Entry Level Sourcing Associate Jobs
New grad sourcing associate jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where internship work or hands-on procurement coursework can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services and Retail, with employers like Alvarez & Marsal and Lands' End hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
This is a hybrid role with three weeks per month onsite (Mon. – Thurs.). The fourth week is fully remote.
We are seeking an Associate Sourcing Manager to partner closely with the Sourcing Manager to support product development and sourcing programs from concept through production. In this role, you will manage timelines, costing, vendor communication, and cross‑functional collaboration to ensure high‑quality products are delivered on time and in line with business objectives.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own execution of product development with guidance from the Sourcing Manager, serving as a key liaison between Design, Merchants, and suppliers.
- Manage time and action calendars, including negotiating and analyzing vendor lead times to maximize flexibility and speed.
- Analyze and negotiate product costing, cost breakdowns, and minimum order quantity (MOQ) requirements.
- Support sourcing strategy for assigned categories, including identifying opportunities for new suppliers, factories, or markets.
- Assist with counter‑sourcing and development initiatives to maintain competitive cost and lead times.
- Partner cross‑functionally to resolve development and production issues.
- Participate in weekly Omni meetings to surface issues and drive resolution.
- Validate and coordinate liabilities and debit notes with internal partners.
- Support quality assurance by reviewing product testing reports and attending fittings as needed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in sourcing and development strongly preferred, including knowledge fabric construction.
- Minimum of 2-3 years' experience in sourcing, product development, or related area.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to prioritize work and operate independently while collaborating across teams.
- Proven experience building long‑term supplier relationships and negotiating strategic agreements.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with PLM and business systems preferred.
- Knowledge of garment construction and production is a plus.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, apparel/retail merchandising, business, marketing or a related field.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
INTRODUCTION
This is a hybrid role with three weeks per month onsite (Mon. – Thurs.). The fourth week is fully remote.
We are seeking an Associate Sourcing Manager to partner closely with the Sourcing Manager to support product development and sourcing programs from concept through production. In this role, you will manage timelines, costing, vendor communication, and cross‑functional collaboration to ensure high‑quality products are delivered on time and in line with business objectives.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own execution of product development with guidance from the Sourcing Manager, serving as a key liaison between Design, Merchants, and suppliers.
- Manage time and action calendars, including negotiating and analyzing vendor lead times to maximize flexibility and speed.
- Analyze and negotiate product costing, cost breakdowns, and minimum order quantity (MOQ) requirements.
- Support sourcing strategy for assigned categories, including identifying opportunities for new suppliers, factories, or markets.
- Assist with counter‑sourcing and development initiatives to maintain competitive cost and lead times.
- Partner cross‑functionally to resolve development and production issues.
- Participate in weekly Omni meetings to surface issues and drive resolution.
- Validate and coordinate liabilities and debit notes with internal partners.
- Support quality assurance by reviewing product testing reports and attending fittings as needed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in sourcing and development strongly preferred, including knowledge fabric construction.
- Minimum of 2-3 years' experience in sourcing, product development, or related area.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to prioritize work and operate independently while collaborating across teams.
- Proven experience building long‑term supplier relationships and negotiating strategic agreements.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with PLM and business systems preferred.
- Knowledge of garment construction and production is a plus.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, apparel/retail merchandising, business, marketing or a related field.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Entry Level Sourcing Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level sourcing associate job?
Start by highlighting any coursework, internships, or club experience involving purchasing, vendor research, or supply chain coordination. Employers at this level look for candidates who can follow procurement processes, communicate clearly with suppliers, and work with spreadsheets or basic procurement software. Tailoring your resume to show attention to detail and comfort with data gives you a real edge over other new applicants.
Which companies hire entry level sourcing associates?
Companies hiring entry level sourcing associates right now include Alvarez & Marsal and Lands' End, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a wide range of employers including manufacturers, retailers, healthcare systems, and logistics companies that maintain active procurement teams and regularly bring on junior staff.
Are there remote entry level sourcing associate jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level lean on-site. About 100% of entry level sourcing associate openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote roles more common at larger companies or in categories like indirect spend and vendor management where daily warehouse presence is not required.
Are these new grad sourcing associate jobs?
Yes, many of these postings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A new-grad-friendly sourcing associate posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or relevant coursework toward qualifications, and may value a demonstrated interest in supply chain over a long work history.
Which industries hire the most entry level sourcing associates?
Entry Level sourcing associate roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive junior hiring because they maintain large and complex supplier networks that require dedicated team members to handle research, vendor outreach, and purchase order coordination at the ground level.