NOBULL is a wellness community that invites and challenges individuals who aspire to be a better version of themselves physically, mentally, and emotionally. Through footwear, apparel, nutrition and a winning mentality, we provide the plays and playbook for your personal pursuit of self-improvement. Our company is comprised of a small team of bright, passionate, and hardworking individuals dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives.
The Materials Sourcing Associate plays a key role in building and maintaining NOBULL’s material library and supporting the process of evaluating new materials for manufacturing viability. Working cross-functionally with internal teams and external vendor partners, this role collaborates with Sourcing, Design, Development, Quality Assurance, and Engineering to identify new and innovative materials to be used in NOBULL’s apparel and footwear.
Responsibilities:
Update and organize NOBULL’s physical and digital material libraries
Collaborate with Design and Development Teams, acting as the go-to expert for new and existing materials
Expand NOBULL’s material library by sourcing both new and innovative materials, as well as alternatives to existing materials
Build and maintain genuine internal and external relationships
Understand material properties and how they contribute to desired performance qualities
Coordinate and communicate with external vendors in order to obtain material samples and information
Attend material trade shows to discover new materials for future products
Participate in evening or early morning calls with our development team in China and factory partners, as needed
~5% - 20% regional and international travel
All other duties as assigned by the Sourcing Manager and/or leadership team
Requirements:
Previous vendor management experience
1+ years of product development, production, and/or sourcing experience in footwear or apparel preferred
Valid passport or ability to apply for one
Ability to follow strict protocols and SOPs
Strong interpersonal and communication skills in the English language; business proficiency in Mandarin, Cantonese, and/or Vietnamese is a huge plus
Technology savvy with proficiency in Apple products, Microsoft Office, and PLM software
Relentless attention to detail with exceptional organizational skills
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and move between them quickly
Flexible, embraces change, and excels in a fast-paced environment
Proactive and positive mindset, ready to seek answers with minimal direction at times
Critical thinking and the ability to consider a project/problem from multiple viewpoints
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