Global Supplier Sourcing Manager

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Job details Are you a visionary Sourcing Leader ready to make a significant impact on a global scale?

Do you thrive on the challenge of building world-class supply chains, leading high-performing teams, and driving strategic cost savings?
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Spherion Staffing & Recruiting is partnering with a leading innovator in the waterworks manufacturing industry to find a Global Sourcing Manager.

This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to transform our international supply chain, directly influencing our product quality, efficiency, and market competitiveness.

We're seeking a seasoned professional with deep international supplier sourcing expertise, a proven track record in project management, and the leadership prowess to inspire and guide a technical team.

The ideal candidate will also bring a strong background in manufacturing or industrial processes.



Benefits & Perks: We value our team and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and financial future

Quarterly Discretionary Profit-Sharing Bonus & Year-End Bonus

Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (with a 100% employer-paid medical plan option for employee-only coverage)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching



Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Setting: On-site (no remote option)

Responsibilities:
Lead Global Transformation: Take the helm of our international sourcing initiatives, defining the vision and executing strategies that establish a world-class global supply system.

You'll work closely with the Purchasing Director and Supply Chain VP to set ambitious goals and drive their achievement.
Direct Impact on Manufacturing Excellence: Your work will directly feed our production lines, ensuring the strategic sourcing of critical components and raw materials essential to our specialized manufacturing processes.
Empower and Lead a Technical Team: This is a true leadership role.

You'll lead and mentor a talented team of Engineers and QA professionals, overseeing supplier evaluations, assigning critical tasks, providing expert guidance, and monitoring performance to ensure unparalleled quality and efficiency across our global operations.
Navigate Complex International Landscapes: You'll be at the forefront of our global expansion, managing supplier relationships in key markets like China and India.

Your expertise in foreign markets, currency exchange, and international tariffs will be crucial in mitigating risks and maximizing value.
Drive Strategic Project Management: Beyond day-to-day operations, you'll spearhead complex, international supplier-related projects, from meticulous planning and execution to proactive risk mitigation within diverse global contexts.


What You'll Do:

Strategic Sourcing Leadership: Identify, evaluate, and onboard international suppliers, ensuring strict alignment with global business objectives and conducting exhaustive due diligence across diverse geographical and regulatory landscapes.
Global Team Leadership: Oversee the operational management of your global sourcing team, providing dynamic leadership, expert guidance, and actively recruiting new talent to bolster our international capabilities.
Relationship Architect: Cultivate and maintain robust, high-value relationships with global suppliers to consistently ensure compliance, superior quality, unwavering reliability, and optimal cost-effectiveness across borders.
Market Intelligence & Risk Mitigation: Conduct continuous, in-depth global market research to identify emerging opportunities, anticipate potential risks, and inform strategic decisions.
Expert Negotiator: Expertly negotiate and manage complex international contracts, safeguarding company interests and Show lessShow more Are you a visionary Sourcing Leader ready to make a significant impact on a global scale?

Do you thrive on the challenge of building world-class supply chains, leading high-performing teams, and driving strategic cost savings?

Spherion Staffing & Recruiting is partnering with a leading innovator in the waterworks manufacturing industry to find a Global Sourcing Manager.

This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to transform our international supply chain, directly influencing our product quality, efficiency, and market competitiveness.

We're seeking a seasoned professional with deep international supplier sourcing expertise, a proven track record in project management, and the leadership prowess to inspire and guide a technical team.

The ideal candidate will also bring a strong background in manufacturing or industrial processes.



Benefits & Perks: We value our team and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and financial future

Quarterly Discretionary Profit-Sharing Bonus & Year-End Bonus

Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (with a 100% employer-paid medical plan option for employee-only coverage) ...


Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching



Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Setting: On-site (no remote option)

Responsibilities:
Lead Global Transformation: Take the helm of our international sourcing initiatives, defining the vision and executing strategies that establish a world-class global supply system.

You'll work closely with the Purchasing Director and Supply Chain VP to set ambitious goals and drive their achievement.
Direct Impact on Manufacturing Excellence: Your work will directly feed our production lines, ensuring the strategic sourcing of critical components and raw materials essential to our specialized manufacturing processes.
Empower and Lead a Technical Team: This is a true leadership role.

You'll lead and mentor a talented team of Engineers and QA professionals, overseeing supplier evaluations, assigning critical tasks, providing expert guidance, and monitoring performance to ensure unparalleled quality and efficiency across our global operations.
Navigate Complex International Landscapes: You'll be at the forefront of our global expansion, managing supplier relationships in key markets like China and India.

Your expertise in foreign markets, currency exchange, and international tariffs will be crucial in mitigating risks and maximizing value.
Drive Strategic Project Management: Beyond day-to-day operations, you'll spearhead complex, international supplier-related projects, from meticulous planning and execution to proactive risk mitigation within diverse global contexts.


What You'll Do:

Strategic Sourcing Leadership: Identify, evaluate, and onboard international suppliers, ensuring strict alignment with global business objectives and conducting exhaustive due diligence across diverse geographical and regulatory landscapes.
Global Team Leadership: Oversee the operational management of your global sourcing team, providing dynamic leadership, expert guidance, and actively recruiting new talent to bolster our international capabilities.
Relationship Architect: Cultivate and maintain robust, high-value relationships with global suppliers to consistently ensure compliance, superior quality, unwavering reliability, and optimal cost-effectiveness across borders.
Market Intelligence & Risk Mitigation: Conduct continuous, in-depth global market research to identify emerging opportunities, anticipate potential risks, and inform strategic decisions.
Expert Negotiator: Expertly negotiate and manage complex international contracts, safeguarding company interests and Show lessShow more

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