Vendor Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

1. Manages sourcing programs by communicating clear requirements and accountabilities to the vendor base, ensuring products meet requirements and delivery dates according to the various business models (Retail, Premium, etc). Meets Go-To-Market Calendar and key performance indicators. Manages programs using a “buyers” mindset by holding vendors accountable for meeting program requirements.
2. Effectively works with vendor(s) to ensure specific product requirements are met (make, finish, premium) and addresses issues promptly and effectively.
3. Ensures vendor plant(s) adhere to schedules, production processes, quality, and terms of engagement.
4. Communicates regularly with Product Development/Supply Planning and vendor plants.
5. Leads effective price negotiations per program/season placement with vendor plants.
6. Plans and manages vendor development of product, ensuring bulk manufacturability of product.
7. Manages pre-production activities from dupes to sales samples, in accordance with company and brand/consumer segment standards.
8. Ensures vendor plants adhere to scheduling, production, quality, and TOE commitments, maintaining ongoing communication with Product Management.

LOCATION: AGUASCALIENTES, Mexico

FULL TIME/PART TIME: Full time

Current LS&Co Employees, apply via your Workday account.