About us

KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant, and Talbots. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.

About the role

The Sourcing Operations System Specialist is responsible for supporting the entire KnitWell Group family of brands by collaborating with internal and cross-functional IT partners to support business process and system solutions.

The impact you can have

• Provide initial support for brand user system and process questions
• Support configuration-based system enhancements; help to design and implement solutions that support business initiatives and objectives
• Participate in writing test plans and test scripts that validate system functions across product development systems
• General system administration : adding values to validation lists, creating system views, and setting up seasonal objects
• Participate in training and development activities
• Provide cross-functional support as needed
• Support projects based on business initiatives
• Gather and document business requirements for system enhancements

You’ll bring to the role

• Experience of 1-3 years
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build strong cross-functional/cross-brand relationships
• Customer focused – team player/collaborator who can also work independently; demonstrated ability to work with a variety of associates in various levels of the organizations
• Strong Proficiency in computer skills: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Knowledge of PLM systems (Bamboo Rose, FlexPLM) a plus

Benefits at KnitWell Group

• Merchandise discount at our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Ann Taylor, LOFT, & Lane Bryant (in store and online) 
• Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities*
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement* 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Time off – paid time off & holidays*

*Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role. 

This position works in a hybrid model, with three days per week worked in the New Albany, OH location and two days per week worked remotely. 

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Location:

Corporate ascena – Remote

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels. It is our policy in all personnel actions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices. All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business.