Sourcing skills upgrade

On the 16th March 2011, UK Fashion & Textile Association (UKFT) will host an Essential Sourcing Skills

workshop in London. The workshop is based on the work Industry Forum has carried out with retailers and manufacturers worldwide and the experience of Clothesource in understanding global sourcing trends.

The Essential Sourcing Skills programme combines the overall appreciation of strategic sourcing with the practicalities of building and developing a sustainable business partnership between retailer and manufacturer. The workshop will cover questions such as ‘Global risks in the current climate’, ‘Today’s opportunities’, and ‘Sourcing trends’.

The workshop focuses on buyers, sourcing managers, merchandisers, designers and technical services from fashion and apparel companies, both small and medium sized. Academics are eligible for a 25% discount.