Sourcing - Purchasing Agent, Fabrics at Joseph Ribkoff

Dorval, Quebec, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sourcing, Purchasing, Vendor Management, Negotiation, Interpersonal Skills, Bilingual, Detail Orientation, Organization, Project Management, Problem-Solving, Fast-Paced Environment, Microsoft Skills, Excel Skills, Fashion Industry Knowledge, Trims Knowledge

Industry

Retail Apparel and Fashion

Description

Joseph Ribkoff designs classic and contemporary garments for fashion-forward women with a youthful state of mind. Each one of our carefully tailored pieces offers the effortless fashion, fit, and quality that we’ve been synonymous with. Over the years, the brand has blossomed into a touchstone for timeless, youthful style. Driven by a passion that has never ceased to propel our company’s vision, Joseph Ribkoff has been an ally to women, dressing them with flair and perfect fit for over 65 years. From our quality and distinctly designed products to our unwavering commitment to retail partners, Joseph Ribkoff’s values resonate in everything we do and create. Today, his legacy lives on through the work of a devoted, talented team operating from the four corners of the world. Sold in over 60 international markets, Joseph Ribkoff is a global emblem of quality and elegance. Montreal Corporate Head Office, where most of their employees are based, offers career opportunities in Design, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Finance, IT and HR as well as in the Production and Warehousing facilities. OBJECTIVE: The Purchasing Agent, Fabrics is responsible for the purchasing and procuring the appropriate merchandise mix based on production plan for our garments. RESPONSIBLE FOR: › Partner with vendor to source fabrics › Follow-up with vendors/factories on all fabrics style and communicate any change or additional details › Follow up with suppliers, technical drawings and production; facilitate communication within the company › Contribute positively to team Dynamics › Negotiate product quality, purchase quantity, landed cost, and delivery with vendors REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: › 3-5 years of experience in the fashion industry with buying responsibilities is essential › Knowledge of Trims will be considered a major asset › Outstanding interpersonal skills (Team oriented) › Bilingual (English and French) written and spoken › Demonstrated detail orientation; high sense of organization; › Ability to manage multiple projects; › Must have strong problem-solving skills that allow for a proactive approach to the business and organizational skills necessary to complete multiple tasks with deadlines › Ability to work in a fast-paced environment TECHNICAL SKILLS: › Must possess basic Microsoft and Excel skills Joseph Ribkoff is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

Responsibilities

The Purchasing Agent, Fabrics is responsible for sourcing and procuring the appropriate merchandise mix based on the production plan for garments. This includes partnering with vendors, following up on fabric styles, and negotiating product quality and delivery terms.