Procurement Specialist

Title: Procurement Specialist: Retail/Fashion background Location: Columbus, OH Contract Length: 3 + months – likely to extend Pay Rate: $30 - 33.75 per hour on W2 Overall Job Summary Russell Tobin is seeking a Procurement Specialist. This is an individual contributor responsible for owning the end-to-end order management process for multiple brand channels , inclusive of article creation, upload and maintenance of purchase orders, issue resolution in conjunction with the offshore team, on-order reporting, and delivery tracking. Additionally, the individual contributor is responsible for tactical cross-functional communication and issue resolution with regional partners and on-order monitoring, tracking, and reporting. Engages with supervisor and, with time in role, different levels of leadership on production status, issue resolution, and liability/dispute management. Manages day-to-day activities with some interaction from supervisor but is able to prioritize and organize autonomously after fully onboarded into the role. Qualifications 1–3 years of experience in a related role At least one internship experience in a corporate environment preferred Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; proven Excel skills required Purchase Order Management Detail-oriented with strong multitasking and organizational skills Strong work ethic Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Background in retail/fasion industry experience Responsibilities Order Management Initiate POs Manage on-order reporting Review, respond to, and determine impact from weekly OSR; audit monthly Maintain delivery tracking Track dye and cut dates Direct offshore COMs team to enter data into Mainframe and SAP Follow up on Planning requests to adjust on-order Manage COMs/issue resolution related to on-order and articles Complete value-added services Manage tactical problem solving related to on-order with cross-functional peers Ability to filter what needs to be elevated for issue resolution versus what can be resolved at this level. Review all liabilities and interpret straightforward liabilities Ensure timely receipt of liability confirmation post order placement Manage liability reporting Communicate liabilities to the brand Manage commitment contract/raw material reconciliation Capacity Planning Ensure timely on-order accuracy Manage and report out commitments without POs Production Planning Support CGL creation and maintenance Adhere to order schedule and update necessary tracking documents for cross-functional alignment Enter GNG dates in WIPS to facilitate discussion and attend weekly WIPS meetings Focus on order management related to speed orders, immediate issue resolution, and escalation Publish order schedules related to both flow and new fashion styles Cross-Functional Communication Must be authorized to work in the United States Why Join? This role offers the chance to impact financial performance, gain exposure to strong leadership principles, and grow professionally—all with competitive pay and potential for long-term engagement. Russell Tobin and it's affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors. Russell Tobin and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Russell Tobin and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances. Accommodations We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us. Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates : Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Russell Tobin