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Sourcing Analyst, Softgoods
Conduct extensive supplier evaluations to ensure alignment with YETI's quality and performance standards.
Xiamen, Fujian, China
Mid-Level
1 week ago
Yeti
Specializes in designing and selling outdoor products such as coolers, drinkware, and gear for adventure enthusiasts.
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✨ About The Role
- The Sourcing Analyst III will be based in Xiamen, China, and will report to the Director of Sourcing for Soft Goods and Outdoor Living.
- This role involves strategically sourcing new suppliers and managing the performance of existing suppliers within the Soft Goods category.
- The position requires collaboration with various teams, including Operations, Innovation, Category Management, and New Product Development.
- Responsibilities include defining and implementing supplier performance strategies and maintaining performance transparency through metrics.
- The Sourcing Analyst will facilitate the Innovation team in new product development and conduct competitive intelligence research.
- Extensive supplier due diligence is required, including research and on-site evaluations, to ensure quality and compliance.
- The role involves managing the RFQ/RFP process, supplier negotiations, and executing commercial agreements.
âš¡ Requirements
- A bachelor's degree is required for this position, indicating a foundational level of education in a relevant field.
- The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of sourcing and supplier development experience, showcasing their expertise in the field.
- Experience working with suppliers in the apparel industry is strongly preferred, highlighting the need for industry-specific knowledge.
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential for effective collaboration and negotiation.
- Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills are crucial for managing supplier relationships and achieving favorable outcomes.
- The candidate should be adaptable and able to work within a highly dynamic organization, indicating a need for flexibility and resilience.
- Willingness to travel internationally up to 20% of the time is necessary, suggesting the role may involve global supplier interactions.
About Yeti
Specializes in designing and selling outdoor products such as coolers, drinkware, and gear for adventure enthusiasts.