Sourcing Coordinator
Knix Wear
Operations
Toronto, ON, Canada
Posted on Nov 14, 2025
Knix is an award-winning intimate apparel and activewear brand that is re-inventing intimates for real life. Through our innovative products and our engaged community, we are empowering people everywhere to be unapologetically free. Launched in 2013, we are one of the fastest-growing intimate apparel brands in North America and are globally recognized as an innovator within the apparel space. We reach over 3 million customers through our online stores, Knix retail locations across North America and channels such as wholesale and Amazon. We are revolutionizing the apparel industry with our best-in-class customer experience, innovative products and brands Knix and Kt by Knix. Come join us if you are looking for a purpose-driven and authentic career!
We’re seeking a Sourcing Coordinator to provide essential support to the Sourcing team! This role will collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure product development, merchandising, and sourcing timelines are met, and delivery schedules are adhered to. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and detail-oriented. This is an excellent opportunity for an eager and enthusiastic individual who wants to roll up their sleeves and learn the ins and outs of a growing, disruptive apparel company.
About You
- You sweat the details – organized, methodical, and take pride in delivering quality work.
- You’re a natural collaborator – you build rapport easily with internal and external stakeholders and ensure communication is timely and professional.
- You’re a problem solver – you identify opportunities and put solutions into motion.
- Above all, you’re proactive, positive, and inspired by Knix and its mission.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Sourcing & Production Manager to update various work-in-progress timelines.
- Manage purchase orders from placement to delivery, following up extensively with overseas vendors.
- Update development and on-time delivery trackers, communicating status updates to relevant stakeholders.
- Coordinate and negotiate costs with vendors to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Monitor delivery dates, follow up with required documentation, and communicate updates promptly to stakeholders.
- Support the Product team through the coordination of vendor meetings and travel.
- Prepare and generate scheduled and ad-hoc reports, charts, and materials aligned with departmental KPIs.
- Follow up on all sample and development requests.
- Lead weekly calls with key vendors to review production progress, resolve open issues, and maintain proactive communication.
- Communicate any changes in timing to cross-functional teams.
- Track and distribute samples to relevant team members.
Qualifications
- 1-2 years of experience in material sourcing, product development, or design is a strong asset.
- Diploma in Business Management, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field is an asset.
- Knowledge of fabrics, techniques, pricing, lead times, and garment construction.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines effectively.
How we Hire
Our people are what make Knix, Knix! Our people are passionate and have a strong belief in our mission. Our people are naturally curious and ambitious by nature. Employees feel respected and supported at Knix. We take an inclusive and equitable approach offering the same interview experience to every candidate we meet with. Knix is an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate everyone and their intersecting identities. We know and believe that diverse and inclusive teams empower us to make better decisions and inspire innovation so that we can better serve our customers and community. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out! We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.
