on-site work 3–4 days per week, strong attention to detail, and proactivity in a fast-paced environment. Annual salary starts at $50,000+, with growth based on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate proto, PP, PP PKG SET, and TOP sample requests and tracking.
• Manage sample packages and daily shipments to vendors and internal teams.
• Track sample status in Airtable trackers and communicate feedback.

Skills

Self-starter

Deadline-driven

Highly organized

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Time management

Proactive mindset

Team-oriented

Ownership

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

Outlook

PLM

SAP

Job description

The Global Sourcing Assistant supports the end-to-end product lifecycle from proto development through bulk production. This role ensures timely sample tracking, vendor communication, and cross-functional coordination across Design, Sales, Marketing, Logistics, Compliance/QA, Planning and Brand Management. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate proto, PP, PP PKG SET, and TOP sample requests, tracking, sorting, and distribution.
• Manage sample packages and daily sample shipments to vendors and internal teams.
• Track sample status and update Airtable trackers.
• Review samples, packaging, and trims; communicate feedback from different teams and upscale issues as needed.
• Support UPC, RFID, carton marking, and customer sticker approvals.
• Prepare samples and information for cross-functional reviews and elevate issues as needed.
• Create and send development/sample requests and follow up with vendors on status and timelines.
• Share product details, packaging guides, and updated requirements with vendors using PLM, Airtable, and email.
• Communicate cross-functional feedback and coordinate vendor follow-up.
• Support vendor onboarding and system setup.
• Review labels and packaging details for new orders.
• Maintain accurate product, vendor, and PO information across PLM, SAP, Airtable, and other systems.
• Maintain WIP tracking and support PO/order updates.
• Track pre-production and final samples to make sure everything stays on schedule.
• Attend weekly and cross-functional meetings and provide updates on samples, orders, and vendor issues.
• Work with Design, Marketing, Logistics, Compliance/QA, Brand Management, Planning, and Sales to keep things moving smoothly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Self-starter, deadline driven, and highly organized.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and accountability. Great communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive, solution-driven mindset.
• A proactive attitude and a team-first mindset.
• Take ownership and follow through without constant direction.
• Proficient in systems. Microsoft Office Excel and Outlook needed.
• PLM & SAP preferred.
• Must be available to work on-site 3-4 days per week.

Annual salary range starting at $50,000+

The disclosed salary range is commensurate with experience and does not reflect the total compensation package. Our associates have access to other valuable benefits that our Human Resources team is happy to share with candidates during the interview process.