Sourcing Specialist
Qurate Retail Group
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: West Chester • New Jersey • Pennsylvania • United States
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About the role
- Work closely with Sourcing Manager, Design and Development throughout our ongoing development process
- Identify sourcing partners and suppliers in collaboration with the Sourcing Manager
- Assist Sourcing Manager in fabric and trim development processes
- Review costing sheets for accuracy
- Challenge and negotiate costings to meet Merchant's target prices
- Manage reorder negotiations and allocations with overseas offices
- Collaborate with Sourcing Specialists to include new and reorders in materials management
- Ensure sampling process follows timelines
- Manage coordination of styles through product development process
- Build relationships with suppliers to streamline operations
- Participate in vendor education as identified by the business
- Ensure suppliers adhere to T&A calendar and quality standards
- Define and address problems that impact operations
- Collaboratively update appropriate team members
- Increase collaboration with support teams within QVC
Requirements
- Experience working in a fast paced environment
- Familiarity with Microsoft platforms like Outlook and Excel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
- Parental leave
- Paid volunteer hours
- Amazing company discounts
- Health care benefits starting on day 1
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement benefits
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Soft skills
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