Global Sourcing Intern, Product Development

At SanMar, the work you do makes a difference.

What's the Short Version?

The Global Sourcing Intern, Product Development is responsible for supporting the Global Sourcing team on a temporary basis over a multi-week program, typically 8-12 weeks depending on student schedule and department support needed. We provide training, guidance and support as well as the opportunity to experience the retail and e-Commerce industry from the inside and gain valuable work experience.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Conduct a variety of general administrative & development tasks for a Product Development team.
• Monitor tracking charts and production status reports.
• Help maintain the fabric swatch library and sample racks.
• Support Product Quality efforts.
• Assist in the preparation of samples for development presentations, management meetings, etc.
• May perform data entry activities, database management operations and file maintenance.
• May perform or support special Sustainability or Legal projects.
• Research competitor offerings and compile documentation by building spreadsheets or power point decks.
• Participate in intern cohort activities including: professional development workshops, warehouse tours, and meetings with leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

What Are We Looking For?

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Fashion, Design, Merchandising, or related field.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, analytic, and problem-solving skills
• Strong desire to learn along with professional drive
• Ability to take direction and absorb information quickly
• Administrative skills which must include excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Responsive to staff needs, including professionalism, respect and consideration of others

What's Our Offer?

Pay: You`ll earn $21.50 on an hourly basis.

Paid Time Off: You`ll accrue paid time off on a weekly basis based on hours worked.

What Should You Expect?

Hybrid: SanMar's Eastpointe office is located in Issaquah, WA in the Seattle metropolitan area. Employees are required to work in our offices Tuesday through Thursday each week and additional days may be added based on business needs. Our standard working hours are 8:00-5:00 PST. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work environment is moderately quiet. Ability to work on computer for multiple hours with frequent interruptions. Quarterly travel may be required.

Why Work at SanMar?

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. They bring their talent, passion and dedication to work with them every day. Their hard work inspires us and gives us purpose. We love working here together. Whether you work in our headquarters, from your home or in one of our distribution centers across North America, we believe that investing in you is just the right thing to do. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health and well-being, life balance, career growth and (eventually) retirement. SanMar works with brands you already know, like Nike, The North Face and Brooks Brothers, as well as providing industry-leading private label apparel and accessories. Our people come to work excited to do their part, providing clothing that helps people feel that they’re a part of something special. Here’s your chance to be a part of this story. If you’re ready to work in a place where your participation matters and your growth is a priority, we’re ready for you.

SanMar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, whoever you love or follow in faith, whatever your disability or superpower status, whichever ethnicity or gender you identify with, you are welcome at SanMar. SanMar participates in E-Verify.