What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Sourcing Manager position at Dallas Mavericks?
Job Summary:
The Dallas Mavericks are in search of a motivated and experienced strategic product sourcing manager that will work closely with personnel on the brand and marketing team, and service all departments within the organization. The promotional sourcing manager must have an extensive background in product sourcing, management and buying strategy. They must possess an expert level skillset in buying and operations and be able to translate those skills into the product sourcing role. Their attention to detail and ability to implement brand guidelines into all projects, then be able to provide detailed, in-depth analytics on all projects quarterly is essential. Passion for environmentally conscious sourcing and unbiased supplier selection to support all DEI company initiatives is key. Ability to research potential vendors without persuasion for product selection is important. Passion for relevant, trend conscious product ideation is a must; in addition, a high level of innovation to take our brand to the next level. They must also be well versed in converting the vision of the brand team into high quality products while maintaining a collaborative spirit within all departments to elevate our brand.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- The Strategic Sourcing Manager reports to the Director of Brand Identity
- Translation of individual department needs into multiple ideas for quality product presentations.
- Ability to manage, procure, and communicate product budgets, item quality, environmentally conscious products (when applicable), proactive timeline, brand alignment, and operations for all internal project needs.
- Track quarterly spend and project analytics by DEI vendor categories and by department.
- Ensure brand consistency and elevation throughout all projects start to finish.
- Maintain professional relationships while managing external vendors and internal customers.
- Lend a unique voice to the brand team to continue to elevate our brand.
- Collaborate with the Brand team, merchandise team and marketing team on product launches.
- Provide constructive and continual timely feedback on projects to all parties involved.
- Communicate effectively across all internal departments and external vendors.
- Own and lead internal product initiatives from start to finish.
- Ensure creative execution of the highest quality: delivering projects that meet or exceed brand expectations and standards.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Proven track record of working within strict budgets and the ability to negotiate with vendors.
- Excellent at color matching and translating colors between rgb, cmyk, pms, hex and thread.
- An established sense of layout hierarchy, spacing and color strategy for all end uses.
- Full understanding of embroidery files, print executions, logo applications, fabrications, etc.
- In depth knowledge of sourcing, costs, MSRP, managing an open-to-buy, understanding shipping processes, then the difference between retail quality vs. promotional quality.
- Excellent sense of fashion and understands fashion forecasting with detailed background in fashion design, fabrications, and textiles.
- Understanding some projects are extremely confidential among the brand team members and not allowed to be communicated to other internal teams until specified date.
- Instrumental in maintaining, elevating, and implementing brand standards across entire organization.
- Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills with ability to communicate ideas from concept to execution.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Highly innovative. Constantly up to date with the latest technology, trends, and environmentally conscious products and processes.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software – Adobe suite a bonus.
- Ability to manage multiple projects with a deliberate pace, then communicate ever changing priorities and deadlines both internally and to vendors.
- Proofread copy and check accuracy of owned projects.
- Ability to accept constructive feedback and react with positive results in team meetings.
- Self-motivated, proactive, highly focused on the task at hand while working quickly and accurately with positivity, often in a collaborative environment.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred. B.A. or B.F.A. in graphic design, fashion design, visual communications, merchandising, trend forecasting, social responsibility, or related field
- 5 years minimum experience in retail or promotional goods buying.
- Efficient and skilled in Microsoft Office, Outlook
- Experience, knowledge and ability to work in Illustrator and Photoshop preferred.
- Passion for sports encouraged with an acute sense of high impact product.
- Obsessed with sneaker culture, trends, and luxury brands.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
Job Type: Full-time
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