Assistant Sourcing Analyst at Standard Textile in Cincinnati, OH
- Company: Standard Textile
- Location: Cincinnati, OH
- Posted: Sep 19, 2026
- Type: Full-time
Overview
The Assistant Sourcing Analyst will support the Sourcing and R&D teams in managing product development activities, organizing samples, maintaining product documentation, and coordinating cross-functional projects. This role serves as a key link between internal stakeholders and global supplier partn…
Job description
- The Assistant Sourcing Analyst will support the Sourcing and R&D teams in managing product development activities, organizing samples, maintaining product documentation, and coordinating cross-functional projects. This role serves as a key link between internal stakeholders and global supplier partners, helping ensure the efficient execution of sourcing and development initiatives.
- Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, this position will collaborate regularly with team members and business partners across Turkey, India, Pakistan, and China, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a global environment. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented, highly organized individual who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced, and evolving business environment.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate sample requests, shipments, and deliveries to support product development and prototyping activities.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and tracking systems for development samples.
- Partner with Sourcing and R&D teams to organize products and materials for laboratory and performance testing.
- Review, summarize, and distribute testing results and laboratory reports to project stakeholders.
- Support product development and sourcing initiatives by managing project timelines, documentation, and follow-up activities.
- Lead projects of varying complexity independently or in collaboration with Sourcing Analysts and cross-functional team members.
- Consolidate outbound shipments to maximize efficiency while monitoring delivery performance and shipment status.
- Coordinate with logistics providers and internal stakeholders to resolve customs clearance issues and shipment delays.
- Manage supplier documentation, onboarding activities, and new vendor setup processes.
- Assist with data collection, reporting, and analysis to support sourcing decisions and project tracking.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration between domestic and international team members and supplier partners.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Textile, fabric, sourcing, product development, or related industry experience preferred.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across cultures and time zones.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Experience working with international teams, suppliers, or manufacturing partners.
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and adapting to changing business priorities.
- Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and a continuous improvement mindset.
Skills
Required
- Organizational
- Analytical
- Problem-solving
- Communication
- Self-motivated
- Detail-oriented
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Initiative
- Accountability
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Excel
Benefits
- Competitive pay with Career Growth Opportunities
- Full benefits — medical, dental, vision
- Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave
- 401k plan with company match
- “Dress for Your Day” (business casual) Dress Code
- Discount on Standard Textile Products
- Hybrid working environment, both onsite and remote
- The hybrid schedule for this role includes in-office work on Tuesdays - Thursdays, and additional onsite days may be required during the training period. Associates are expected to be in the office during this time.
About Standard Textile
At Standard Textile, we’re dedicated to providing comfort and care across generations. Guided by our values, we focus on solutions that serve our customers, support our associates, and strengthen our communities. Since 1940, we’ve remained committed to creating better textiles—delivered seamlessly by experts who care. We’re passionate about creating innovative textiles and services that provide people around the world a healthier, more gratifying, and more inspiring life. Founded in 1940, Standard Textile has developed a culture of innovation, quality, and service. With more than 150 patents, our products are engineered to deliver durability, longevity, and value. A vertically integrated company, we're the leading global provider of total solutions in the institutional textiles and apparel markets. Leveraging textile design, manufacturing, and laundry expertise, and our global infrastructure, we serve customers in the healthcare, hospitality, interiors, workwear, and consumer markets worldwide. We have been inspiring care, comfort, and change in our communities for more than 85 years. While our business is creating innovative textiles, it’s our purpose that guides the solutions we offer and drives how we treat our customers, our associates, and the impact we make in our communities. We hold ourselves to a higher standard. A higher standard for why we exist, for how we create, and for what's next. Standard Textile has been selected as US Best Managed Company for a fourth consecutive year! Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies and the achievements of their management teams.