Sourcing Specialist - A&F Co.

Abercrombie and Fitch Co.•Columbus, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Sourcing team oversees the development and bulk production of product from initial design through final delivery. By sourcing the highest quality raw materials, communicating with vendors daily, and managing execution and follow-up for a specific product category in one of our brands, our Sourcing team ensures the timely delivery of quality, profitable goods. The Sourcing Specialist works closely with Tech Design, Merchandising, and Merchandise Planning to manage product strategy and hit business goals. This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience preferred
5+ years of experience in Production/Sourcing, preferably with experience/exposure to Licensed, Denim, or Baby/Toddler/Kids product
Previous experience/exposure to international factories/vendors required, Asia/Subcontinent preferred.
Ability to evaluate a factory's capabilities/capacity to ensure successful long-term growth. Excellent communication, presentation, and multi-tasking skills, and experience managing cross functional teams.
A strong desire for adventure & curiosity.
Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced, structured environment.
Desire to learn & hunger for more!

Responsibilities

Maintaining and developing vendor relationships to ensure key partnerships for future growth.
Providing direct communication and support to vendors daily
Working closely with production managers to monitor schedule and delivery.
Evaluating weekly Work in Progress (WIP) report to troubleshoot production issues and assist merchant team in identifying issues.
Maintaining production on order tools.
Working with Production Coordinator to execute RMS system.
Following up on all submits and samples and communicating comments to overseas offices/agents.
Managing raw material submits and testing.
Collaborating on fabric development to identify sourcing strategy and needs.
Negotiating costs as needed.

Benefits

Incentive bonus program
401(K) savings plan with company match
Annual companywide review process
Flexible spending accounts
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Associate assistance program
Paid parental and adoption leave
Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
Paid Caregiver Leave
Mobile Stipend
Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year)
Seven associate wellness half days per year
Merchandise discount on all of our brands
Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!