Associate Director of Sourcing
Occupations:
Purchasing ManagersSupply Chain ManagersPurchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm ProductsProcurement ClerksTransportation, Storage, and Distribution ManagersIndustries:
Other Miscellaneous RetailersRestaurants and Other Eating PlacesSpecialty Food RetailersClothing and Clothing Accessories RetailersApparel, Piece Goods, and Notions Merchant WholesalersA company is looking for an Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and manage sourcing strategies, ensuring compliance and maximizing value across assigned categoriesIdentify cost-saving opportunities and lead negotiations with suppliers to optimize costs and improve contract termsBuild and lead a high-performing strategic sourcing team while fostering cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvementRequired QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related fieldTypically requires 7 years of experience in procurement, materials management, logistics, and financeIncludes 3 years of management experience in a centralized purchasing functionKnowledge of contract negotiation and inventory management processesExperience in implementing large-scale automated systems