Sourcing Assistant

Sourcing Assistant

Job Summary:

The Sourcing Assistant will provide support to the sourcing department throughout the product selection process for the various catalogs and internet sites.

What you’ll need:

• Associate degree in business management or a related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Minimum of one year of experience in retail, merchandising, sales or a related field.
• Detail oriented with the ability to remain focused on computer work.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, with a focus on Excel.
• Ability to conduct work with a high degree of efficiency.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to provide friendly, efficient service to other Mason teams.
• Ability to work on-site in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin.

What you’ll do:

• Assist with clerical duties such as mail, filing, typing, and faxing.
• Ensure that product samples are prepared and maintained.
• Accurately assign correct style codes and upload into the system by the required date.
• Use established Excel spreadsheets to import and export necessary data to ensure timely samples and communication.
• Enter product dates and notes into database ensuring 100% accuracy.
• Receive, set up, and track "pre" samples, photo samples, and production samples.
• Store samples properly stored according to procedures.
• Distribute samples to appropriate areas by the due date.
• Return samples to the appropriate area.
• Maintain supplier contact regarding sample disposition.
• Work with other departments to answer questions regarding samples.

What you’ll get:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k match
• Profit sharing and incentive opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• 35% store discount
• Paid volunteer time
• Companywide events

What We Do:

We are a family-owned, multi-channel retailer located in West-Central Wisconsin that has proudly been in business for more than 119 years. We own and operate multiple businesses that sell everything from shoes and apparel to bedding and electronics through our E-Commerce websites and direct mail catalogs, with some businesses offering our own proprietary credit payment option. We have a strong commitment to support the communities where we work and live.

WHY MASON?

We are a family-owned business committed to cultivating thriving relationships. These relationships generate growth, opportunity and value for our customers, employees, and community. We welcome all individuals, regardless of gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, identity and experience, to be part of our family.