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Procurement AssistantStand Out For Good • Knoxville, TN, United States
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Procurement Assistant

Procurement Assistant

Stand Out For Good • Knoxville, TN, United States
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Corporate Office - Knoxville, TN

Who Are We?

We are a family of brands that brings together our love for fashion and caring for others. Every day, our mission is to help the less fortunate and make a difference in the world. We have over 160 locations in 38 states across our five brands; and we're looking to grow each brand substantially over the next three years.

Our Mission

"Stand Out. For Good". At Altar'd State, those four words are more than just than just our motto, they are why we exist. From Mission Mondays, where 10% of our net proceeds go directly to local charitable organizations, to our long-standing partnership with Coprodeli USA, in which we are in the process of building 22 schools for impoverished communities in Peru, we are committed to giving back in meaningful ways to those in need.

The Role

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and business-savvy Procurement Assistant to join our team. This role is critical in driving the success of our windows, activations, and experiential projects by managing procurement operations, planning allocations, vendor relationships, and ensuring strict budget adherence. The Procurement Assistant will play a key role in analyzing financial data, optimizing logistics, and supporting procurement strategies that balance cost, quality, and timing.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Vendor Management

  • Support sourcing, purchasing, and negotiations with vendors to ensure competitive pricing, quality standards, and on-time delivery.
  • Build and maintain strong vendor relationships while resolving issues related to product quality, lead times, or logistics.
  • Track and evaluate vendor performance against cost, service, and compliance metrics.
  • Maintain accurate and organized purchase records, contracts, and agreements.

Planning & Allocation

  • Partner with cross-functional teams to determine allocation plans that align with seasonal strategies and project timelines.
  • Coordinate the distribution of assets across stores, balancing business needs with available budget and supply.
  • Conduct case-pack and linear footage analysis to ensure accurate allocation and inventory optimization.

    • Budget & Financial Management

  • Assist with annual and seasonal budget planning, tracking actual vs. planned spend.
  • Conduct variance analysis and provide insights on cost savings, overages, and ROI.
  • Prepare financial reports and dashboards for store review.
  • Partner with finance and internal teams to ensure fiscal discipline.

    • Data Analysis & Reporting

  • Manage and update procurement dashboards with metrics such as shipping costs, damages / missing items, and replacements.
  • Perform time-study analysis for store installations to forecast labor hours and cost efficiency.
  • Create data models in Excel to analyze trends and provide recommendations.

    • Logistics & Operations

  • Manage logistics of shipping, freight, and delivery schedules to ensure timely arrivals of materials and activations.
  • Coordinate packing specifications and monitor quality checks for store installations.
  • Troubleshoot delays and propose proactive solutions to mitigate risks.

    • Qualifications

  • Degree in , Finance, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
  • 2+ years of procurement, supply chain, or financial planning experience.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, macros, scenario modeling).
  • Strong financial and business acumen with experience in budget management.
  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to balance multiple projects under tight deadlines with attention to detail.
  • Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional partners and external vendors.

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in retail, experiential design, or consumer-facing industries.
  • Familiarity with procurement dashboards, ERP systems, or project management tools.
  • Knowledge of logistics carriers (LTL, FedEx, XPO, etc.) and shipping optimization.
  • Analytical thinker with the ability to turn data into actionable insights.
  • Proactive, resourceful, and able to anticipate business needs.

    • Stand Out For Good, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

    We are proud to share that our associates have made us one of Fortune's Best Companies to Work For! Recently, our team has received the following recognition :

  • #73 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2023
  • #4 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail™ 2022
  • #93 in Best Workplaces for Millennials™ 2023
  • #34 in Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ 2022
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