The Sourcing Manager will assume responsibility for sourcing and managing the direct imports supply portfolio, identifying cost saving opportunities, and managing the end-to-end product and supplier lifecycle
Job Summary
The Sourcing Manager will assume responsibility for sourcing and managing the direct imports supply portfolio, identifying cost saving opportunities, and managing the end-to-end product and supplier lifecycle.
Key responsibilities include developing and managing sourcing strategies, leading supplier negotiations to mitigate cost inflation, and analyzing industry trends to minimize risk and exploit emerging opportunities.
The role requires a proactive individual with strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills, capable of managing multiple priorities under limited supervision.
Matching Summary
The Sourcing Manager will assume responsibility for sourcing and managing the direct imports supply portfolio, identifying cost saving opportunities, and managing the end-to-end product and supplier lifecycle.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
direct imports supply portfolio management
cost saving opportunity identification
competitive environment creation
creative negotiation
contract execution facilitation
end to end product management
supplier relationship management
Nice-to-have
healthy and productive influencing ability
gains respect and confidence of others
builds constructive and effective relationships
fosters open communications and candid discussions
ability to operate at strategic and tactical level
Key Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related discipline
Minimum 3-5 years Global Sourcing, Supply Chain, Category Management
Sourcing, Purchasing experience required
Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications
Ability to analyze and interpret common accounting procedures
Excellent phone, written and verbal communication skills