Reporting to the Sr. Director of Global Sourcing – Softgoods, we are seeking a Sr. Global Sourcing Manager to join our talented Softgoods team. In this role, you will collaborate on and implement an enterprise-wide sourcing strategy. This includes partnering closely with product teams across our portfolio of brands to collaboratively define and refine an optimized finished goods sourcing strategy and seasonal allocation that meets consumer expectations, supports unique needs such as innovation and sustainability but also builds scale and leverage when and where possible. You will also help to establish and grow supplier partnerships and manage and improve performance.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Execute global sourcing strategies to improve leverage, service, quality and total cost of ownership across a global spend portfolio while also balancing diversification and risk
- Lead sourcing processes across assigned category and collaboratively support seasonal product development process and timelines by managing supplier selection, costing, lead times, MOQs, capacity forecasting and maintenance of sourcing records.
- Foster new and existing supplier relationships and performance and negotiate, implement and manage supplier onboarding, contracts, compliance, exclusivity and NDA agreements
- Maintain broad knowledge of global market trends for assigned categories and conduct regular benchmarking exercises to evaluate costs and capabilities of incumbent and potential new suppliers globally
- Influence continuous process and tool improvement opportunities to help improve efficiencies and profitability within the department
- Work in collaboration with Global and HQ teams across R&D, QA/QC, manufacturing, supply chain to qualify new sources of supply
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant area required
- Minimum 8 years of experience in sourcing, development, or planning including Mill partner selection and management
- Advanced knowledge of softgoods manufacturing, procurement and supply chain
- Strong influencing/negotiation skills and change management experience with the ability to successfully manage complexity and multiple priorities
- Quick learner with interest in understanding and applying global supplier best practices
- Ability to work independently to deliver results and influence stakeholders internally and externally
- Ability to take accountability for driving results and overcoming challenges
- Demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects across categories, commodities, suppliers and both HQ and Global business functions
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency
GEOGRAPHY
This role is based in Bozeman, MT.
