Brand Overview:maurices is a women’s apparel retailer that celebrates feel good fashion for real life. It’s committed to its service with style promise and offering affordable fashion that takes women from workday to weekend and all of life’s adventures in between. With inclusive sizing from 0-24, maurices is famous for its versatile styles including key categories such as denim, dresses, tops, and more. Established in 1931, maurices operates 935 stores in communities across North America. Discover even more fashion at maurices.com.

Ready to apply? We currently have an opportunity for a Assistant, Product Management & Sourcing - maurices to join our team located at our Corporate Office-maurices-Duluth, MN 55802.

Ready to help bring feel good fashion for real life™ to hometowns across North America?  Join our family of amazing individuals in our corporate office in Duluth, Minnesota, ranked one of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in 2019. Since 1931, we’ve helped women look and feel their best every day — making maurices not only a special place to shop, but a great place to work and connect. Apply today!

Position Overview:The Assistant, Product Management and Sourcing generally supports on one or two departments in partnership with an Associate or Manager.Performance requirementsSupport product managers in the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from concept to delivery. - Assist in the identification and evaluation of vendor partners to ensure high-quality and cost-effective sourcing.Manage communication and workflow between cross functional partners including merchandising, design, technical design, and vendorsMonitor and manage production timelines to meet deadlines and ensure timely delivery.Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate terms, resolve issues, and build strong partnerships.Assist in the development of product briefs and specifications for new and existing products.Contribute to the continuous improvement of sourcing processes and strategies.Provide administrative support to the Product Management and Sourcing teams as needed, including managing samples and mail.Work Experience and education requirementsBachelor's degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.Knowledge of the fashion retail industry and product development processes.Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Location:Corporate Office-maurices-Duluth, MN 55802Position Type:Regular/Full time

Pay Range:

Annual Salary: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels. It is our policy in all personnel actions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices. All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business.