Sr Sourcing Specialist - Apparel

Qurate Retail, Inc • $80K — $95K *
West Chester, PA 19382In-Person
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Merchandising, Marketing, Business, or Product Design preferred
  • Minimum 5+ years in product development, production, or sourcing
  • At least 3 years specifically in apparel categories
  • Knowledge of garment construction is a plus
  • Strong negotiation skills required

Responsibilities

  • Develop samples across all apparel categories
  • Negotiate pricing, delivery, and terms for assigned businesses
  • Build relationships with sourcing partners via daily communication
  • Manage brand-level calendar and daily sourcing operations
  • Partner with design and buying teams to maintain development processes
  • Drive progress and negotiate costs confidently
  • Identify and provide resolutions to potential quality issues
  • Collaborate with QA and Supply Chain to ensure merchandise flow

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Paid time off
  • Employee assistance program
  • Parental leave
  • Paid volunteer hours
  • Significant company discounts
  • Health care benefits starting on day 1
  • 401(k)
  • Tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity, Your Team
  • The Sourcing Specialist manages the day-to-day business of Manufacturing from initial concept to FC delivery. Responsibility is to work side by side with the Sourcing Manager to focus and align the Global Sourcing multiple strategies to meet customer demands by offering the highest quality product at the best value possible.

Where You'll Work
  • This role is hybrid and will require you to be onsite at Studio Park in West Chester, PA several days per week. Job seekers must reside in one of the following states to be considered: PA, NJ, or DE. Relocation assistance or is not available for this role.

What You'll Do
  • Development of samples in all apparel categories, negotiation of pricing, delivery and terms for businesses as assigned in the primary function.
  • Through daily e-mail communication with our offices, agents, and direct suppliers, build strong relationships with our sourcing partners to ensure proper implementation of QVC Group's standards and procedures, adherence to calendar milestones and proactive identification of issues that could impact the business.
  • Ownership of the calendar at a brand level and managing the day-to-day operations of the sourcing functions.
  • Partner with design, technical design and buying team members to ensure seamless development processes are in place and maintained.
  • Demonstrate the ability to confidently challenge cost sheets and negotiate.
  • Taking the lead in driving progress and negotiating costs.
  • Forward thinking of potential quality issues and offering resolutions.
  • Ownership of adhering to the current Sourcing Strategy and Goals.
  • Partner with QA and Supply Chain to ensure processes are in place to ensure uninterrupted flow of merchandise.


What You'll Bring
  • Education: Bachelor's Degree required (Merchandising, Marketing, Business, Product Design preferred) Experience: Minimum 5 + years of experience in product development, production and/or sourcing (at least 3 years specific in apparel categories). Garment construction would be nice to have.


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Our Total Rewards package includes benefits you'll love such as competitive compensation, paid time off, an employee assistance program, parental leave, paid volunteer hours, and amazing company discounts! In our US market, you can also expect health care benefits starting on day 1, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement benefits.

If provided, salary ranges are a general guideline only, and actual salaries will vary and are based on factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, and geographic location as well as business and market conditions.

About Qurate Retail, Inc

Qurate Retail, Inc Careers

Join the vibrant team at Qurate Retail, Inc, a leader in the retail sector, where innovation meets tradition and diversity fuels our growth. At Qurate Retail, Inc, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional development and personal achievement.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a career journey with Qurate Retail, Inc and be part of a company that values leadership, creativity, and strategic thinking. Our team is dedicated to redefining retail by leveraging cutting-edge technology and unique marketing strategies.

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Whether you're seeking an entry-level position or a more senior role, Qurate Retail, Inc offers a range of employment opportunities across various functions. From marketing to finance, technology to sales, each role is crucial in driving our mission forward.

Internship Programs

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Professional Growth and Development

At Qurate Retail, Inc, career growth is not just a possibility—it is an expectation. We are committed to the professional development of our employees through diverse training programs, leadership workshops, and continuous learning opportunities.

Culture and Benefits

Our company culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and diversity. Qurate Retail, Inc offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits include health care, employee discounts, and more, ensuring our team members are well taken care of.

Networking and Innovation

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Learn more about Qurate Retail, Inc
Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$632.8 million
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$1.2 billion
5 Year Trend
+610%
Revenue
$14.1 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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