Sourcing Assistant

The Children's Place; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible

Paid Time Off

Employee Discount

401(k) with company match

Wellness Reimbursement

Job summary

The Children's Place in Secaucus, New Jersey is looking for a Sourcing Assistant to manage global sourcing and production processes. Responsibilities include tracking the production process, coordinating samples, and leading meetings with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 1-3 years of experience, and excellent organizational skills. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in related role.
• Retail industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Track and report on global sourcing and production related functions.
• Lead approval meetings with Design, Production, and vendors.
• Maintain and track development, fit, and marketing sample processes.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Detail oriented

Highly proficient in Microsoft Office

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

GT Nexus

Job description

## Sourcing AssistantApplylocations: Corporate Office - HQtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R000031359**Location:**Secaucus, New Jersey## ## **Job Summary:**This position will be responsible for tracking and reporting on various global sourcing and production related functions and processes for a specific category or division.## **Responsibilities:******Key Accountabilities:***** Track and report all global sourcing and production related functions and processes* Track production process and production purchase order uploads and maintenance in SAP and GT Nexus systems* Lead approval meetings with Design, Production, and merchants and relay communication and follow up to overseas offices or directly to vendors* Maintain, coordinate, and track development, fit, pre-production, and marketing sample process* Work with management and cross-functional teams to gain an understanding of sourcing operations as well as systems used to support processes* Provide written and verbal communication with cross-functional partners and overseas offices as directed by management in regards to sourcing and production functions and processes* Follow up on outstanding production issues with vendors or overseas offices* Assist manager in costing functions****Education and Experience:***** Bachelor’s degree* 1-3 years of experience in related role* Retail industry experience preferred****Skills and Behaviors:***** Excellent verbal and written communication skills* Must be detail oriented and have strong organizational skills* Must be highly motivated, a self-starter with strong follow through* Ability to build cross-functional relationships* Ability to interact with all levels within the organization* Ability to work in a fast paced environment with a strong sense of urgency* Highly proficient in Microsoft Office* Ability to work towards multiple deadlines with shifting priorities**Hourly/Salary**$50,000.00 - $100,000.00 Salaryo Benefits include: Bonus eligible (depending on role), Paid Time Off, Employee Discount, 401(k) and company match, Wellness Reimbursement, Adoption Assistance, free backup care (for kids, pets & the elderly), choice of health insurance plans, company-paid life/AD&D, short and long term disability, a variety of voluntary benefits and an employee assistance program. Benefit offerings are subject to change and vary by role/level for each position. Respective waiting periods may apply to certain benefit offerings.**The Children's Place is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.**