THE ROLE 

As part of the Sourcing team at ASOS, you will play an important part of helping the Sourcing team uphold the Ethical and Sustainable principles of the Company and ensure that all ASOS OB suppliers are fit for purpose and deliver “Fashion with Integrity”. This will encompass managing current supplier relationships and supplier on-boarding. Working closely with ASOS retail teams and suppliers, our mission is to deliver a transparent sustainable supply base which can deliver our ‘Fashion with Integrity’ strategy.  

THE TEAM 

ASOS is one of the UK’s top fashion and beauty destinations, expanding globally at a rapid pace. Our values are to be authentic, brave, and creative, and we live and breathe these in everything we do.  

The Sourcing team work closely with Procurement, Supply Chain, Buying, Merchandising and Garment Technical teams. ASOS aims to deliver first to market product with innovative sustainable materials. We love our customer and take their feedback seriously; we want to ensure we keep them engaged with the positive changes we make. Our mission is to ‘change our buying habits so our customers don’t have to’. 
 

What you’ll be doing…  

Supporting Supplier Management 

• The job of the Sourcing Partner is to deliver the Sourcing strategy and various objectives of the sourcing department in collaboration with the Head of Sourcing 

• Working closely with the Ethical, Sustainable and Fabric teams to deliver our “fashion with integrity” objectives commercially, driving strategic business change and global growth.  

• Supplier introduction, onboarding, development, and ongoing relationship management. 

• Improving buying and merchandising intelligence including training and the production and management of the scorecard. 

• Global initiatives in sourcing, fabric, and production development. 

• Collaboration with suppliers on cross-costing initiatives and improving visibility of the fully vertical process. 

• Collaboration with supply chain and logistics on network shipping and development of Fulfilment Centres. 

• Contributing ideas and feedback to support the continuous development of the team. 

• Working closely with colleagues at every level from other departments in the business including buying, merchandising, technology, logistics, supply chain, compliance, ethical trade and sustainable fashion. 

• Responsible for publishing monthly supplier comms to the business. 

• Managing the Sourcing/ Branded Engagement Administrator. 

Managing and analysing data  

• Managing relationships with buyers and suppliers - highlights any issues and works with the retail teams to resolve them in a timely manner 

• Schedules regular updates with retail teams on sourcing requirements and supplier status 

• Managing relationships with top 20 suppliers - regular updates and an in-depth understanding of the supplier’s capabilities 

• Manages sourcing projects - ensures completion of projects in a professional and timely manner 

• First line approval of new supplier set ups - manages sign off with key stakeholders 

• Working with the Head of Sourcing to scope out new potential suppliers 

• Owns the Sourcing Response Form for any new proposed suppliers 

• Travel - able to travel on their own on behalf of ASOS 

• Attending Sourcing Fairs/ Trade Fairs and providing feedback to be given to the wider business 

• Responsible for checking and signing off supplier roll and quarterly sourcing updates 

• Has the ability to run reports and pull together financial analysis, a good understanding of Excel is essential 

  

We’d love to meet someone with…  

• A background in Fashion Retail, in a Sourcing or related role    

• Strong relationship building and stakeholder management skills  

• Knowledge of international suppliers, supplier set up and onboarding processes  

• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of Excel  

• Flexibility to travel, as required  

• The ability to work cross-functionally with other areas of Retail, including Buying, Merchandising, Fabric, Ethical and Sustainable teams  

• A passion for the ASOS brand, values and 'Fashion with Integrity' strategy  

• The ability to work within a fast-paced environment  

• Strong communication and presentation skills  

• Experience of managing and developing a team  

  

What's in it for you?  

• Competitive salary, bonus, and pension matching  

• Life insurance, free private medical care, cycle to work scheme + more  

• A bespoke flexible benefits scheme catered to you  

• Best in class Learning & Development schemes and career development programmes  

• 25 days holiday + never work on your birthday again!  

• Free modern onsite gym, plus personal training, and wellness rooms  

• A dynamic social environment, from company-wide sports days, charity days, ‘Give A Week Away’ opportunities to visit our charity partners in India & company-wide celebrations to name just a few  

• Huge staff discounts and sample sales