Key Details:
- Own end-to-end sourcing strategies while leading a high-performing, cross-regional team
- Shape global procurement strategy, risk mitigation, and costing for an expanding business
- Hybrid remote near Sacramento, California
Seeking a strategic, globally minded Director of Sourcing to lead procurement operations across Europe, Africa, and Asia. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for building a resilient, cost-effective, and sustainable supply chain. You’ll be at the forefront of shaping sourcing strategy, strengthening supplier partnerships, and collaborating across functions to drive company-wide results.
This position offers high autonomy, executive visibility, and the chance to influence the future of global procurement in a business committed to operational excellence and innovation.
Why This Opportunity?
- Global Impact – Own and drive sourcing strategy across diverse international markets.
- Strategic Leadership – Report directly to the Chief Sourcing Officer with influence across finance, quality, and sales.
- Flexibility – Remote, hybrid, or on-site options with regular international travel.
- Innovation & Optimization – Lead process improvements and integrate sourcing technologies and data analytics.
- Sustainability Focus – Embed responsible sourcing practices to support long-term business and environmental goals.
- Career Advancement – High visibility and influence make this a springboard for further executive growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute global sourcing strategies across Europe, Africa, and Asia. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiate favorable terms, and ensure supplier performance, compliance, and alignment with company objectives.
- Conduct market analysis to identify sourcing opportunities, monitor global trends, assess risk, and implement strategies that strengthen supply chain resilience and cost control.
- Lead contract negotiations with suppliers, ensuring adherence to legal, regulatory, and quality standards. Maintain compliance with internal procurement policies and external requirements.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a global sourcing team. Set performance goals, provide coaching, and foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Drive cost-reduction initiatives through benchmarking, spend analysis, and supplier performance management. Contribute to annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling to support strategic goals.
- Enhance procurement systems and processes through the use of technology and data analytics, improving efficiency, visibility, and decision-making.
- Work closely with finance, quality, operations, and sales teams to align sourcing strategies with business needs and deliver integrated supply chain solutions.
- Embed sustainable sourcing practices and certifications, champion innovation in procurement, and support long-term business and environmental goals.
- Travel as needed to supplier sites and corporate headquarters to support relationship development, onboarding, and strategic alignment.
Qualifications:
- 5–10 years of leadership experience in sourcing or procurement
- Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field
- Experience in food production, beverage manufacturing, or agriculture is a plus
- Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and supplier performance management skills
- Comfortable traveling internationally and working across time zones