Sr. Coordinator, Global Sourcing

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Full Time Ind Contributor Buffalo, NY, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $58,000.00 To $68,000.00 Annually

New Era Cap, LLC. is an international lifestyle brand headquartered in Buffalo, NY with an authentic sports heritage that dates back over 100 years. Best known for being the official on-field cap for MLB, official sideline cap for NFL, and official on-court cap for NBA, New Era Cap is the brand of choice not only for its headwear collection, but also for its accessories and apparel lines for men, women and youth.

The brand is worn as a symbol of self-expression by athletes, artists and some of the most interesting people around the globe. New Era Cap encourages people to truly express their personal style and individuality through its products.

Since 1920, this family-owned business has hired employees who are masters of their craft. We are innovators, architects of culture, experts, and forward thinkers. We demand excellence because we pride ourselves on the quality of our products and the authenticity of our brand.

Interested in working with us? Check out this exciting opportunity at New Era Cap’s Headquarters (HQ) building located in downtown Buffalo, NY. This role is 100% on-site, encouraging employees to collaborate and connect in person five days a week. HQ offers an inviting atmosphere, complete with an on-site café, fitness center, and Flagship store.

The Sr. Coordinator, Global Sourcing plays a critical role in executing New Era's global sourcing and product development strategies across headwear, apparel, and accessories. This position serves as a key link between internal product teams and global supplier partners, supporting the development process from concept through production readiness. Working closely with Merchandising, Design, License Management, Raw Materials, Quality, Planning, Production, Logistics, Social Compliance, and Innovation teams, the Sr.

Coordinator manages seasonal development timelines, oversees sample execution and delivery, supports supplier allocation and costing decisions, validates product quality and construction, and ensures fabrics, trims, and other raw materials are developed and approved before production.

The Global Sourcing team at New Era Cap is responsible for identifying, managing, and optimizing relationships with global suppliers to ensure high-quality, cost-effective materials and production. They partner with cross-functional teams to support product development, maintain supply continuity, and drive efficiency, compliance, and value across the sourcing process.

• Collaborate with Merchandising, Design, License Management, Production, Planning, Logistics, Customer Service, Social Compliance, Quality, Raw Materials, and Innovation teams to execute the end-to-end product development process and Time and Action Calendar (TAC)
• Execute seasonal sourcing and supplier allocation decisions in accordance with the approved global sourcing strategy
• Coordinate product development with global supplier partners across Asia, Africa, and Central and South America, ensuring clear communication of requirements, priorities, and timelines
• Manage the sample development process from initial prototype through production approval, including prototype, fit, sales, strike-off, pre-SMS, and pre-production samples, as applicable
• Ensure Vendor Requests and required product information are accurately entered and maintained in PLM, and that samples are completed, shipped, and delivered on time
• Review samples for quality, construction, workmanship, materials, color, embellishment, and overall execution; communicate clear comments and drive timely corrections with suppliers and internal partners
• Interpret specifications, sourcing tech packs, and design intent, and collaborate with Design and suppliers to maximize product execution while supporting cost and manufacturability objectives
• Analyze supplier quotations and costing information for prototype and commercial reviews; support negotiations to achieve target margins and competitive costs without compromising quality or delivery
• Recommend cost-management actions to address excessive costs, lead times, minimum order quantities, or other development challenges
• Support supplier allocation recommendations using the best overall mix of cost, quality, delivery, capacity, speed,…