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 the United States (Preferably in North Carolina). We are open to nearby states as well.

Department: Sourcing
Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: North Carolina
Workplace type: Fully remote
Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000 / year

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

Perks & Benefits:

Benefits-eligible (First day of employment)
- Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
- Life Insurance
- Disability insurance
Vacation, Holidays & Sick/Wellness Days
- 48 hours Sick/wellness (6 days, accrued annually)
- 8 paid holidays + 1 Inclusion & Diversity day
- 120 hours (3 weeks) paid vacation (accrued annually)
Other Benefits/Perks
- 45% Employee discount + 15 % family & friends discount

The target salary for this role is $70,000 to $80,000. 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.

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.

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