Sourcing Assistant

Role DescriptionAs a Sourcing Assistant, you will support sourcing and supplier-related activities to help identify suitable products, suppliers, and commercial opportunities. You will assist with supplier research, quotation coordination, product information, documentation, and follow-up activities while working closely with procurement, purchasing, merchandising, and operations teams.Key responsibilities include:Assist with identifying and researching potential suppliers, products, and sourcing opportunities.Support supplier sourcing activities based on product requirements, specifications, quality standards, pricing, and business needs.Coordinate with suppliers to obtain quotations, product information, specifications, samples, lead times, and commercial terms.Assist with comparing supplier quotations, pricing, product specifications, minimum order quantities, and delivery terms.Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier, product, quotation, and sourcing records.Coordinate supplier communications and follow up on outstanding quotations, documents, samples, and product information.Assist with supplier onboarding, registration, documentation, and information verification.Support product research and market reviews to identify potential products, suppliers, and sourcing opportunities.Prepare sourcing reports, supplier comparisons, quotation summaries, and other relevant documentation.Coordinate with procurement, purchasing, inventory, logistics, merchandising, and other departments on sourcing requirements.Assist with monitoring supplier availability, product lead times, pricing changes, and sourcing-related issues.Identify discrepancies or gaps in supplier information and coordinate appropriate follow-up.Maintain organized sourcing files, supplier databases, quotations, product specifications, and supporting documents.Support sourcing projects, product launches, seasonal activities, and supplier-related initiatives.Assist in improving sourcing processes, supplier information management, cost efficiency, and procurement coordination.Perform other administrative, analytical, and operational duties related to sourcing as required.QualificationsDiploma or Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Merchandising, Marketing, or a related discipline.Good understanding of sourcing, procurement, purchasing, supplier management, and supply chain processes.Strong research, analytical, and numerical skills.Excellent attention to detail when reviewing supplier, product, and pricing information.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Good supplier coordination, negotiation awareness, and follow-up skills.Ability to compare and organize quotations, pricing, specifications, and commercial information.Strong organizational and time-management abilities.Ability to manage multiple sourcing activities, priorities, and deadlines.Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to resolving sourcing issues.Ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams.Familiarity with ERP, procurement, sourcing, supplier management, or e-commerce systems is an advantage.Commercially aware with an interest in products, suppliers, pricing, and market trends.Proactive, responsible, and detail-oriented approach to work.Adaptable to changing product requirements, supplier conditions, and business priorities.Willingness to learn new sourcing tools, systems, procedures, and market information.