Description
ABOUT US
Namify is in the business of belonging. For over 20 years, companies of all sizes have partnered with us to elevate their recognition programs, corporate gifting strategies, branding initiatives, and employee engagement. Through automation and more sustainable practices, we are revolutionizing the swag industry which has traditionally been wasteful and awkward. We're growing fast because the world recognizes how desperately services like ours are needed. Now we are looking for energetic "inclusion superheroes" to join our team. So, if you are a detail-oriented person and like the idea of creating more happiness in the workplace, we want to talk to you ... like yesterday.
ABOUT THIS JOB
The
Ecommerce Sourcing Specialist
is responsible for identifying, evaluating, sourcing, and managing products and suppliers to ensure the efficient procurement of products. The role requires a combination of strategic sourcing, vendor relationship management, and data-driven decision-making to support inventory management and drive profitability in the ecommerce space. This position plays a key role in optimizing the supply chain, improving product quality, product variety and maintaining cost-effectiveness in an ever-changing digital marketplace. This role involves identifying trending, new and existing products, managing the sourcing process, negotiating prices and terms, ensuring quality control, and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Supplier Sourcing & Vendor Management
- Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for a wide range of products sold on the ecommerce platform.
- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with new and existing vendors.
- Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, timely delivery, and adherence to quality standards.
Market Research & Trend Analysis
- Conduct ongoing market research to stay ahead of industry trends, competitor pricing, and emerging products.
- Evaluate product demand, sales performance, and customer feedback to identify sourcing opportunities.
Inventory & Order Management
- Forecast demand and proactively manage product availability, minimizing stockouts or overstock situations.
- Track and monitor order fulfillment timelines to ensure timely delivery to customers.
Cost Management & Budgeting
- Analyze costs associated with product sourcing and propose cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
- Develop and manage sourcing budgets, ensuring adherence to financial targets.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Ensure that sourced products meet quality standards and comply with regulatory requirements.
- Conduct quality control checks, address product defects, and ensure timely returns or replacements when necessary.
Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support
- Work closely with marketing, product fulfillment, and sales teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.
- Provide regular updates on sourcing performance, including cost savings, inventory levels, and supplier performance.
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Utilize analytics tools to track sourcing performance, product margins, and sales trends.
- Prepare detailed reports on sourcing activities, product trends, and supplier performance for management.
Process Optimization
- Identify inefficiencies in the sourcing and procurement process and implement improvements.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of sourcing tools and ecommerce platforms to enhance workflow automation and sourcing strategies.
Taking ownership and pride in these tasks will allow you to thrive in this position for the benefit of both your team, Namify and our clients, and most importantly yourself. A reflection of your care and dedication to our client's needs will be seen in the quality of your work, and won't go overlooked. You are to be accountable for results and should take ownership of your area, processes, and communications seriously, while still having a rewarding and pleasant experience working for our company.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
- $18-22.00, depending on experience
- Incentive Bonus
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Medical insurance
- Free Telehealth and Dr. visits through Nice Healthcare
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- $50K Employer Paid Life insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
- Continued Education and Employee Development
- Company sponsored recognition awards, lunches, events
- Credit to our internal employee swag store to pick out products and apparel YOU want!
Requirements
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or a related field or 1-2 years of experience in Ecommerce, Marketing, and/or Supply Chain Management
- Exceptional attention to detail, specifically in contract management and product quality assurance
- Proficiency in sourcing tools, inventory management systems, and ecommerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Amazon Seller Central, NetSuite, Square)
- Strong ability to analyze data, identify trends, and formulate data-driven decisions
- Excellent negotiation skills with a proven track record of securing favorable terms and pricing from suppliers
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for managing vendor relationships and collaborating across departments
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and/or Google Suite (Google Docs, Slides, Sheets)
*Must have proper documentation for employment in the United States*
*Must pass a pre-employment drug screen*
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION FOR
- Previous Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Marketing or Ecommerce experience
THIS POSITION REPORTS TO
- Purchasing Manager,
*Megan Hadlock*
SCHEDULE
- Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm (Full-time)
TRAINING
Training for this position will be completed by the department manager. Training will consist of education on key processes, preparation and staging requirements by customer, location of tools, supplies and materials. You will be trained on how to use the order interface, how to properly read orders and where to look for notes. Additional training will be completed as processes evolve or as required.
SAFETY
Namify enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe working environment. Each incumbent is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling self-aid/buddy-aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks as requested, and serving on safety committees and teams as requested. In addition, the incumbent must accept that they have responsibility for maintaining the safety of themselves and others by adhering to all written and verbal instructions, promptly reporting and/or correcting all hazards or unsafe conditions, questioning nonstandard operations or environmental factors that may involve unmitigated hazards, and providing feedback to site leads and management on all safety issues.
CONFORMANCE STATEMENT
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:
- Perform quality work within deadlines with and without direct supervision.
- Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
- Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
- Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.