Sourcing Coordinator

Job Description:

Job Description Sourcing at Abercrombie & Fitch oversees the development and bulk production of product from initial design through final delivery. The team helps source the highest quality raw materials, communicates with vendors and suppliers daily, and manages execution and follow-up for a specific product category (denim, knits, etc.). Sourcing Coordinators also ensure the timely delivery of quality, profitable goods. The Sourcing team works closely with both Apparel and Tech Designers, Merchants, and Merchandise Planners to manage product strategy and hit business goals.

This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.

What Will You Be Doing?

Owning the production process, and working directly with our global vendor base to develop our product from initial design through final delivery.

Foster strong relationships with our vendors and factories while collaborating with teams at the Home Office to ensure the timely delivery of high quality, profitable goods.

Managing the Retail Merchandising System (RMS) for commitment/purchase order issuance and maintenance, communicating with external vendors, ordering and tracking incoming samples (requested by PR and Marketing).Maintaining accurate production charts and tools that are consistent with the RMS system.

Communicating and managing any production related issues or opportunities with relevant internal teams.

Assisting with administrative tasks for the department as needed .What Do You Need To Bring?

Bachelor’s Degree or related experience

Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPAEffective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Passion for the A&F Co. Brands Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy

Willingness to be flexible to changing demands and respond to feedback

A strong desire for adventure & curiosity

Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced, structured environment

A collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners to achieve the vision of the brands

Desire to learn & hunger for more!

Company Description Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennia ls with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.

The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie brands and Hollister brands, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites ,  and  & FITCH CO.

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