Senior Developer,Sourcing Job Phoenix area,Arizona USA,Supply Chain/Logistics

Accountabilities:

Manage end-to-end product development:
Coordinate product development activities, including calendar planning, vendor management, product replenishment, and oversight of vendor capabilities.
Maintain development timelines:
Monitor the brand development calendar, identify potential delays or risks early, and work with your manager and stakeholders to implement solutions that keep milestones on track.
Coordinate vendor relationships:
Partner with suppliers to maintain product quality, ensure timely sample execution, resolve issues, and support smooth development workflows.
Execute sourcing strategies:
Translate product development strategies into operational plans, independently manage projects and activities, and coordinate execution with internal teams and external vendors.
Implement and monitor work plans:
Track progress against agreed objectives, prioritize actions, and align with your manager and relevant stakeholders to address changing business needs.
Analyze performance data:
Review internal and vendor performance metrics, generate actionable insights, identify improvement opportunities, and help strengthen supplier capabilities and process efficiency.
Collaborate across functions:
Work with Planning, Global Materials Supply, Logistics, Technical Design, and Quality teams to align development activities with product and business objectives.
Communicate risks and solutions:
Share data-backed recommendations, proactively raise development concerns, and coordinate corrective actions to protect agreed timelines and deliverables.
Drive continuous improvement:
Contribute to broader initiatives that enhance sourcing operations, supply chain systems, and product supply processes.

Requirements:

Relevant industry experience:
At least 3 years of experience in sourcing, with prior experience in the apparel industry preferred.
Product development expertise:
Demonstrated experience with knitted and woven apparel product development, sourcing activities, and vendor management.
Analytical capabilities:
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret performance data, identify trends, and make informed operational decisions.
Problem-solving and process improvement: A proactive approach to identifying challenges, resolving issues, and improving workflows and operational outcomes.
Adaptability and learning agility:
Ability to respond effectively to changing priorities, learn new processes quickly, and remain productive in a dynamic environment.
Communication and collaboration:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
Independent execution and organization:
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize competing demands, and deliver results with appropriate autonomy.
Education:

A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
Language proficiency:
Strong communication skills in both English and Mandarin.
Technical skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Airtable.
Additional technical knowledge:
Familiarity with Smartsheet, Power BI, Tableau, and Power Query is an advantage.
Digital tools:
Experience with digital platforms for product development, workflow management, and process efficiency is highly desirable.
Personal attributes: A genuine interest in products, curiosity, openness to learning, and a collaborative mindset suited to a global working environment.

Benefits:

Opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven business with a focus on creating positive impact in communities around the world.
A diverse and collaborative team environment that values different perspectives and global ways of thinking.
Inclusive workplace culture that supports equal opportunity and values individual contributions.
Workplace flexibility designed to support a healthy balance between professional responsibilities and personal life.
Well-being policies that recognize emotional, physical, and social wellness.
Opportunities to contribute to product innovation, sourcing excellence, and supply chain improvement within the apparel industry.

Senior Developer, Sourcing