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Sourcing Coordinator

TorontoOn-siteFull-time

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Sourcing Coordinator supports the Sourcing team by coordinating vendor communications, managing purchase orders, and tracking development timelines to ensure on-time delivery and sample progression.

About this role

Knix is an award-winning intimate apparel and activewear brand that is re-inventing intimates for real life. Through our innovative products and our engaged community, we are empowering people everywhere to be unapologetically free. Launched in 2013, we are one of the fastest-growing intimate apparel brands in North America and are globally recognized as an innovator within the apparel space. We reach over 3 million customers through our online stores, Knix retail locations across North America and channels such as wholesale and Amazon. We are revolutionizing the apparel industry with our best-in-class customer experience, innovative products and brands Knix and Kt by Knix. Come join us if you are looking for a purpose-driven and authentic career!

We’re seeking a Sourcing Coordinator to provide essential support to the Sourcing team! The Sourcing Coordinator will collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure product development, merchandising and sourcing timelines are met and delivery schedules are adhered to. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized and attentive to detail. This is an excellent opportunity for an eager and enthusiastic individual who wants to roll up their sleeves while learning the ins and outs of a growing and disruptive apparel company!

About You

  • You sweat the details. You’re organized, methodical, and take pride in quality work
  • You’re a natural collaborator. You easily build rapport with internal and external stakeholders and ensure communication is timely and professional
  • You are a problem solver. You identify opportunities and put the wheels in motion
  • Above all, you’re proactive, positive and inspired by Knix and its mission

    • The Opportunity

  • Collaborate with Sourcing & Production Manager to update various work-in-progress timelines
  • Manage purchase orders from placement to delivery, following up extensively with overseas vendors
  • Update the development, merchandising, and sourcing calendar and communicate status updates to relevant stakeholders
  • Monitor all delivery dates and implement time communication on delivery with relevant stakeholders
  • Support the Product team through the coordination of vendor meets and travel
  • Prepare and generate scheduled and ad-hoc reports, charts and other department materials
  • Follow up on all sample and development requests
  • Manage vendor communication and lead weekly calls with key vendors to review production progress and resolve open issues
  • Communicate any changes in timing to the Product team
  • Track and distribute samples
  • Ensure product/shipment tracker is accurate and up-to-date

    • Qualifications

  • 1 year experience with overseas sourcing, material sourcing, or product development is a strong asset
  • Diploma in Business Management, Fashion Merchandising, or related field is an asset
  • Knowledge of fabrics, techniques, and garment construction
  • Interest in sourcing, buying and/or inventory management in the apparel sector
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple projects and timelines

    • Compensation

  • Salary starting at $50,000 annually

    • Skills

    Calendar ManagementCommunication With VendorsData ReportingFabric KnowledgeGarment ConstructionMerchandising CalendarsMS ExcelMS PowerPointOverseas SourcingProduction TrackingProject CoordinationPurchase OrdersSamples TrackingSourcing TimelinesVendor Management

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