Academy Sports + Outdoors · 3 days ago
Associate Manager Sourcing
Katy, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expAcademy Sports + Outdoors is a company that values hard work, commitment, and growth. They are seeking an Associate Manager Sourcing to manage the import PO placement process, collaborate with various stakeholders, and support sourcing strategy while ensuring supplier relationships are maintained effectively.
E-CommerceSports
Responsibilities
Responsible for the Import PO placement process working with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy and timeliness
Collaborate with Suppliers, Merchants and other stakeholders to manage and control non-conforming Purchase Orders and ensuring OTB Accuracy
Manage Purchase Order shift requests to assist on the achievement of assigned product sales plans
Attend vendor and cross functional meetings and prepare necessary materials as required
Partner with Product Development, Merchants, Import Logistics, Quality Assurance, Vendor Compliance and other departments to ensure supplier's questions and concerns are resolved timely and completely
Document and review monthly KPI's; assist in developing/ implementing corrective action plans
Develop technical knowledge of related product categories including but not limited to: construction, production cycles and lead-time requirements, industry standards and sourcing strategies
Support supplier/factory set ups
Lead supplier on-boarding and training process for assigned products
Manage and maintain supplier relationships to achieve desired company goals
Assist in the documentation of Standard Operating Procedures
Support sourcing strategy
Develop a thorough understanding of Academy policies, procedures and safety rules
Duties may change; team members may be required to perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
3+ years of related work experience
2+ years of Sourcing, Product Development, Buying, Planning or Production Management experience
Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study or equivalent years of related work experience required
Strong interpersonal, written, verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required to meet multiple deadlines in frequently changing environment
Ability to analyze, articulate, and solve problems and concepts to make effective business decisions
Responds positively to change, embracing and using new practices or values to accomplish goals and solve problems
Ability to understand and execute strategic plans
Knowledge of Import logistics, Customs and Factory Compliance
Ability to measure and analyze performance using key performance indicators
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; emphasis on Power Point and Excel
Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
Ability to work flexible hours such as evening, weekends, and holidays as necessary
Company
Academy Sports + Outdoors
At Academy Sports + Outdoors, we believe in the power of fun. And we believe in helping our customers have more of it.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2020-10-01IPO
2011-05-31Acquired
Leadership Team
Steven Lawrence
Chief Executive Officer
Carl Ford
EVP, Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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