Associate Raw Material Sourcing CONTRACTOR (PT/FT) Full-time - Los Angeles, CA - Buck Mason : Job Details

Associate Raw Material Sourcing CONTRACTOR (PT/FT) Full-time - Los Angeles, CA

Buck Mason

Job Location : Los Angeles,CA, USA

Posted on : 2024-12-18T08:13:34Z

Job Description :
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Work with mills and overseas vendors on seasonal fabric development by communicating directly with mills and providing support to sourcing team.
  • Assist the Fabric R&D process by translating design direction into fabric requirement and relate fabric requirements to mills.
  • Own sourcing processes across assigned categories and collaboratively support seasonal product development process and timelines by managing mill selection, fabric quality, costing, lead times, and MOQs.
  • Provide continuous communication with design/PD to ensure collaboration/alignment throughout the development process.
  • Drive and influence continuous process improvements & opportunities to help improve efficiencies and profitability within the department.
  • Understanding of product costs to be able to identify price distortions and engage cross functional partners for solutions.
  • Negotiate price with domestic and overseas suppliers based on market fluctuations and quantities.
  • Drive cross-functional calendar adherence and alert cross-functional partners on calendar implications should deliverables be missed.
  • Build/maintain the fabric library to ensure all fabrics are brand/price appropriate.
  • Manage receipt of new fabrics, present to Design, and file accordingly.
  • Maintain and review records of fabric developed, cost, delivery, & fabric/mill performance.
  • Filing, data entry, and organizing on a daily basis.
  • Proactive management of potential issues; driving to resolution with cross functional teams.Requirements/Qualifications:
    • Minimum 3 years of experience in global strategic sourcing or procurement including raw material selection, supplier selection, management; relevant experience in a textile/PD or mill-related background is preferred.
    • Possess technical knowledge of yarns, fabrics, dyeing, printing, finishing, and finished goods manufacturing processes.
    • Previous experience/exposure to international factories/vendors required.
    • Demonstrated ability to collaboratively manage multiple projects across categories, commodities, and suppliers.
    • Understanding of product construction and costing.
    • Ability to work independently to deliver results and influence stakeholders internally and externally.
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills & understanding of design fabric intent. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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