Williams-Sonoma, Inc. ยท 2 months ago
Associate Sourcing Manager, Textiles - Pottery Barn Kids
151 Union Street, San Francisco, CA, 94111, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$75K/yr - $80K/yr
2+ years expWilliams-Sonoma, Inc. is seeking an Associate Sourcing Manager for Pottery Barn Kids to assist in developing and implementing sourcing strategies for assigned product categories. The role involves collaborating with design teams and suppliers, managing sourcing processes, and ensuring product quality and timely delivery.
Retail
No H1B
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the design team and overseas offices/suppliers in assigned category(s) to:
Execute creative designs
Ensure product quality
Meet on-time delivery
Support speed to market
Maximize profitability
Minimize risk, e.g., diversifying country and supplier placement
Understand the global landscape and opportunities
Implement a product sourcing strategy in the assigned category(s) appropriate for each source region considering such factors as:
1. Country competencies
2. Supplier capabilities, capacities, and growth plans
3. Country and vendor risk
Partner with the design team during the development process to identify source markets and suppliers for requested materials, finishes, and products in the assigned product category(s)
Manage sourcing processes and procedures in the assigned category(s) to successfully execute and deliver WSI products on time, which meet the design, quality, and value mission. This should include the following:
1. Vendor Research and Development - Capabilities, capacity, and growth plans
2. Material Research and Development
3. Comparative Studies - Products, costs, and risk
4. Cost Negotiations based on parameters from merchandising
5. Production placement and reservations - (based on information from planning and merchandising)
Troubleshoot seasonal product issues related to the development
Focus efforts on the management of core and top seasonal investments
Update and maintain accurate product information via our PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system
Partners with overseas offices and suppliers in managing the assigned category(s)
A close working partnership with buyers, design, and inventory
Coordinates with all support areas on new developments: QA, Engineering, Testing, Inspections, Packaging, and Inventory
Close coordination with overseas offices, suppliers, and service providers
Qualification
Required
4+ years of college education (BA/BS)
Minimum 2-year experience in offshore sourcing, buying/merchandising in a retail or manufacturing organization
Strong knowledge of sourcing markets
Travel required
This role requires being onsite in the San Francisco office
Benefits
A generous discount on all WSI brands
A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
Tax-free commuter benefits
A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
Resources for self-development
Advisor (Mentor) program
Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series
Company
Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the home.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Marta Benson
CEO Pottery Barn Brands
Jeff Howie
Chief Financial Officer
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