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Sourcing Assistant
Chico's FAS, Inc.
Fort Myers, FL, United States
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Sourcing Assistant -Activewear
Global Sourcing
Fort Myers, FL
It's our 35th Anniversary and we keep getting better with age!
Doing what you love in a place you love with people you trust? Yes. At Chico's FAS, you can have it all. A career in fashion retail where you will feel inspired and encouraged to be your best and be yourself every day. A place where values and guiding principles are more than just a sign on the wall. An environment that cultivates and champions career growth. Through our focus on servant leadership, mentoring programs, customer service and philanthropic involvement, we find ways to make a difference every day. We care about each other, our customers and our community. Headquartered in Southwest Florida, Chico's FAS is a family of Three Amazing Brands, surrounded by beautiful sunny beaches. Ready to join us? Read on.
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
This position is primarily responsible for assisting and supporting all functions within the Sourcing department including, but not limited to, the tracking and follow up of all sourcing related matters.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Maintains ongoing and regular communication with vendor contacts including resolution of delivery issues with vendor base.
• Obtains accurate factory profiles from the vendors and partners with Corporate Compliance to ensure vendor files are current
• Maintains weekly vendor Time & Action information in Sourcing WIP tracking and; alerts team on milestones and deadlines
• Reviews delivery and production issues/options with the merchants/designers as they arise.
• Monitors shipment receipts through logistics and review Final Audit reports on all shipments; ensures Purchase Orders are issued and updated in an accurate and timely manner.
• Tracks and submits requests for all photo, web, and public relations samples.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in Business/International Business or related field preferred
• 1+ years in a production/sourcing environment within the apparel industry
• Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel, email, and production tracking software, i.e. Gerber or PDS.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and organizational skills Entrepreneurial spirit and passion for apparel business and ability to work effectively as a team player
• Ability to travel if needed (up to 10% of the time)