Sourcing Manager
Core
Run product sourcing initiatives, negotiate high-stakes vendor contracts, and optimize the supply chain for shipping, industrial, and packaging materials.
Role type
Senior sourcing manager (supply chain)
Builds
Product sourcing, vendor selection, and new product development for assigned categories
Domain
Industrial distribution and supply chain
Required skills
Negotiation, vendor relationship management, cost analysis, quality standards management, project management, team coaching
Preferred skills
International vendor management, new product development, market trend analysis
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Own product sourcing and vendor selection; Lead negotiations with domestic and international vendors; Communicate with vendors on performance and quality; Build relationships with internal teams; Coach and develop a team of Product Management Analysts
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership