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About the Role

The Sourcing Assistant provides key administrative and operational support to the Accessories sourcing team, ensuring smooth coordination across departments and vendors by managing product and cost data, maintaining documentation, and supporting sourcing timelines. This role handles essential administrative tasks like data entry, system updates, internal communications, and supplier follow-ups to enhance efficiency and ensure accurate execution of sourcing plans.

Responsibilities

Support the sourcing team by coordinating administrative and operational tasks throughout the product lifecycle.
Maintain, organize, and update cost sheets and product information.
Accurately input and manage product, vendor, and cost data within internal systems, including PLM and Excel.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Quality Assurance, Social Compliance, Logistics, Purchasing, and Sales to monitor and support on-time delivery.
Assist with the adoption of new products by supporting communication and administrative tasks related to factory sourcing and price negotiation.
Maintain daily communication with overseas vendors to follow up on raw materials, delivery schedules, pricing, and documentation.
Coordinate the setup and maintenance of packing instruction decks for factories; work cross-functionally with Design, Sourcing, and Sales to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
Share reports with Sourcing and Design teams on purchase orders in progress, organized by month, to support the creation of Tack-On Order line sheets.
Update the Sales team regularly on order status to ensure alignment and visibility.
Communicate daily with factories to address production updates, questions, and follow-ups.
Generate and update margin analyses, reports, and tracking tools as directed by the sourcing team.
Ensure timely and accurate data entry to support product compliance, costing, and delivery planning.
Help manage timelines and documentation associated with development and production milestones.
Provide general administrative support to the sourcing team, including meeting preparation, file organization, and calendar tracking.

Requirements

Experience in sourcing, product coordination, purchasing, or production support
Demonstrated ability to manage administrative tasks with accuracy and efficiency
Self-motivated and capable of working independently while supporting a collaborative team

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (formulas, data management, and formatting)
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
Highly organized with strong time management skills
Ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills for working with internal teams and external suppliers
Proactive, flexible, and dependable team player with a positive attitude
Comfortable working with sourcing and manufacturing systems; PLM experience is a plus
Basic understanding of retail, costing, and production timelines preferred
Ability to identify discrepancies in data and escalate issues appropriately

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

$21.00 - $26.00/hour

Benefits

Comprehensive Health: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan (including a discretionary company match) plus company-provided Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and a full schedule of paid Holidays
Growth & Support: Tuition Reimbursement program and 24/7 personal support via our Member Assistance Program (MAP)
Team Culture: Associate Engagement Events
Exclusive Style Perks: Associate Clothing Discounts

About the Company

Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands.
The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 40 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin® by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist® and Farah®.
The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike® for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel.

Equal Opportunity

Perry Ellis International is an equal opportunity employer.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their individual background and characteristics.
We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, and termination.
By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the company's commitment to equal employment opportunities.