What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sourcing Production Manager position at VCNY Home?
Sourcing/Production Manager
This position will serve as a key liaison for day-to-day global sourcing/production operations and for working with cross-functional partners at overseas offices and vendors.
*** Onsite work is required four days a week. ***
We offer:
- A business casual work environment, FREE on-site gym, complimentary shuttle service from Secaucus train station, and remote work on Fridays.
- Heath, Vision & Dental Benefits, Flex spending, Transit, and 401K plan.
Job Description:
- Serve as a key liaison for day-to-day global sourcing operations and work effectively with cross-functional partners at overseas offices and vendors.
- Maintain seasonal production calendar to ensure deadlines are met.
- Negotiation and costing skills; responsible for achieving financial targets for a specific category.
- Maintain product cost updates and communicate with overseas offices regarding requested cost options.
- Align tasks to achieve on-time delivery and quality products for the product approval process.
- Manage and maintain product approval process for specific categories.
- Expedite and monitor sample development progress and alert appropriate partners if delays or problems arise.
- Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency of sourcing processes and present to the manager.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 5 years of experience in sourcing/purchasing roles preferably home textiles or fashion.
- Cost Analysis and Negotiation skills
Skills and Behaviors:
- Production Supervisor / Production assistant experience preferred.
- Ability to juggle various functions at one time but stay focused on the big picture.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be meticulous.
- Ability to work on tasks and job functions independently.
- Ability to build cross-functional relationships.
- Ability to interact with all levels within the organization.
- Ability to work in a demanding environment with a keen sense of urgency.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office
Salary: DOE
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified candidates to apply for this position regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.
