Associate Global Sourcing Manager

Support Center

• Irving

The Associate Sourcing Manager 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 growth of private label through effective collaboration with internal and external partners.

• Collect data and conduct analysis for projects including RFP, category/classification, and vendor analysis, to support sourcing operations.

• Monitor sample approval process and alert appropriate partners if delays or problems arise.

• Support cost negotiation.

• Support the Global Sourcing Manager in relaying shortages and delivery issues to merchant and inventory team.

• Support Global Sourcing Manager by reviewing QC issues with cross-functional teams and advise outcome to vendor.

• Manage the vendor setup process including reviewing the vendor setup paperwork

• 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.

• Organize cross-functional meetings while providing information preparation and analysis, for meetings such as transition meetings, vendor matrix review meeting, and vendor visits.

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education

• • Bachelor's degree

Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires

• 2+ years of experience with a major retailer, brand or product development/sourcing company in a sourcing, production, buying or product development role

Other

• Intermediate to Advanced Excel Skills are required

• Ability to multitask and shift priorities

• Strong communication (written and verbal) and attention to detail

• Strong analytical skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast paced and constantly evolving environment

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

To review a comprehensive list of benefits, please visit Michaels Benefits (MIKBenefits.com)

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• To review pay ranges for the position you are applying for, please visit Michaels Pay Ranges

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For 50 years, Michaels has been the best place for all things creative. We strive to inspire our customers, cultivate confident leaders, and serve our communities by fostering an inclusive environment for everyone to learn, shop, and create. At Michaels, everyone has a seat at our craft table and every Team Member is encouraged to hone their craft with opportunities for personal and professional growth. From our Stores and Distribution Centers to Artistree and our Support Center, our best-in-class team is committed to delivering on our purpose to fuel the joy of creativity. As the leading creative destination in North America, we operate over 1,290 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, and MakerPlace by Michaels, a dedicated handmade goods marketplace.

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all Makers to create, innovate and be better together.

Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).

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