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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.

About the role:

This position is responsible for the support of the procurement function of all non-merch goods and services; supporting and guiding internal customers in the selection of appropriate supplies that meet requirements; organizing and maintaining accurate and complete records; and adherence to procurement policies, processes & procedures. As a direct report to the Vice President of Non-Merchandise this role will also include coordination of all internal training material, communication list and other support functions such scheduling and report collecting for distribution.

The impact you'll have:

• Prepare and issue purchase orders from purchase requests
• Research requested products and services; interact with internal and external customers responding to requests
• Source, solicit proposals and conduct competitive bids
• Confer with vendors to confirm or obtain product or service information such as price, availability and delivery information
• Analyze proposals and other data and information to determine reasonable prices
• Evaluate vendors for the purpose of determining their capability for performing to established specifications  
• Confirm orders with vendors and internal customers, and follow through to assure timely, accurate and complete deliveries; resolve discrepancies, manage returns and exchanges as required
• Maintain and produce documentation of requisitions, purchase orders, quotes, supplies and product specifications, pricing, units of measure, performance terms, contracts, suppliers, manufacturers and other pertinent information
• Reconcile invoices to receivers and purchase orders, resolving any issues with vendors to ensure  invoices submitted for payment are accurate
• Maintain bid lists, vendor files and records, and assist if needed to prepare bid specifications
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine need for changes
• Establish effective relationships with other departments to achieve desired results; leverage relationships with internal and external business partners to drive organizational vision & strategy
• Identify and implement process improvements to maximize efficiencies and improve service
• Other general administration functions as assigned

Financial Accountability

This role impacts:

• Sales
• Margin
• Budget

You'll bring to the role:

• Experience with technology procurement preferred
• 3+ years procurement experience
• Comprehensive knowledge of concepts, principles and techniques of purchasing
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong customer service skills; team oriented
• Ability to multi-task gracefully and adapt to changing conditions in a fast paced environment
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of internal and external customers in a pleasant, courteous and efficient manner
• Expertise to work effectively with detailed financial data at a high degree of accuracy
• Project and maintain a professional appearance and behavior consistently

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Location:

Corporate ascena – Remote

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels. It is our policy in all personnel actions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices. All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business.