Assistant Sourcing Analyst

At Standard Textile, we’re dedicated to providing comfort and care across generations. Guided by our values, we focus on solutions that serve our customers, support our associates, and strengthen our communities. Since 1940, we’ve remained committed to creating better textiles—delivered seamlessly by experts who care.

The Assistant Sourcing Analyst will support the Sourcing and R&D teams in managing product development activities, organizing samples, maintaining product documentation, and coordinating cross-functional projects. This role serves as a key link between internal stakeholders and global supplier partners, helping ensure the efficient execution of sourcing and development initiatives.

Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, this position will collaborate regularly with team members and business partners across Turkey, India, Pakistan, and China, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a global environment. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented, highly organized individual who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced, and evolving business environment.

• Coordinate sample requests, shipments, and deliveries to support product development and prototyping activities.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and tracking systems for development samples.
• Partner with Sourcing and R&D teams to organize products and materials for laboratory and performance testing.
• Review, summarize, and distribute testing results and laboratory reports to project stakeholders.
• Support product development and sourcing initiatives by managing project timelines, documentation, and follow-up activities.
• Lead projects of varying complexity independently or in collaboration with Sourcing Analysts and cross-functional team members.
• Consolidate outbound shipments to maximize efficiency while monitoring delivery performance and shipment status.
• Coordinate with logistics providers and internal stakeholders to resolve customs clearance issues and shipment delays.
• Manage supplier documentation, onboarding activities, and new vendor setup processes.
• Assist with data collection, reporting, and analysis to support sourcing decisions and project tracking.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between domestic and international team members and supplier partners.

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Textile, fabric, sourcing, product development, or related industry experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across cultures and time zones.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Experience working with international teams, suppliers, or manufacturing partners.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and adapting to changing business priorities.
• Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and a continuous improvement mindset.

• Competitive pay with Career Growth Opportunities
• Full benefits — medical, dental, vision
• Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave
• 401k plan with company match
• “Dress for Your Day” (business casual) Dress Code
• Discount on Standard Textile Products
• Hybrid working environment, both onsite and remote

The hybrid schedule for this role includes in-office work on Tuesdays - Thursdays, and additional onsite days may be required during the training period. Associates are expected to be in the office during this time.

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Standard Textile is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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