Kids Apparel Sourcing Assistant

A Kids Apparel Sourcing Assistant supports the sourcing team in buying, negotiating costs, and tracking garment samples from the design stage to final production. This role tracks overseas vendors, inputs purchase orders, and ensures children's clothes are made on time and meet strict safety and quality standards. Position Overview The Sourcing Assistant helps the Sourcing Manager find the best materials and factories to produce high-quality, safe, and trendy children's clothing. Act as the bridge between the design team and overseas manufacturing factories. Key Responsibilities Sample Tracking: Organize and track garments. Ensure factories deliver samples (prototypes) on time for review. Costing: Help create price charts and track factory costs to ensure the brand hits its profit goals. Vendor Communication: Send tech packs (design blueprints) to factories. Email daily with overseas suppliers. Data Entry: Maintain accurate information in purchase orders (POs) and vendor lists in the system. Quality & Testing: Ensure all kids' clothes pass safety and quality testing before mass production. Qualifications & Skills Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or International Trade. Computer Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (ability to create spreadsheets and track data). Organization: Must be highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage strict delivery deadlines. Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills to avoid factory errors. #J-18808-Ljbffr