Associate Sourcing Manager, Apparel

About the role

The Associate Sourcing Manager (ASM), Apparel, develops and manages partnerships with best-in-class suppliers and internal stakeholders as pertains to the sourcing and production of best-in-category Disney-branded merchandise. In collaboration with the Sourcing Manager, Global Merchandise Sourcing and Product Development (MSPD), s/he is responsible for managing a portfolio of items driving results through product development, cost optimization, execution of corporate and sourcing strategies, and product quality innovation. The ASM supports the development of the seasonal line from concept through production, working closely with cross-functional partners in Merchandise Strategy, Product Design, and Technical Design. They support the cross-functional team in developing products to realize the global vision while ensuring designs meet margin objectives and are in alignment with corporate and sourcing initiatives. A strong knowledge of global sourcing and product development strategies is