Serving the needs of all families with young children, Carter’s Inc. is the largest North American apparel retailer exclusively for babies and young children, encompassing Carter’s, OshKosh B’gosh, Skip*Hop and Little Planet brands. Meaningful work, constant learning, genuine people, and a community guided by core values that promote inclusion and innovation is in everything we do. There are many reasons to build your career at Carter's.

KEY JOB ACTIVITIES (IMPORTANT TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES)

• Purchasing analysis to ensure the correct mix of categories, annual increases in line with company growth, and external client budgets.
• Pre-season coverage analysis through database management to review and audit purchases based on system reports (Tableau & Omnia).
• Evaluation and reconciliation of wholesale purchases vs. budget (Open to Buy), growth vs. previous season, and customer mix, in coordination with the Planning team.
• Review and tracking of merchandise delivery dates from countries of origin, as well as preparation of compliance reports for external suppliers (factories).
• Communication with factories in Asia to ensure product delivery in accordance with agreed-upon dates.
• Coordination with external suppliers (forwarders) to review itineraries, bookings, and shipments from Asia.
• Internal communication (Sales, Merchandising, Planning)

SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES / BUDGETING / EXTERNAL COMMUNICATION

• External communication with Carters USA teams (Operations, Merchandising, Planning, Global Sourcing, Factories in Asia)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM COMPETENCIES REQUIRED FOR JOB PERFORMANCE)

• Strong analytical skills, teamwork, negotiation, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and advanced Excel skills.
• Conversational English level.

PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, International Business, or a related field.
• +2 years of experience (preferred)