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About us

KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.

Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.

Procurement Analyst

About the role
This role is part of the Strategic Procurement (non-merchandise) team and supports the procurement work across the organization.  The Procurement Analyst is responsible for optimizing the procurement process by analyzing spend data, evaluating supplier performance, and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives. This role involves managing procurement systems, ensuring data accuracy, and providing insights to drive cost savings and operational efficiency. The Procurement Analyst collaborates with internal stakeholders to identify needs, create project plans, and track procurement activities. Key tasks include data analysis, vendor management, forecasting, and supporting the RFP process.

The impact you can have

• Be a key contributor to the Supplier Management pillar of Procurement

• Spend Analytics – Evaluate spend data to identify potential cost-saving measures and enhance accuracy and efficiency.

• Project Tracking – Set up projects in the management tool based on requests generated from ticketing system.

• Sourcing – Assist team with bid requests and pricing comparisons.

• Master Data – Responsible for the creation, maintenance, and quality assurance of master data related to non-merchandise items.

• System Expertise – Act as a system administrator for all procurement tools.

You’ll bring to the role

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, or other related field.

• 2-4 years of business experience in procurement, finance or other related functions.

• Knowledge of procurement and finance functions

• Retail industry experience beneficial but not required.

• Proficiency and hands-on experience with financial tools such as SAP and Oracle

• Exceptional analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Power BI

• Flexibility to execute, adapt, prioritize and multi-task in an ever-changing environment at a high growth company.

• Good verbal and written communication skills

• Self-motivated and possesses ability to work independently.

• Excellent attention to detail and proven organizational skills.

• Ability to prioritize demands of job along with communications skills.

• High energy and works well in teams.

• Demonstrates a high regard for personal integrity.

Benefits

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.

• Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.  

• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities. *  

• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K)* 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Time off – paid time off & holidays*

• The target salary range for this role is: $60k – $70k

*Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

This position works remotely. Occasional travel to a company office may be required.

Location:

Corporate ascena – Remote

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.