Job Summary
Hire Resolve's client is seeking a talented Sourcing Coordinator to join their dynamic team in the Fashion Retail Industry. As a Sourcing Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing the sourcing and procurement process for our company, ensuring that our products are of the highest quality and delivered on time.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the fast and cost effective purchase of finished goods
- Negotiating prices and delivery dates
- Building relationships with Suppliers and Manufacturers
- Understand the workmanship involved and be able to suggest options to change fabric and construction
- Disciplined to ensure that the critical path is met
- Attention to detail as briefs need to be accurately executed, PLM System needs to be up to date
- Trader instincts to ensure the growth of the portfolio
- Negotiation skills – Having the ability to negotiate prices and find win-win situations between Buyer and supplier pertaining to styling changes
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in sourcing within the fashion retail industry
- Previous experience in working and communicating directly with overseas suppliers
- Strong administrative including strong written communication skills
- Experience in working in a Manufacturing (or similar) background would be preferred
- Previous experience managing a Sourcing Assistant
- Has traveling experience and is able to travel abroad
- Team player with the ability to upward manage
- Able to build productive relationships with buyers and suppliers
- Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to multi-task
- Must be solution-focused
- Innovative - work smarter and suggest systems to enable this
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using sourcing software or ERP systems
- Knowledge of sourcing regulations, trade agreements, and customs procedures
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Ashley Feldtmann, Rebecca Grylls, or Thomas Stacey at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: logistics@hireresolve.za.comWe will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.