senior sourcing manager

The Clearing House Payments Company

<div><p><b>Position Summary</b>: This Senior Sourcing Manager, Procurement is responsible for the end-to-end procurement process within areas of assigned responsibility. This includes sourcing, negotiations, contract lifecycle management, cost savings initiatives, and purchase order management while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. This position will commit approximately 10% of time to support contract administrative activities.</p>
<div><b>Essential Functions and Responsibilities:</b><br>
<ul><li>Execute procurement activities in supporting company goals and objectives</li><li>Responsible for contract and purchase order lifecycle &ndash; track and manage contracts, purchase orders, RFPs, RFQs, Supplier onboarding, etc.</li><li>Negotiate or renegotiate business terms in contracts, including pricing with vendors, to deliver greatest value to the Company</li><li>Complete opportunity assessments for cost savings, streamlined vendor utilization</li><li>Identify potential vendors with knowledge of vendor utilization across departments and coordinate due diligence activities across the Company as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams among business stakeholders, legal, information security, vendor risk management and finance functions</li><li>Adhere to company risk management/control framework</li><li>Support execution of procurement activities within Ariba Contract and Procurement modules as needed: contract workspace management and purchase order creation and release</li></ul></div>
<div><b>Qualifications Required:</b><br>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree; equivalent education and experience will be considered</li><li>Minimum of 10 years of work experience in purchasing field</li><li>Experience administering and overseeing full end-to-end Source to Pay function &ndash; Contract Management, Purchasing &amp; Invoicing</li><li>Demonstrate effective communication, influencing and problem-solving skills</li><li>Highly organized, detail oriented, and ability to multi-task</li></ul></div>
<div><b>Qualifications Desired:</b><br>
<ul><li>Purchasing experience in technology and financial services</li><li>MBA degree, Six Sigma training a plus</li><li>Knowledge and prior use of Ariba Contract Management and Procure-to-Pay system</li><li>Successful track record in a hybrid procurement model</li></ul></div>
<p><b>Physical Demands and Work Environment: </b>The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available. Travel may be required. Candidates will report to the office three days each week. Onsite work requirements may change at any time.</p>
<p><b>About The Clearing House: </b>The Clearing House (TCH) is a banking association and payments company that is owned by the largest commercial banks in the United States. TCH owns and operates the core payments system infrastructure in the US and is currently working to modernize that infrastructure by launching a new, ubiquitous, real-time payment system. TCH is the only private-sector ACH and wire operator in the US, clearing and settling nearly $2 trillion in US dollar payments each day, representing half of all commercial ACH and wire volume. TCH has provided critical services to the banking industry since 1853, and today, our core products facilitate services including Direct Deposit of payroll, bill payments, and check image exchange.</p></div>

Senior Sourcing Manager, Procurement

The Clearing House

Boehringer Ingelheim

<div></div><div><div><div><div><p>The basic purpose of this role is to implement the sourcing strategy for the local categories in line with the overall BI sourcing strategy to constantly increase productivity, optimize the external global spend, reduce costs. This position will require prior experience in Sourcing of raw material/packaging materials and strong familiarity with manufacturing operations. Desired category expertise would be in secondary and tertiary packaging materials. The incumbent will develop local strategy for decentralized categories according to the centrally stipulated Target Operating Model (TOM). As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.
</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties &amp; Responsibilities
</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>Implements complex Category Strategy following TOM and develops it for de-centralized model (incl. Complex and/or high spend negotiation) and inform accordingly local BPs.
</li><li>Brings potential innovation to BI and local market intelligence.
</li><li>Identifies, evaluates and classifies sourcing risks and devises risk mitigation measures.
</li><li>Manages risk exposure.
</li><li>Identifies and evaluates existing and potential local suppliers as well as the establishment and maintenance of supplier relations.
</li><li>Introduces innovation from external marketplace.
</li><li>Uses Business Review Meeting and KPI leverage to resolve potential issues at an early stage.
</li><li>Feedback (senior)Category Manager as needed.
</li><li>Manages local Business Partners actively and collaborates to align common goals.
</li><li>Coordinates Business Partner Demands within Sourcing and ensures that relevant information is shared, and Business Partner is supported adequately.
</li><li>Optimizes buying channels and leverages market opportunities.
</li><li>Leverages sourcing tools (including e- or reverse-auction, parallel negotiation etc. ...).
</li><li>Maximizes usage of Master Services Agreements (MSAs) or Frame Services Agreements (FSAs) as possible.
</li><li>Potentially leads and drives Regional Sourcing projects potentially.
</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements
</b></h2></div><div><p>SR Sourcing Manager
</p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required in Business Administration or related. Master's degree from an accredited institution preferred.
</li><li>Four to seven (4-7) years of sourcing experience in category(ies) management.
</li><li>The 6 core capabilities are the following:
<ul><li>Demand Management
</li><li>Market and supplier analysis
</li><li>Negotiation
</li><li>Total cost of ownership, saving and NPV
</li><li>Project management
</li><li>Delivering against commitments
</li></ul></li></ul><p>Sourcing Manager
</p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required in Business Administration or related. Master's degree from an accredited institution preferred.
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(3-6) years of sourcing experience in category(ies) management.
</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Desired Skills, Experience and Abilities
</b></h2></div><div><p>Eligibility Requirements:
</p><ul><li>Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
</li><li>Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
</li><li>Must be 18 years of age or older.</li></ul></div></div></div></div>

Senior Sourcing Manager/Sourcing Manager - Packaging

Quince

<div><div><p><b>ABOUT QUINCE</b></p>
<p>
Founded in 2018, Quince was built to challenge the idea that nice things have to cost a lot. Our mission is simple: to make really high quality essentials for really low prices, produced fairly and sustainably. We believe everyone deserves exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design without the traditional markups. Quince is a direct-to-consumer (DTC) model that cuts out middlemen and leverages just-in-time manufacturing to minimize waste and maximize value.</p>
<p>
Quince is a tech company disrupting the retail industry by putting AI, analytics and automation at the center of everything we do. Our unwavering commitment to excellence and company values guide our teams and actions:</p>
<ul>
<li><p><b>Customer First</b>: We prioritize customer satisfaction in every decision.</p>
</li>
<li><p><b>High Quality</b>: True quality means premium materials and rigorous production standards you can feel good about.</p>
</li>
<li><p><b>Essential Design</b>: We focus on timeless, functional essentials instead of chasing trends.</p>
</li>
<li><p><b>Always a Better Deal</b>: Innovation and transparency ensure value for both customers and partners.</p>
</li>
<li><p><b>Social &amp; Environmental Responsibility</b>: We commit to sustainable materials, ethical production, and fair wages.</p>
</li>
</ul><p>Quince partners with world-class manufacturers across the globe and serves millions of customers. With strong investor backing and a focus on sustainable growth, we are a company that is rapidly scaling while maintaining a commitment to quality, simplicity, and radical price transparency.</p>
<p><b>
OUR TEAM AND SUCCESS</b></p>
<p>
At Quince, you will be part of a high-performing team that is redefining what quality, value, and sustainability mean in modern retail. We are a destination for builders, innovators, and operators to come together and challenge the status quo. Our collective ambition is bold. We are creating an entirely new category and customer experience &ndash; one that democratizes luxury and provides high quality products at radically low prices. That mission demands a world-class team committed to excellence.</p>
<p>
If you are motivated by impact, growth, and purpose, you will find a strong sense of belonging at Quince.</p></div><p><b>
THE ROLE</b></p><p><br>
We are seeking a highly skilled <b>Senior Sourcing Manager, Soft Home (Europe)</b> to build and manage our vendor base across Europe for home textiles. This individual will focus primarily on <b>bedding</b> and secondarily on <b>window treatments, table linens, and other soft home textiles</b>. This is a pivotal role as we expand sourcing outside of Asia and diversify our supply chain. The ideal candidate will bring deep product knowledge, a robust vendor network, and the ability to navigate the complexities of sourcing in Europe. This is an individual contributor role reporting to Tugba Geyisi.</p>
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This person will serve as the linchpin in launching Quince's Home Textiles business in Europe, owning both vendor management and upstream sourcing strategy across nominated mills and finished goods suppliers.</p><br>
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<p><b>
RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p>
<p><b>
Vendor Development &amp; Management</b></p>
Identify, evaluate, and onboard high-quality, high-compliance vendor partners across Europe for HOME TEXTILES with fast production lead times.<br>
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Drive excellence in partner operations for existing supplier relationships within current and new Quince categories, while expanding the supply base and improving Quince's product costs, quality, and commercial terms.<br>
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Act as an ambassador to our partners in all interactions, building and deepening our relationships.<br>
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Pitch and onboard vendor partners quickly, with clear onboarding criteria and scalability targets.<br>
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Drive continuous improvement by increasing hit-rate launches (reviews, returns, sales) through product excellence and faster development times.<br>
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</li>
<li>Negotiate commercial terms including MOQs, pricing, capacity planning, and compliance.</li><br>
</ul>
<p><b>Upstream Material Sourcing</b></p>
Evaluate mill capabilities and work closely with internal product and quality teams to nominate optimal partners.<br>
<ul><li>
</li>
<li>Manage mill relationships and ensure smooth handoff of greige fabric to finished goods partners.</li><br>
</ul>
<p><b>Category Ownership</b></p>
Serve as the sourcing lead for all home textiles from Europe, ensuring quality, margin, and lead time KPIs are met.<br>
<ul><li>
</li>
<li>Build scalable and diversified supply chains for each relevant product category (bedding, window, table linens).</li><br>
</ul>
<p><b>Product Development &amp; Speed-to-Market</b></p>
Partner with factories to drive product innovation and reduce development lead times.<br>
<ul><li>
</li>
<li>Optimize raw material and finished goods development calendars to enable rapid testing and scaling.</li><br>
</ul>
<p><b>Cross-Functional Collaboration</b></p>
Collaborate with merchandising, planning, and tech design teams to ensure aligned goals and seamless execution.<br>
<ul><li>
</li>
<li>Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance and cost efficiency.</li><br>
</ul>
<p><b>REQUIREMENTS</b></p>
8+ years of experience in sourcing, production, or supply chain roles, ideally within bedding, linens, or similar home categories.<br>
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Deep understanding of fabric development, materials (e.g., cotton, linen, bamboo), filling materials, and workmanship.<br>
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Strong network of European textile manufacturers and nominated mills preferred.<br>
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Demonstrated success in identifying and managing both mill and factory partners.<br>
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Ability to set and execute a strategy for scaling a high-volume product line.<br>
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Fluent in English; additional European languages a plus.<br>
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Strong analytical skills, including comfort with margin modeling, lead time analysis, and vendor scorecards.<br>
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Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration skills.<br>
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Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Textiles, or related field.<br>
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<li>Ability to travel around Europe and Middle East, especially to vendors/factories in Turkey and Portugal</li><br>
</ul><div><p><b>
WHY QUINCE?</b></p>
<p>
Joining Quince means being part of a mission-driven team reshaping retail. You will work alongside talented colleagues, tackle meaningful challenges, and contribute to building a more sustainable, accessible future for customers and partners alike.</p>
<p><b>
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY &amp; HIRING INTEGRITY</b></p>
<p>
Quince provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applications for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.</p>
<p>
Quince is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application or to perform the essential functions of a role at Quince, please let us know by completing this accommodation form. We review all requests individually and will work with you to determine appropriate accommodations on a case-by-case basis.</p>
<p>
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Quince will conduct background checks in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.</p>
<p><i>
Security Advisory: Beware of Frauds</i></p>
<p>
At Quince, we're dedicated to recruiting top talent who share our drive for innovation. To safeguard candidates, Quince emphasizes legitimate recruitment practices. Initial communication is primarily via official Quince email addresses and LinkedIn; beware of deviations. Personal data and sensitive information will not be solicited during the application phase. Interviews are conducted via phone, in person, or through the approved platforms Google Meets or Zoom&mdash;never via messaging apps or other calling services. Offers are merit-based, communicated verbally, and followed up in writing. If personal information is requested to initiate the hiring process, rest assured it will be through secure and protected means.</p></div></div><p></p>

Senior Sourcing Manager, Soft Home (Europe)

Lincoln Electric

<div><div><div><div><div><p>Senior Manager, Strategic IT Sourcing
</p></div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div>Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert&trade; for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>Location: <b>Euclid - 22801</b><br>
Req ID: <b>27926</b></div><div></div><div><br>
</div><div><div><div><div>Position Summary</div>
</div><div><div>
The Senior Manager of Strategic IT Sourcing is responsible for leading the strategic direction, execution, and continuous improvement of IT sourcing, contracting, and vendor relationship management across the enterprise. This role will partner with IT, a team of other sourcing professionals and our business partners to ensure sourcing strategies align with business goals, deliver value, and mitigate risk. The ideal</div>
<div>
candidate is a leader and change agent with expertise in IT procurement and a passion for building world-class sourcing capabilities.</div></div></div><div><div><div>
Key Responsibilities</div>
</div><div><ul><li><b>Strategic Leadership &amp; Planning</b></li>
<ul><li>Develop and lead the execution of the enterprise-wide IT sourcing strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, digital transformation goals, and operational priorities.</li>
<li>Identify and drive strategic sourcing initiatives that deliver cost savings, innovation, and improved vendor performance.</li>
</ul><li><b>Team &amp; Stakeholder Management</b></li>
<ul><li>Lead/Mentor a high-performing team of sourcing specialists.</li>
<li>Serve as a trusted advisor to senior IT and business leaders, influencing decisions and fostering cross-functional collaboration.</li>
<li>Partner with operational procurement to ensure appropriate PO and other policy adoption and alignment.</li>
</ul><li><b>Vendor Decisioning &amp; Contract Oversight</b></li>
<ul><li>Facilitate strategic IT vendor decisions, including competitive bids, negotiations, and contract lifecycle management.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and risk management requirements across all IT contracts.</li>
</ul><li><b>Process Optimization &amp; Innovation</b></li>
<ul><li>Champion the use of digital sourcing tools (eRFx, eAuction, spend analytics) and best practices to enhance sourcing efficiency and transparency.</li>
<li>Continuously assess and improve sourcing processes, policies, and governance frameworks.</li>
</ul><li><b>Vendor Risk &amp; Performance Management</b></li>
<ul><li>Assist with the implementation of robust vendor risk assessment and mitigation strategies.</li>
<li>Oversee strategic IT vendor relationships and performance monitoring.</li>
<li>Participate in the tracking of global KPIs for sourcing effectiveness, vendor performance, and cost/value delivery. Develop and track additional KPIs, as needed.</li>
</ul></ul></div></div><div><div><div>Qualifications</div>
</div><div><ul><li>Min 5-8 years IT Strategic Leadership w/ Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.</li>
<li>10 &ndash; 12+ years of progressive experience in IT sourcing, procurement, and vendor management, with some leadership experience in lieu of a degree</li>
<li>Proven success in leading complex sourcing initiatives, managing high-value IT contracts (e.g., ERP, cloud services, software licensing), and delivery cost savings.</li>
<li>Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.</li>
<li>Expertise in sourcing technologies, contract law, and vendor risk management.</li>
<li>Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CSCP, ITIL) are a plus.</li></ul></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><br>
Preferred Attributes</div>
</div><div><ul><li>Strategic thinker with a bias for action and results.</li>
<li>Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving change in a dynamic environment.</li>
<li>Passionate about talent development and building sourcing excellence.</li></ul></div></div></div><br>
<div></div>
<p></p><div><b>Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</b> We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.</div><br>
</div></div></div></div><p><br>
<b>Nearest Major Market: </b>Cleveland
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<b>Job Segment: </b>Cloud, Welding, Fabrication, ERP, Technology, Manufacturing</p></div>

Senior Manager, Strategic IT Sourcing

Michaels

<div>Support Center - Irving<p></p>
The Manager, Global Sourcing will work with the Director, Global Sourcing, and other cross functional partners to develop and manage Michaels Private Brand sourcing strategies to deliver business objectives and KPI&rsquo;s established by the company for assigned categories.<p></p><p><b>
Major Activities</b></p><ul><li>
Develop and execute Sourcing strategy based on product category needs.</li><li>
Drive Private Brand growth through effective collaboration with internal and external partners.</li><li>
Collaborate with cross functional teams to secure surety of supply.<br>
Matrix management of Global Sourcing Partners directly or indirectly through Michaels Global Sourcing Asian Offices.</li><li>
Develop vendor and product solutions in support of the Merchandising strategy, ensure that the company's goals of product innovation and quality are achieved.</li><li>
Deliver optimal vendor matrix that drives category growth, flexibility, speed to market and profitability.</li><li>
Collaborate with offshore office to identify and evaluate an effective vendor matrix.</li><li>
Leverage the vendor matrix across the company to provide the best &quot;cost&quot; and &quot;value&quot; equation.</li><li>
Accountable for vendor production assignments and production allocation.</li><li>
Partner with Product Development Team to understand product roadmap, development strategy and innovation needs. Select the right vendor partners to execute program effectively.</li><li>
Responsible for cost negotiations, production, on-time shipments, and overall execution for assigned product categories.</li><li>
Be a key internal link between all internal and external stakeholders including Category Management, Sourcing, Product Development, Quality Assurance, Logistics, Vendor Relations, Finance, Supply Chain, Legal, Inventory Management, Michaels Global Sourcing Asia Offices, Vendors, and Buying Agents.</li><li>
International and domestic travel is required to identify, evaluate, and manage a global vendor and agent network.</li><li>
Coach and develop the Senior Associate Sourcing Manager and Associate Sourcing Manager.<br>
Other duties as assigned</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Minimum Education</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree</li></ul><p><b><br>
Minimum Special Certifications or Technical Skills</b></p><ul><li>
We are looking for a world class sourcing executive with a demonstrated track record in product development and sourcing</li><li>
Must possess strong leadership, business knowledge and technical abilities</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires</b></p><ul><li>
8+ years of experience with a major retailer, brand, or product development/sourcing company</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Other</b></p><ul><li>
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills</li><li>
Exceptionally organized and detail oriented</li><li>
Strong analytical and financial skills</li><li>
Demonstrates leadership skills including strategic thinking and problem solving</li><li>
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal</li><li>
Ability to thrive in a fast paced and constantly evolving environment</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Education</b></p><ul><li>
Business related major is highly preferred</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.</b><b>
</b></p><p></p><p>At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.</p><p></p><p>
At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit www.michaels.com.
</p><p></p><p><b>Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all </b><b>customers</b> <b>to create, innovate and be better together.
</b></p><p></p><p><i>Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).</i></p><p></p><p>
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Manager - Global Sourcing

SCOPE Recruiting

<div>
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  <strong>
   Job Title:
  </strong>
  Senior Sourcing Specialist
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  <strong>
   Location:
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  On-Site &ndash; Greater Nashville Area, TN
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  <strong>
   Industry:
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  Consumer Goods / Manufacturing
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   Employment Type:
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  Full-Time
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  <strong>
   Confidential Company:
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  Confidential U.S.-Based Consumer Brand Manufacturer
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  <strong>
   About the Company (Confidential)
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  Our client is a well-funded, fast-growing consumer goods brand establishing a new U.S.-based manufacturing facility in the Greater Nashville area. This brownfield operation is undergoing rapid development and will become a cornerstone of the company&rsquo;s North American production footprint. The new site is poised for high visibility within the organization and will be instrumental in enabling long-term operational scale.
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  <strong>
   Position Overview
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  This is a unique opportunity for a proactive and organized Senior Sourcing Specialist to join a greenfield operation at the ground level. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance &amp; Procurement, this individual will lead tactical purchasing for all materials and indirect goods needed during the start-up phase, while helping establish foundational procurement systems, workflows, and supplier infrastructure.
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  The role is on-site and designed for individuals who thrive in fast-paced, build-from-scratch environments with strong exposure to cross-functional leadership.
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  <strong>
   Key Responsibilities
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   Start-Up Phase (First 6 Months):
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   Purchase and manage raw materials, packaging, consumables, and MRO to support facility launch
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   Create and manage POs, delivery tracking, and vendor communication
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   Implement basic procurement processes, systems, and documentation standards
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   Collaborate closely with planning, quality, and operations teams to ensure material alignment with production timelines
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   Source and onboard indirect vendors needed for facility readiness
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   Growth &amp; Stabilization (6&ndash;18 Months):
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   Evaluate supplier performance for cost, reliability, and service quality
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   Develop dual/triple sourcing strategies to support risk mitigation
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   Improve procurement reporting and inventory strategies in partnership with production planning
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   Contribute to the design of long-term sourcing strategy and team expansion
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  <strong>
   Ideal Candidate Profile
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   Experience:
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   2&ndash;4 years in purchasing, sourcing, or procurement; manufacturing environment preferred
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   Demonstrated ability to manage full purchasing lifecycle: POs, vendor communication, delivery tracking, issue resolution
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   Cross-functional experience working with operations, planning, and leadership
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   Traits &amp; Capabilities:
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   Highly proactive, resourceful, and organized
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   Comfortable working in ambiguity and building structure from the ground up
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   Strong communication and relationship-building skills
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   Curious, intelligent, and eager to grow with the organization
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   Ability to think strategically while executing tactically
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  <strong>
   Why This Role?
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   High-visibility opportunity as one of the first hires in a new U.S. manufacturing site
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   Direct impact on sourcing systems, vendor strategy, and process design
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   Hands-on collaboration with executive and site leadership
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   Blend of start-up pace with the support of an established brand
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   Long-term career growth potential into strategic sourcing or procurement leadership
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   Compensation &amp; Location
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   Competitive compensation aligned between entry-level buyer and sourcing manager tiers (exact range provided upon interview)
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   On-site only &mdash; candidates must be based in or willing to relocate to the Greater Nashville area
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