Global Sourcing Specialist
Michael's Inc, Irving, TX, United States
Global Sourcing Specialist
The Global Sourcing Specialist will play a significant role in supporting the Global Sourcing Manager to execute private brand sourcing strategies and meet the financial goals established by the company for assigned product categories.
Major Activities
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 effective collaboration with internal and external partners.
Collect data and conduct analysis for projects including RFP.
Monitor project timeline and alert appropriate partners if delays or problems arise.
Support Global Sourcing Managers on cost negotiation by collecting data from different sources.
Support the Global Sourcing Manager in relaying shortages and delivery issues to merchant and inventory team.
Validate the vendor setup paperwork and ensure vendor set up in system successfully.
Manage quote sheets and item setup process with cross functional partners to ensure accurate and timely execution.
Serve as a key liaison for day-to-day global sourcing operations and work effectively with cross-functional partners at overseas offices and vendors.
Help Sourcing Manager to coordinate cross-functional meetings while providing required documentations, for meetings such as transition meetings, and vendor visits.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree
Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires
Minimum 18-month office work or a college degree in retail, supply chain and international trade.
Other
Excel, Word and PowerPoint Skills are required.
Ability to multitask and shift priorities
Strong communication (written and verbal) and attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a fast paced and constantly evolving environment
Preferred Special Certifications or Technical Skills
Intermediate level of Excel/PowerPoint Skills
Preferred Type of Experience the Job Requires
The experience with a major retailer, brand or product development/sourcing company in a sourcing, production, buying or product development role is preferred
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.
At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit www.michaels.com.
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.
The Global Sourcing Specialist will play a significant role in supporting the Global Sourcing Manager to execute private brand sourcing strategies and meet the financial goals established by the company for assigned product categories.
Major Activities
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 effective collaboration with internal and external partners.
Collect data and conduct analysis for projects including RFP.
Monitor project timeline and alert appropriate partners if delays or problems arise.
Support Global Sourcing Managers on cost negotiation by collecting data from different sources.
Support the Global Sourcing Manager in relaying shortages and delivery issues to merchant and inventory team.
Validate the vendor setup paperwork and ensure vendor set up in system successfully.
Manage quote sheets and item setup process with cross functional partners to ensure accurate and timely execution.
Serve as a key liaison for day-to-day global sourcing operations and work effectively with cross-functional partners at overseas offices and vendors.
Help Sourcing Manager to coordinate cross-functional meetings while providing required documentations, for meetings such as transition meetings, and vendor visits.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree
Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires
Minimum 18-month office work or a college degree in retail, supply chain and international trade.
Other
Excel, Word and PowerPoint Skills are required.
Ability to multitask and shift priorities
Strong communication (written and verbal) and attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a fast paced and constantly evolving environment
Preferred Special Certifications or Technical Skills
Intermediate level of Excel/PowerPoint Skills
Preferred Type of Experience the Job Requires
The experience with a major retailer, brand or product development/sourcing company in a sourcing, production, buying or product development role is preferred
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.
At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit www.michaels.com.
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.