Assistant Sourcing Manager - Knits
Posted:
Wednesday, 24 June 2026
Valid Thru:
Friday, 24 July 2026
Index Requested on:
06/24/2026 08:51:54
Indexed on:
06/24/2026 08:51:54
Location:
Dodgeville, WI, 53533, US
Industry:
Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category:
51-0000.00 - Production
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME
Lands End Inc is hiring!
Description:
As the Assistant Sourcing Manger, you’ll partner closely with sourcing leadership to support the end-to-end product lifecycle—from development through production while building strong vendor partnerships and driving cost, quality, and timing success.
This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who is eager to learn, grow, and make an impact in a fast-paced, collaborative retail environment.
- Support sourcing programs, including cost analysis, negotiations, and vendor communication
- Assist in managing time & action calendars to ensure on-time product delivery
- Partner with cross-functional teams to track prototypes, samples, and development milestones
- Help evaluate and onboard suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance
- Monitor vendor performance and help resolve issues related to quality, pricing, or timelines
- Coordinate fabric and trim development, tracking samples and submissions
- Maintain systems and tools (e.g., Centric) and ensure accurate product data
- Participate in meetings and provide updates on development and sample status
- Build foundational knowledge of sourcing strategy, cost drivers, and production timelines
Essential Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Apparel Merchandising, Business, or related field
- 0–2 years of experience sourcing, product development, or supply chain
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and follow-through
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a dynamic environment
- Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office; exposure to PLM tools a plus
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Responsibilities:
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Desired Skills:
Product Development
Benefits:
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