Furniture Sourcing and Quality Specialist

Furniture Sourcing and Quality Specialist
Article, Mexico

Experience
1 Year
Salary
0 - 0
Job Type
Job Shift
Job Category
Traveling
No
Career Level
Telecommute
Qualification
As mentioned in job details
Total Vacancies
1 Job
Posted on
Mar 5, 2021
Last Date
Apr 5, 2021
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Job Description

Hey, we’re Article. We’re a digital-first furniture brand that’s working to make everyday living better by providing an easy way for people to furnish their space. We don’t have brick and mortar stores, so we’re able to deliver better value on beautiful, modern furniture. Recently named one of Canada’s fastest growing companies for the second year in a row, we’re on the hunt for talented, enthusiastic team members to join us. This new role will be working remotely, in Monterrey Mexico.



We’re looking for a Furniture Sourcing and Quality Specialist who has experience in sourcing, product development, vendor management and furniture or product experience. In this new role you will be evaluating vendor capabilities, capacities, following up on product development and quality as we diversify our vendor base into North America. Based in Mexico this will allow us to take advantage of shorter lead times, skilled vendors and labor force and USMCA trade agreements.


What you’ll do:

  • Identify and evaluate potential vendors who are well aligned with Article expectations
  • Visit vendors, conduct factory audits, in-line and pre-shipment inspections.
  • Manage vendor performance, development and the overall relationship
  • Set and implement vendor goals related to quality, price, capacity and process efficiency
  • Follow up sampling of raw material and finished product vendor to meet project deadlines
  • Utilize project management software to input new vendor information, validate, follow up on various tasks and product developments and ensure stakeholders are informed
  • Establish and keep an updated register of product specifications, labelling and warnings
  • Evaluate new product samples, materials and implement and/or propose design changes and quality improvements on new and existing products
  • Negotiate raw material and finished product prices as needed
  • Coordinate product testing at vendors and third-party laboratories
  • Collaborate with multiple departments to define or improve requirements and processes
  • Monitor product quality, conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions at vendors
  • Coordinate with the Quality Assurance team in the event of a product quarantine or recall, and work with the vendor on a timely resolution of the issue

Requirements

  • Candidate should have a bachelors or other post-secondary certification in a related field
  • Experience in a Sourcing or Quality Assurance role within the furniture industry
  • Technical knowledge of case goods or upholstered furniture, compliance and lean manufacturing
  • Ability to work with a high level of autonomy and build relationships while working virtually across the organization
  • Previous exposure managing vendor relationships and negotiating
  • Strong analytical, communication and organizational skills
  • Results oriented, proactive, persuasive, curious, and eager to learn
  • Spanish and English fluency

Benefits

We want Article to be an amazing place to work, beyond a competitive salary, we provide:

  • A team-oriented work environment. Article is lucky to employ a wide range of experts, and seeks to facilitate a culture of mentorship and curiosity. We take on the job learning seriously, and we have a lot of fun doing it.
  • State-of-the-art laptops with the tech and tools to easily collaborate while being remote
  • Be a part of a fast-growing company and an internationally recognized brand as we expand our operations into Vietnam.
  • We want Particles to have a sense of ownership, be truly invested in the long-term interests of the company, we offer stock options after one year of employment

Ready to become a Particle? Apply today. We're excited to meet you.

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