Hire Resolve’s client is seeking a talented Sourcing Coordinator to join their dynamic team in the Fashion Retail Industry. As a Sourcing Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing the sourcing and procurement process for our company, ensuring that our products are of the highest quality and delivered on time.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the fast and cost effective purchase of finished goods
• Negotiating prices and delivery dates
• Building relationships with Suppliers and Manufacturers
• Understand the workmanship involved and be able to suggest options to change fabric and construction
• Disciplined to ensure that the critical path is met
• Attention to detail as briefs need to be accurately executed, PLM System needs to be up to date
• Trader instincts to ensure the growth of the portfolio
• Negotiation skills Having the ability to negotiate prices and find win-win situations between Buyer and supplier pertaining to styling changes

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in sourcing within the fashion retail industry
• Previous experience in working and communicating directly with overseas suppliers
• Strong administrative including strong written communication skills
• Experience in working in a Manufacturing (or similar) background would be preferred
• Previous experience managing a Sourcing Assistant
• Has traveling experience and is able to travel abroad
• Team player with the ability to upward manage
• Able to build productive relationships with buyers and suppliers
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to multi-task
• Must be solution-focused
• Innovative – work smarter and suggest systems to enable this
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using sourcing software or ERP systems
• Knowledge of sourcing regulations, trade agreements, and customs procedures

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Ashley Feldtmann, Rebecca Grylls, or Thomas Stacey at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn

You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV:  *****@*****.co.za

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.