Manhead

Procurement

• Assist the Sourcing Manager in collaborating with the Brand Management and Creative teams to source client requested items, including both accessories and custom apparel.
• Assist and support the Production team with placing orders for accessories during high volume periods and managing general production needs.
• Place orders for blank samples and enter POs into NetSuite for requests from Brand Managers, including samples for internal review or client presentations.
• Additionally responsible for collecting and submitting blank tracking information from distributors and direct suppliers to print partners throughout the production process.
• Assist in gathering and submitting sample tracking information from distributors and direct suppliers for internal and client use.
• Assist with sending quote request emails to vendors during high volume periods, following direction on specifications, and accurately enter received quotes into QR and master sheets.
• Research and expand the vendor roster to fulfill unique or specialized sourcing requests, utilizing SAGE and other sourcing platforms to identify reliable suppliers and maintain quality standards.
• Update the Monday.com production board as new art setup requests are submitted, ensuring accurate tracking and visibility for the team.
• Assist in developing production strategies and techniques to meet client budgets and timelines, including obtaining and delivering quotes promptly across departments and sales channels.
• Monitor samples from overseas vendors and confirm production turnaround schedules, maintaining project specific calendars for sampling, bulk production, and quality assurance.
• Troubleshoot production and scheduling issues as they arise.
• Assist in onboarding new supplier partners to improve production strategies, timelines, and margins.
• Evaluate partner production standards and practices to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Support vendor negotiations to achieve competitive pricing.
• Meet with vendors regularly to maintain strong partnerships, addressing communication, pricing, and other key operational matters.
• Maintain interdepartmental communication to ensure all processes run effectively and efficiently.
• Work closely with the Finance team to ensure accurate and timely capture of purchasing and sales-related transactions.

Production and Sourcing Assistant