Global Sourcing Strategist — Private Brand Growth

Michaels Stores; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michaels Companies Inc. is seeking a Global Sourcing Specialist to support the Global Sourcing Manager in implementing private brand sourcing strategies and achieving financial goals for assigned categories.

You will collaborate with internal and external partners to grow private label and manage data-driven projects. Responsibilities include data collection for RFPs, monitoring timelines, and assisting in vendor setup and cost negotiations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 18 months office work or a college degree in retail, supply chain and international trade.
• Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication and detail orientation.
• Ability to multitask and adapt in fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Global Sourcing Manager to implement Private Brand Sourcing strategies to achieve company and assigned category business objectives.
• Support the Global Sourcing Manager for the growth of private label through collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Collect data and conduct analysis for projects including RFP.
• Monitor project timeline and alert partners if delays or problems arise.
• Assist in cost negotiation by collecting data from different sources.
• Relay shortages and delivery issues to merchant and inventory teams.
• Validate vendor setup paperwork and ensure vendor setup in system.
• Manage quote sheets and item setup with cross-functional partners.
• Serve as a liaison for day-to-day global sourcing operations with overseas offices and vendors.
• Coordinate cross-functional meetings and provide required documentation for transition meetings and vendor visits.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

The Michaels Companies Inc. is seeking a Global Sourcing Specialist to support the Global Sourcing Manager in implementing private brand sourcing strategies and achieving financial goals for assigned categories.

You will collaborate with internal and external partners to grow private label and manage data-driven projects. Responsibilities include data collection for RFPs, monitoring timelines, and assisting in vendor setup and cost negotiations.