Solomon Page | Freelance Sourcing/Production Childrens Apparel and Accessories

1 week ago


new york city brooklyn, United States Solomon Page Full time

We are hiring a sourcing/production expert to join our team for a short-term (up to 6 months) project of transitioning our manufacturing to South Asia and LATAM. The temporary role will report to the Director of Strategic Sourcing and is responsible for day-to-day counter sourcing/product costing/production activities. This person in this position will work closely with cross-functional partners in Product Development, Production and Logistics.


Responsibilities:


  • Manage counter sourcing sample review process and assessments across multiple suppliers and countries. Partner with key decision makers in the process.
  • Collect and analyze costs across multiple suppliers and categories to summarize opportunities
  • Partner closely with Director of Strategic Sourcing to onboard new suppliers based on supplier expectations
  • Collect, assess and manage new supplier onboarding documentation
  • Assist QA department in managing samples process for testing
  • Partner with Planning department to manage production transitions to secondary vendors


Required Qualifications:


  • Minimum of 5-7 years of overseas factory/vendor management experience
  • Experience managing manufacturing/production time and action calendar, key milestones and lead-times
  • Advanced project management skills
  • Experience and confidence in handling direct cost negotiation, import international commercial terms and landed cost fundamentals
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills
  • Excellent Excel and MS Office skills (intermediate a minimum)
  • Self-motivated and adaptable to changing priorities in response to fluid business needs
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Knowledge of HTS commodity codes and duty impacts across categories, fabrications is a plus
  • Prior experience in both soft goods and hard goods preferred.


If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.


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Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.


About Solomon Page


Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.


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