Associate Manager Sourcing

Academy Sports • TX

138d

About The Position

Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth.

Requirements

• 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

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

Benefits

• Full time
• Equal Employment Opportunity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees