Director, Global Sourcing

Job Summary

The Director of Global Sourcing will be responsible for supplier evaluation and qualification and supplier relationship management. The Director of Global Sourcing is responsible for cross-functional collaboration with vendor and category teams in procurement as well as the primary contact for compliance groups such as Trade, Product, and Quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the strategic sourcing team and foster a culture of continuous learning, cross functional collaboration, and operational excellence.
• Establish the strategic sourcing function on a global scale to achieve cost optimization, quality, risk mitigation, supply chain continuity, and build comprehensive sourcing strategies for all product lines aligned with overall business objectives.
• Create a global sourcing framework, implementing sourcing policies and business continuity strategies to establish and sustain a high-performing, world-class supplier network.
• Develop cross-functional relationships with merchandising, procurement, transportation, and compliance.
• Build and maintain relationships with key global suppliers to drive continuous performance improvement, and value creation.
• Lead negotiations to achieve optimal total cost, quality, delivery performance, and contract terms.
• Monitor and elevate supplier performance through issue resolution, tracking KPI’s and developing a matrix performance assessment process.
• Analyze market trends and new supplier opportunities whose products align with the specific needs and requirements of Clark’s.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to build a supplier matrix through a new system to capture vendor performance, pricing, mitigate risk, and drive sustainable sourcing practices.

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed while sitting/standing and interfacing with a personal computer.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires occasional bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
• Requires the ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs.

Remote Work Qualifications

• Access to a reliable and secure high-speed internet connection. Cable or fiber internet connections (at least 75mbps download/10mbps upload) are preferred, as satellite connections often cannot support the technologies used to perform day-to-day tasks.
• Access to a home router and modem.
• A dedicated home office space that is noise- and distraction-free. The space should have strong wireless connection or a wired Ethernet connection (wired connection is preferred, if possible).
• A valid, physical address (apartment, suite, etc.). PO Boxes are not supported, as a physical address is required for you to receive your computer equipment.
• The desire and ability to work and communicate with other team members via chat, webcam, etc.
• Legal residents of one of the following states: (AK, AL, AR, AZ, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, or WY). H-1B Visa Sponsorship Not Available, W2 only.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years in global sourcing, 5+ years in people leadership and/or mentorship
• Proven success in strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier relationships.
• Strong international negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication abilities with cross functional teams and senior leaders.

Education

This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else.

Desired Traits & Skills

• Ability to conduct detailed research
• Strong data reporting and analysis skills
• Excellent prioritization and organizational skills
• Clear and effective communication
• Strong computer skills; emphasis in Excel
• Communicate effectively with vendors in foreign languages
• Strong product, global trade, business and industry knowledge

Company Overview

A rapidly growing, multi-divisional company headquartered in Lancaster, Pennsylvania with services supporting all of Clark’s distribution methods in the food service industry.

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• PTO
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Dependent Care FSA
• 401(k) matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Incentives
• Company Discounts
• AT&T & Verizon Discount
• Bonus Opportunities
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Adoption Assistance

Available at HQ Locations Only

• On-Site Fitness Centers
• Dog-friendly Offices