Sourcing Associate

EMERGING BLUE; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion company in New York is seeking a Sourcing Associate to collaborate with the Sourcing & Production Manager on order placements and updates. This entry-level role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of related experience. The salary range is $55,000 to $75,000 per year. Excellent organizational and communication skills are essential, and familiarity with Microsoft Office is a must. This position emphasizes the importance of in-office presence.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Sourcing Coordinator or Associate preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in foreign languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sourcing Manager with daily emails and sourcing inquiries.
• Partner with Design on tech packs and production packages.
• Work closely with Demand Planning to ensure accurate buys.
• Communicate with overseas teams on PO adjustments and inquiries.
• Gather information to support quality issue resolution.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Foreign language proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in International Trade, Business, or Fashion Merchandising

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Overview

The Sourcing Associate will work closely with the Sourcing & Production Manager on order placement and collaborate with the Sales and overseas management teams to track and update all information regarding order allocations.

Reports To

Sourcing Manager / Sr. Sourcing Manager / Director of Sourcing and Production

Direct Reports

None

Key Accountabilities

• Assist the Sourcing Manager and/or Director with daily emails and sourcing inquiries.
• Partner with Design and Design Operations on tech packs, design changes, and production packages.
• Work closely with the Demand Planning team to ensure all buys are entered into the buy plan and updated accurately and on time each season.
• Send and follow up with overseas teams on PO adjustments, stock orders, special orders, placements, and status updates (e.g., moving labels, reorders, daily inquiries).
• Communicate with the Sales team and overseas offices regarding the status of advertising samples.
• Gather and organize information to support analysis and resolution of quality issues.
• Create price charts by brand for each seasonal buy and for late additions as needed.
• Develop templates for seasonal pricing recaps by brand.
• Review weekly and prepare monthly approval status reports.
• Monitor D/F and D/A entries.
• Support special projects as assigned.

Required Skills, Abilities & Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in International Trade or Business, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience as a Sourcing Coordinator or Sourcing Associate.
• Foreign language proficiency is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Consistent in-office presence is vital to the role—as it is for all our client’s team members—so that everyone maintains a full appreciation, both aesthetically and tactilely, of the qualities that define our brand partners’ products and distinguish them from competitors.

Salary Range

$55,000 – $75,000 per year

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting