Sourcing Contractor (Product Development)

Cella; Framingham (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cella in Framingham, MA is seeking a Sourcing Specialist for the Kids Division to drive private label development and strategic supplier structures. This full-time, hybrid role requires negotiating prices, guiding product visions, and ensuring timely shipments with agents and vendors.

The position involves advanced Excel analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and maintaining compliance documentation for garment programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, Finance, or related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas).
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word).
• Exceptional multitasking abilities with track record of managing multiple programs to tight deadlines.
• Collaborative communicator who presents ideas clearly to individuals and groups.

Responsibilities

• Source private label programs by building strong relationships with Agents, Vendors, and Buyers.
• Negotiate pricing and determine strategic order placement based on factory capabilities, delivery, and quality standards.
• Analyze and report complex product data within advanced Excel spreadsheets to support product development decisions.
• Continuously evaluate agent/vendor/factory structures for private label apparel.
• Manage duty-free programs and maintain all required compliance documentation.
• Ensure factories meet organizational standards for garment quality and operational capability.
• Collaborate with Merchants, Managers, and cross-functional teams to execute product vision and ensure timely shipment.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Communication

Office suite

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Location: Framingham, MA (Hybrid: 3 days remote / 2 days onsite)

Position Type: Full-Time, W2 Contract (1-year duration)

Compensation Range: $40 - 45 per hour

Are you a data-savvy sourcing professional looking to drive private label development for a world-class retail organization? Cella is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to join our client's Kids Division, playing a pivotal role in negotiating prices, executing product visions, and driving agent/vendor structures for trend-right apparel.

Responsibilities

• Source private label programs by building strong working relationships with Agents, Vendors, and Buyers.


• Negotiate pricing and determine strategic order placement based on factory capabilities, delivery, and quality standards.


• Analyze and report complex product data within advanced Excel spreadsheets to support product development decisions.


• Continuously evaluate the agent/vendor/factory structure for private label apparel.


• Manage duty-free programs and maintain all required compliance documentation.


• Ensure factories meet organizational standards for garment quality and operational capability.


• Collaborate closely with Merchants, Managers, and cross-functional teams to execute product vision and ensure timely shipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, Finance, or a related field.


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas).


• Strong mathematical and analytical skills with demonstrated experience synthesizing complex data.


• Proficiency across the Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word).


• Exceptional multitasking capabilities with a track record of managing multiple concurrent programs to tight deadlines.


• Collaborative communicator who presents ideas clearly to both individuals and groups.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.