Coordinator, Product Development & Sourcing Accessories

About Us

At J.Jill, we believe our associates should be seen, valued, and celebrated.
We support the advancement of our associates by harnessing their unique contributions to grow and improve, and our success is guided by a culture that values keeping it simple and making it matter.
J.Jill is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and professional workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
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Overview

Executes the day-to-day tasks necessary to assist with the execution of data entry to support the manager in the sourcing related and manufacturing monitoring functions.
Works closely with internal cross-functional teams in Product Development, Merchandising and Inventory Management as well as with overseas offices, agents, and vendors.
Collaborates to help ensure execution of on time seasonal order entry for Apparel and Accessories areas to ensure on time order commitment and follow up.

Responsibilities

Works closely with Sourcing Manager to ensure PLM system details are maintained and accurate.
Oversees BOM and quote creation at the time of development.
Administers PLM maintenance from allocation through order commitment.
Supports the Sourcing Manager in the creation of the seasonal early buy chart and help communicate variances that occur with key stakeholders.
Adheres to PLM milestone deadline dates from development though commitment/ final investment.
Assists in communicating bulk quantities for each seasonal delivery to agents.
Manages Purchase Order Changes and communicate those changes both internally (Planning and System Administration) and externally (Agent/Suppliers)
Liaises with cross functional team members in Planning to confirm trigger program changes and communicate those details to the external suppliers and System Administration.
Processes delivery extensions and shortages with Agents, Planners, and Administration team after discussion with manager
Organizes reorders/chase product inquiries with external partners with guidance from manager.
Qualifications Effectively communicate in written and verbal form
Ability to self-manage and prioritize workload
Work as a member of a team
Proactive problem-solving skills
Strong Computer skills:
Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, PLM
Detail oriented and highly organized to be able to work on multiple projects at once
Sense of urgency in managing time and accomplishing tasks
Flexibility
Strong desire to learn
Physical Requirements:
Sedentary work, prolonged periods of time working at a desk and on a computer.
Ability to communicate information and observe details at close range.
Light lifting may be required
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree preferred
2+ years' experience

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

Our Brand

J.Jill is a national lifestyle brand that provides apparel, footwear and accessories designed to help its customers move through a full life with ease.
The brand represents an easy, thoughtful, and inspired style that celebrates the totality of all women and designs its products with its core brand ethos in mind:
keep it simple and make it matter.
J.
Jill offers a high touch customer experience through over 200 stores nationwide and a robust ecommerce platform.
J.Jill is headquartered outside Boston.