Sourcing Coordinator - Fashion Retail Industry
Hire Resolve
Cape Town, Western Cape
Permanent
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Posted 18 June 2024

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Job Description

Hire Resolve's client is seeking a talented Sourcing Coordinator to join their dynamic team in the Fashion Retail Industry. As a Sourcing Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing the sourcing and procurement process for our company, ensuring that our products are of the highest quality and delivered on time.

Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for the fast and cost effective purchase of finished goods
  • Negotiating prices and delivery dates
  • Building relationships with Suppliers and Manufacturers
  • Understand the workmanship involved and be able to suggest options to change fabric and construction
  • Disciplined to ensure that the critical path is met
  • Attention to detail as briefs need to be accurately executed, PLM System needs to be up to date
  • Trader instincts to ensure the growth of the portfolio
  • Negotiation skills – Having the ability to negotiate prices and find win-win situations between Buyer and supplier pertaining to styling changes

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in sourcing within the fashion retail industry
  • Previous experience in working and communicating directly with overseas suppliers
  • Strong administrative including strong written communication skills
  • Experience in working in a Manufacturing (or similar) background would be preferred
  • Previous experience managing a Sourcing Assistant
  • Has traveling experience and is able to travel abroad
  • Team player with the ability to upward manage
  • Able to build productive relationships with buyers and suppliers
  • Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Must be solution-focused
  • Innovative - work smarter and suggest systems to enable this
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using sourcing software or ERP systems
  • Knowledge of sourcing regulations, trade agreements, and customs procedures


Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

  • Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
  • Apply for this role today, contact Ashley Feldtmann, Rebecca Grylls, or Thomas Stacey at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV:  [email protected]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.