Assistant Sourcing Manager - Knits

As the Assistant Sourcing Manger, you’ll partner closely with sourcing leadership to support the end-to-end product lifecycle—from development through production while building strong vendor partnerships and driving cost, quality, and timing success.

This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who is eager to learn, grow, and make an impact in a fast-paced, collaborative retail environment.

• Support sourcing programs, including cost analysis, negotiations, and vendor communication
• Assist in managing time & action calendars to ensure on-time product delivery
• Partner with cross-functional teams to track prototypes, samples, and development milestones
• Help evaluate and onboard suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance
• Monitor vendor performance and help resolve issues related to quality, pricing, or timelines
• Coordinate fabric and trim development, tracking samples and submissions
• Maintain systems and tools (e.g., Centric) and ensure accurate product data
• Participate in meetings and provide updates on development and sample status
• Build foundational knowledge of sourcing strategy, cost drivers, and production timelines 

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Apparel Merchandising, Business, or related field
• 0–2 years of experience sourcing, product development, or supply chain
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and follow-through
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a dynamic environment
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office; exposure to PLM tools a plus