The Sourcing & Technical Support professional at Rubie's II plays a crucial role in managing the sourcing responsibilities for key brands such as Smiffys, Christys, Rubies II, Masquerade, and Party City national accounts. This role demands expertise in the garments and apparel sector with a strong focus on costume and accessory procurement. The candidate is tasked with managing costing elements precisely, including fabrics, trims, and packaging, while preparing and understanding the Bill of Materials. Collaboration with the design team is essential to ensure product specifications align with sourcing strategies. The position also involves negotiating prices, shipment terms, and payment conditions with a global network of factories, requiring strong communication skills and an understanding of international trade practices. This position requires adherence to critical path management processes to ensure timely delivery and production efficiency. The role supports the Sourcing Director in driving margins and minimizing costs while providing necessary sales support. Possessing knowledge of textile and fabric materials and awareness of toy safety testing and factory compliance audits is important to maintain quality standards and regulatory adherence. The role involves working closely with the technical department for additional support and requires occasional travel to visit suppliers both locally and overseas. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of relevant experience and will not have direct team management responsibilities but must effectively collaborate across multiple departments and external partners.
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