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SOURCING ASISTANT (CORPORATE)

Job Overview

The Sourcing Assistant is a full-time position who plays a vital role in supporting our team by handling administrative tasks related to strategic sourcing, production planning and price negotiation, etc.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Put together mill & factory allocation for sampling & bulk order
• Keep supplier & vendor list up to date
• Track H&A yardages & distribute to corresponding brand managers for review
• Assist in organizing fabric matrix and Placement plan
• Gather price quotes & fabric specs, constantly update fabric matrix and inform cross-functional team if any updates
• Generate greige commitments & keep track on grieges
• Organize & set up sourcing meeting schedule
• Develop new trims and managing the development process from sample to production, including approval and testing
• Maintain trim libraries and databases, ensuring accurate information on trim specifications and costs

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Up to 2 years work experience in related role
• Knowledge in Knit & Woven Fabrics & Trims
• Have a keen eye for colors and pass the Munsell color test.
• Must be detail-oriented, have strong organizational skills and able to multitask
• Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill
• Knowledge in PLM is a plus

About Garan, Inc.

Garan Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway. Since its founding in the early 1940s, Garan has been a leading supplier of Childrenswear, Ladieswear, and Menswear through both National Branded and Private Label Apparel. Garan is best known for Garanimals ® and 365 Kids from Garanimals ®, today found exclusively at Walmart.

The primary mission at Garan is the manufacturing of low cost, high-quality products that reflect great value for our customers. All of this is done with an emphasis on social & ethical compliance, as well as environmental awareness that incorporates some of the latest sustainable efforts in apparel manufacturing today.

Garan has manufacturing offices around the world, with global headquarters located in New York City. The company owns and operates factories in El Salvador and Honduras as well as four U.S.-based Distribution Centers. Throughout Asia, Garan also has long-running strategic partnerships with some of the largest mills and garment producers in the region.

Garan is committed to offering an inclusive, safe, and positive workplace.

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