Analyst - Sourcing & Production

Owns end-to-end procurement, order placement, and supplier relationship management across all Home & Accessories (H&A) categories. Serves as a key stakeholder to internal and external partners, ensuring timely product deliveries, availability, accurate master data, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Owns all purchase order placement activities, including off-cycle purchase orders (e.g., ad hoc orders placed outside the standard monthly replenishment cycle).
• Communicates purchase orders to suppliers and tracks open-order timelines to ensure timely delivery aligned with business needs.
• Manages open orders and supplier delivery commitments by regularly following up with suppliers on shipment statuses, challenging delays, and escalating risks as needed.
• Pulls and reviews open-order reports and inbound shipment statuses with the Manager to identify risks and improvement opportunities; communicates updates to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Works closely with the receiving team at the global distribution centers (US and EU) on inquiries about receiving concerns.
• Reviews monthly supplier delivery performance against committed dates; works directly with suppliers to address delays and drive continuous improvement.
• Supports strong supplier relationships through clear communication, detailed review of open items, and regular follow-up.
• Reviews monthly supply plans with the Manager, shares finalized schedules and price matrices with suppliers, and confirms quantities, pricing, and delivery dates.
• Coordinates quantity or timeline adjustments with internal stakeholders and updates orders systematically.
• Ensures all updates are accurately captured in the system prior to order release; shares order confirmation reports with suppliers.
• Collaborates with the Manager on cost negotiations for new product launches and ongoing production; reviews price matrices to align with commercial and financial objectives.
• Supports new product launches by working with suppliers on pricing, production status, and launch shipment schedules; provides updates to cross-functional teams.
• Communicates supplier cost details with Merchandising during each stage of development; tracks launch statuses, including risks and trade-offs.
• Owns the sourcing component of the SKU setup process for all new H&A products; accurately captures and maintains core master data (country of origin, price, manufacturing method, lead time).
• Partners with the Manager to resolve past-due payments and works with Accounts Payable, Receiving, and suppliers on outstanding invoices.
• Investigates and resolves purchase order, invoice, and receiving discrepancies.
• Supports the new supplier onboarding process and quarterly supplier base reviews with Responsible Sourcing and Sustainability teams.
• Coordinates supplier information requests, follows up on areas of concern, and collaborates on required action plans.
• Supports the Return to Vendor (RTV) process in partnership with receiving, quality assurance, and suppliers.
• Assists the Manager with special projects and ad-hoc requests as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to independently manage priorities and keep cross-functional stakeholders aligned.
• Highly analytical and detail-driven approach to troubleshooting discrepancies, anticipating operational risks, and implementing solutions.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office programs, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a team environment.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule/overtime as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of SAP BusinessObjects, ERP Systems, and Power BI.
• General understanding of finished goods third-party supply chain processes.
• Experience managing global shipments with both internal and external stakeholders.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule requiring 4 days in-office at our New York, NY location and 1 day remote.

Pay

The hiring range for this position is $70,125 - $94,875. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidates' relevant skills and experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive global benefits, including adoption and surrogacy assistance, and parental leave.
• Programs supporting mental, emotional, physical, and financial well-being.
• Competitive pay, medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plans with company match.
• Paid time off and other meaningful employee offerings.