Job Title
Strategic Sourcing Manager
- Summary : We seek a seasoned professional to lead our branded merchandise sourcing strategy in North America.
As the bridge between suppliers and internal teams, you will drive value, ensure compliance, and unlock growth opportunities. You'll oversee supplier selection, negotiations, and performance management, develop strategic alliances, partner with merchandising and product teams, and manage pricing models and sourcing strategies.
Key Responsibilities :
Lead supplier selection, negotiations, and performance managementDevelop strategic alliances and foster C-level supplier relationshipsPartner with merchandising and product teams to identify new opportunitiesManage pricing models, rate cards, and sourcing strategiesEnsure compliance with logistics, ethical sourcing, and product testingAnalyze spend data and optimize vendor base for competitive advantageDrive KPIs and serve as a key escalation point for supplier issuesRequirements :
10+ years in Branded Merchandise sourcing or supplier salesStrong negotiation and project management skillsDeep understanding of logistics, compliance, and ethical sourcingExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilitiesProficiency in Excel and data analysisA proactive, collaborative mindset with a passion for innovation