Global Sourcing Specialist

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RSupport Center - Irving The Global Sourcing Specialist will play a significant role in supporting the Global Sourcing Manager to execute private brand sourcing strategies and meet the financial goals established by the company for assigned product categories.
** Major Activities
*** Support the Global Sourcing Manager to implement Private Brand Sourcing strategies to achieve company and assigned category business objectives.
* Support the Global Sourcing Manager for the growth of private label through effective collaboration with internal and external partners.
* Collect data and conduct analysis for projects including RFP.
* Monitor project timeline and alert appropriate partners if delays or problems arise.
* Support Global Sourcing Managers on cost negotiation by collecting data from different sources.
* Support the Global Sourcing Manager in relaying shortages and delivery issues to merchant and inventory team.
* Validate the vendor setup paperwork and ensure vendor set up in system successfully.
* Manage quote sheets and item setup process with cross functional partners to ensure accurate and timely execution.
* Serve as a key liaison for day-to-day global sourcing operations and work effectively with cross-functional partners at overseas offices and vendors.
* Help Sourcing Manager to coordinate cross-functional meetings while providing required documentations, for meetings such as transition meetings, and vendor visits.
* Other duties as assigned
** Minimum Education
*** Bachelor’s degree
** Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires
*** Minimum 18-month office work or a college degree in retail, supply chain and international trade.
** Other
* ** Excel, Word and PowerPoint Skills are required.
* Ability to multitask and shift priorities
* Strong communication (written and verbal) and attention to detail
* Ability to thrive in a fast paced and constantly evolving environment
** Preferred Special Certifications or Technical Skills
*** Intermedium level of Excel/PowerPoint Skills
** Preferred Type of Experience the Job Requires
*** The experience with a major retailer, brand or product development/sourcing company in a sourcing, production, buying or product development role is preferred
** Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.
** At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online  Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative.

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At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit .
** Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all*
* ** customers*
* ** to create, innovate and be better together.
*** Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at (1800-MICHAEL).
*** We put people first
**** We do the right thing
**** We’re always improving our craft
**** We hold ourselves accountable
**** We’re better together
** At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit .At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration.

As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online  Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative.

For more information, please visit.
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