Associate Global Sourcing Manager

Associate Global Sourcing Manager
Location: San Diego, CA Hybrid
Length: TBD
Pay: $38/hr - $43/hr (DOE)
Associate Global Sourcing Manager

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents, and people! We are a purpose-driven health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents, and partners. Our core values center around improving lives, driving outstanding results, fostering collaboration, and creating an inclusive environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Interact professionally and effectively through verbal and written communication with all professional contacts, with emphasis on company interests.
• Prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Travel to work with vendors and manufacturers and attend appropriate industry trade shows.
• Effectively analyze data to determine the appropriate course of action.
• Participate in the development, refinement, implementation, and management of the global sourcing strategy for assigned categories.
• Assume the role of project manager for new product development within assigned categories.
• Continually identify, assess, and recommend new suppliers.
• Analyze bids and other data and propose actionable recommendations.
• Conduct or participate in negotiations with suppliers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize sourcing effectiveness.
• Research and analyze the cost, capacity, and delivery history of manufacturers; ensure manufacturers can deliver products that meet specifications and quality standards.
• Continually search for and identify opportunities for cost optimization and margin enhancement throughout the supply chain.
• Identify and communicate issues to appropriate parties and bring them to resolution.
• Manage ongoing vendor performance, including service, quality, and cost.
• Monitor cost and availability trends of key cost factors and recommend appropriate courses of action, including raw materials, packaging materials, labor, and other market factors.
• Perform other related tasks and responsibilities as required, assigned, and directed.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in global sourcing, including experience with manufacturing processes, quality control, and national or specialty chain retailers.
• Working knowledge of import/export practices and manufacturing relationships, including quality control/testing processes, programs, and logistics.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to accomplish goals through partnerships built on mutual trust, fairness, integrity, and honesty.
• Strong negotiation and partnership skills with vendors, suppliers, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse leaders and associates across various levels and functional areas.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and shift focus between tasks with minimal difficulty.
• Ability to champion change initiatives and effectively influence team members.
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn and utilize internal applications.