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Cella · 16 hours ago

Sourcing Specialist (Hybrid)

Framingham, MA

Contract

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$35/hr - $40/hr

Cella is seeking a highly organized and communicative Sourcing Specialist to serve as a critical link between global supply chain partners and internal retail stakeholders. The role focuses on optimizing production efficiency, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of products while balancing quality, price, and speed-to-market.

Content MarketingDigital MarketingInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Optimized Order Placement: Assist in making data-driven recommendations for order placement by evaluating factory capacity, quality standards, competitive pricing, and lead times

Capability Assessment: Assist in assessing factory capabilities to ensure they align with product requirements and corporate standards

Risk Management: Proactively identify potential supply chain disruptions and partner with stakeholders to develop mitigation strategies and realize desired outcomes

Margin Optimization: Support the Sourcing Manager in price negotiations to achieve the best possible margins without compromising product integrity

Stakeholder Partnership: Build and maintain positive, productive relationships with both overseas vendors and internal merchant teams

Effective Inquiry: Practice active listening and engage in respectful, timely communication; ask critical questions to ensure clarity and alignment across the supply chain

Global Coordination: Manage daily correspondence with overseas offices and agents, ensuring all parties are updated on production shifts or requirements

Timeline Accountability: Keep the cross-functional team aligned with the "Time and Action" calendar, working closely with Product Development to prevent delays

Weekly Audits: Perform rigorous weekly production tracking to guarantee 100% on-time delivery

Compliance Oversight: Help ensure all new and existing vendors meet rigorous corporate compliance and ethical sourcing requirements

Advanced Excel Analysis: Execute heavy data entry and reporting. Mandatory proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables) is required to manage complex production matrices

Qualification

Microsoft ExcelSupply Chain ManagementData AnalysisNegotiationRelationship BuildingDetail OrientationAnalytical ThinkingProactive CommunicationCommunication Skills