Sourcing Associate, Sweaters - PVH

Location: New York, New York, United States of America Category: Supply Job ID: R62968 widget: Full time Brand: Calvin Klein Non-Retail Be part of an iconic story. At Calvin Klein, we believe in fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture by celebrating different perspectives, backgrounds and beliefs to truly connect with our associates and consumers. Join us and have a meaningful impact on the world – and – endless opportunities to design your future. Immerse yourself in Calvin Klein here! (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok) POSITION SUMMARY: The Sourcing Associate will be responsible for supporting category management in conjunction with the supply chain & business strategies. This includes sourcing, product development, pre-production and production responsibilities, meeting organizational goals & metrics. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Calendar management (adherence & assist in problem solving) Support manager with projects for management business review / meetings and other projects assigned Collaborate with category manager and PVH offshore offices to ensure deliverables are being met and systems are updated Create cost charts & analyze costing for all new developments, collaborating with vendors on cost options to meet AUC targets Develop and maintain tracking reports for research & developments Responsible for assisting in monitoring seasonal status of samples and offering mitigation plans where needed at all stages in development Participate in proto / sms reviews & line finalization meetings Daily follow up/email communications with cross functional team on/offshore Collaborate with Sourcing Manager and Design on seasonal R&D, along with new sourcing opportunities Manage Supply Team Projects as needed – i.e. Seasonal Audit, Sample tracking Handle other responsibilities and projects as assigned Maintain updated information via systems (Entefy/PLM) – including product allocation, costing, proto tracking, testing & risk assessment Work with hub teams and vendors to resolve development and production issues Monitor calendar deliverables with vendors and cross-functional partners, escalating any issues or late deliverables to Manager Receive and distribute submits as needed (samples, trim cards, etc) Send parcels as needed QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Product Development, Sourcing & Manufacturing Education: Bachelor’s Degree is required Skills: Must be analytical; understand the supply goals & metrics. Good judgment & decision-making skills (with an ability to get to root cause analysis). Excellent communication & presentation skills (to include good listening & negotiation skills) Must be detail oriented, resourceful, have excellent follow-up skills; learning and using all appropriate contacts to gather information & drive solutions. Must be flexible and able to function in a fast-paced environment, with competing priorities and deadlines. Ability to collaborate and clearly communicate, transcending different cultures, geographies & time zones. Computer skills - Microsoft office, specifically Excel is a must (V-look up/X look up and Pivot Table experience necessary) PDM/PLM/Centric/Entefy are a plus Internal: Design, Tech Design, Merchandising, Raw Materials, Global Supply Planning, Quality Assurance, Operations, CAD design External: Overseas/Hub merchandisers, Vendors RESOURCEFULNESS/CREATIVITY: Must be detail-oriented & able to problem solve and offer solutions to improve efficiencies. Must be flexible to adapt to changing trends of business and/or ad hoc projects. ENVIRONMENT: Must be able to function in a fast-paced, continually evolving environment. This position is not eligible for sponsorship. Pay Range:$76,300-$103,100 PVH currently provides base salary ranges for all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on local requirements. These ranges are based on what PVH reasonably believes that it will pay an associate for their base sal…

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