Product Sourcing Leader
Core
Lead sourcing and supplier capability input to product development and portfolio planning for the Food category, ensuring feasibility, cost, and readiness from early development to launch.
Role type
Senior sourcing leader (Food category)
Builds
Sourcing strategies, supplier partnerships, and product launch readiness for the IKEA Food value chain.
Domain
Retail / Food & Beverage / Sourcing & Supply Chain
Required skills
Sourcing strategy, supplier capability assessment, product development lifecycle, portfolio planning, cost analysis, risk assessment, stakeholder coordination, RFQ/RFP/RFI management, data-driven decision making
Preferred skills
Food industry context, strategic partnerships, supplier consolidation, scenario planning
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead sourcing and supplier capability input to product development and portfolio planning; Use supplier competence early to secure realistic product development, cost and availability preconditions; Provide sourcing expertise to development teams and decide on development suppliers; Evaluate sourcing alternatives including strategic partnerships; Secure implementation and on-time sales start; Coordinate product development agreements and sourcing readiness; Lead creation and implementation of segment sourcing strategies; Identify supplier capability gaps and consolidation opportunities; Lead or coordinate RFQs, RFPs and RFIs; Drive fact-based decisions through data, risk assessment and scenario planning.