Sourcing Specialist

About us

KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America - Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant, and Talbots. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.

Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.

About the role

The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for assisting in the product development and production function by managing and executing the processes in partnership with the Sourcing Manager, cross functional teams (merchandising, design, tech design etc.) and agent teams. Works closely with the Sourcing Manager, Merchants, Design, TD and Agents/vendors to focus on production ready sample development, costing and executing to deliverables within time and actions.

The impact you can have

• Collaborate and partner with the Sourcing Manager on development ratios ensuring we are following our sourcing strategy.

• Assist with managing receipt flexibility including shifts, chase/agility with agent and market vendors

• Assist with managing the flex PLM part of the garment marketing for all categories

• Assist with all direct communication with Agents and Vendors, including Market Vendors

• Assist sourcing manager with costing and time and actions in conjunction with agents for all vendors

• Manage and track Line Coordination samples.

• Manage product and workflow utilizing Flex PLM

• Provide a high level of customer service to the brand and cross functional partners by consistently building strong and effective partnerships with merchant, design, tech design and planning teams.

You'll bring to the role

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking skills

Benefits

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand's discount policies.

• Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.

• A culture of giving back - local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.*

• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K)*

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Time off - paid time off & holidays*

• Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

This position works in a hybrid model, with three days per week worked in the New Albany, OH location and two days per week worked remotely.

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Location:

LB OH Corp Office-LaneBryant-New Albany, OH 43054

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels. It is our policy in all personnel actions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices. All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business.