Furniture Sourcing Specialist (18-Month Term)
Article
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Posted on Dec 21, 2024
Why We Need You:
Hi there, we’re Article. 👋 We’re a North American online furniture company creating remarkably better furniture experiences one sofa at a time. As a Furniture Sourcing Specialist, you will assist with evaluating vendor capabilities, and capacities, following up on product development and quality as we diversify our vendor base into North America.
Fixed-Term (18 Months) details:
This is a full-time fixed-term role, with an expected length of 18 months depending on different variables this can turn into a permanent job with us.
This is a fixed-term role for individuals based in Vancouver, Canada.
This Hybrid role will require you to be in the office 3 days a week.
This Hybrid role will require you to be in the office 3 days a week.
- Department
- Sourcing
- Employment Type
- Fixed Term - Full Time
- Location
- Vancouver
- Workplace type
- Hybrid
- Compensation
- $85,000 - $95,000 / year
- Reporting To
- Corie Lowrey
What You'll Do:
- Coordinate cross-functional teams for supplier interactions.
- Manage supplier capacity and internal alignment.
- Execute product development and relocation projects.
- Evaluate supplier capabilities and contribute to strategy.
- Negotiate prices and analyze market data.
- Identify business opportunities for cost optimization.
- Manage contracts and relationships.
- Oversee supplier performance and business responsibilities.
- Ensure product availability and timely delivery.
- Conduct sourcing activities to meet quality and delivery requirements.
- Collaborate with internal departments to resolve disruptions.
- Track, measure, and report vendor performance, maintaining ethical standards.
- Identify and act on business opportunities to create precondition for product and production cost out, based on value and fact based business approach.
- Evaluate supplier manufacturing capabilities, SWOT analysis, and give critical inputs to supplier strategy.
Who You Are:
- 5+ years experience in furniture industry sourcing and merchandising, with a focus on upholstery preferred.
- Proficiency in technical aspects, compliance, and manufacturing efficiencies of upholstery products.
- Expertise in project management, including supplier relocation, new product introduction (NPI), and cost reduction initiatives.
- Skilled in leading holistic business approaches, prioritizing customer, supplier, and total cost development.
- Ability to drive results through collaborative engagement with process partners.
- Bachelor's degree relevant to the industry.
- Strong management of supplier relationships and accountability for product availability.
- Effective communicator and representative of procurement function.
- Problem-solving ability, facilitating multidisciplinary teams to address operational challenges.
- Ability to influence cross-functional collaboration and decision-making without formal authority.
- Prioritization of value and strategic time allocation for maximum impact.
- Proficient in data analysis and interpretation, identifying unique opportunities.
- Proactive initiative-taking and goal achievement.
- Understanding of vendor manufacturing operations and adept problem-solving in complex environments.
- Capacity to navigate conflicting priorities and devise innovative solutions for overall company benefit.
- Advanced knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (preferred).
Perks & Benefits:
Wealth:
- The expected salary is $85,000 to $95,000. The actual base pay can increase beyond this range and will be based on various factors, including transferable skills, training and certifications, work experience, business needs, and market demands.
Life:
- 15 days of vacation*
- 6 well-being (sick) days
- 1 Inclusion and Diversity Day
- Hybrid work: 3 days a week in the office
- Work remotely (anywhere in the world) for up to 3 weeks
Total Health:
- Excellent extended health and dental benefits packages
- $1000 health/lifestyle spending account* for your total physical and mental well-being
- TELUS Health App
- Mental Health Assistance/Counseling
- Virtual medical appointments
Office Space:
- The Article HQ is a converted warehouse, with an open accessible layout and no offices (even for our founders)
- Work from your desk, an Article sofa, collaboration spaces, or a private meeting room
- Standup desks can be requested too
- Our kitchens are stocked with salty, sweet and healthy snacks, & all the premium coffees and teas to keep you buzzing
- Onsite fitness equipment with showers and towel service
- A dog-friendly office - well-socialized pups are welcome
Getting here:
- Free street parking (first come, first serve; no reserved spots for senior leaders)
- Indoor secure bike storage with change rooms and showers
- 20-minute walk to either Main Street- Science World or VCC Clark Skytrain stations
Extra:
- 45% discount on our entire product range (15% for friends and family)
*Prorated
About Article
Hi there, we’re Article. 👋 Since 2013 we’ve been redefining the furniture industry one sofa at a time.
- Vancouver, Canada is home to our HQ (and our first retail store)
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is home to our Asia HQ
- Our US and Canadian logistics network serves our customers coast to coast.
Criminal Background Checks:
Having a criminal record does not restrict your employment at Article. Criminal background checks are only conducted with your permission and after a conditional employment offer has been accepted.
Having a criminal record does not restrict your employment at Article. Criminal background checks are only conducted with your permission and after a conditional employment offer has been accepted.
The decision if a criminal record will restrict your employment will be done on a case by case decision, where we conduct an "individualized assessment"—a reasoned, evidence-based determination as to whether the applicant's past conviction has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific job duties of the position.
Work Authorization:
Unless otherwise stated, all open roles require legal authorization to work in the location where the job is based, without requiring VISA sponsorship.
For US based roles, Article participates in E-Verify
For US based roles, Article participates in E-Verify
Equal Opportunity Statement:
At Article, we value and respect individuals for their different talents, skills, abilities, and unique contributions. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, ethnic origin, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, disability, genetic characteristics, personal beliefs, or any other classification protected by federal, state, provincial, and local laws and ordinances.
Accommodations:
If an applicant requires an accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic feel free to email ta.accommodation@article.com or let the hiring team know at any stage of the recruitment process.
This email will only respond to accommodations, all non-related emails will be deleted.
Artificial Intelligence in Hiring:
All applications are carefully reviewed by humans. We do not use artificial intelligence or ranking algorithms in our hiring decisions.
This email will only respond to accommodations, all non-related emails will be deleted.
Artificial Intelligence in Hiring:
All applications are carefully reviewed by humans. We do not use artificial intelligence or ranking algorithms in our hiring decisions.
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