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Assoc, Sourcing - WHBM (Knits)

Job Details

Job Ref:
10247
Brand:
White House Black Market
Category:
Global Sourcing
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
11215 Metro Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL

With approximately 1,300 boutiques and outlets throughout the U.S., as well as an online presence for each of our brands, it takes sophisticated technology, resources and infrastructure to ensure the continued success of our businesses. From finance and accounting to technology and merchandising careers, we have diverse opportunities available for talented professionals to join our team of nearly 16,000 associates who share our commitment to excellence.


Position Objective

This position is responsible for managing the development and sourcing process from supplier allocation through to product delivery. This position works closely with key partners to deliver on the brand vision and value proposition throughout the process.


Functional Responsibilities

• Drives product execution ensuring styles are allocated to and received from suppliers with target cost, and delivery commitment information.

• Assists in engineering and resolution of any cost challenges - working with suppliers on challenges and communicating to key partners with a goal of resolving prior to milestone meetings.

• Reviews and evaluates supplier time & action calendars.

• Troubleshoots and resolves any issues pertaining to production or delivery.

• Assists in the management of all development samples and submits.

• Partners with leader on the on-boarding of new suppliers/countries/factories.

• Drives product execution ensuring styles are allocated to and received from suppliers with target cost, and delivery commitment information. ​

• Assists in the organization of supplier meetings at NSSC.

• Establishes and cultivates strong relationships with all internal and external partners.

• Other duties as assigned.
This position may be found in multiple brands. Some duties may vary from brand to brand


Education

Preferred BA/BS


Required Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in production/ sourcing environment within apparel; 3 + years preferred

• Costing experience preferred

• Excellent organizational and communication skills

• Excellent in Microsoft office suite; emphasis in Excel

• Exposure to FlexPLM or comparable software, preferred


Chico’s FAS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

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About Chico’s FAS

Chico's FAS, Inc., through its retail brands – Chico's, White House Black Market, and Soma, is a leading women's omni-channel specialty retailer of private branded, sophisticated, casual-to-dressy clothing, intimates, complementary accessories, and other non-clothing items. Under the Chico’s, White House Black Market, and Soma names, the company employs nearly 20,000 Associates, and operates over 1,400 stores and retail outlets throughout the U.S. and Canada, as well as an online presence for each of our brands.