Director of Sourcing

Job Description

Director of Sourcing

Location: Raleigh Metro

Schedule: Onsite 5 days/wk

We are seeking an experienced Director of Sourcing to lead global sourcing strategy, supplier partnerships, product quality, cost optimization, and manufacturing execution for a growing consumer products organization.

This strategic leader will work cross-functionally to strengthen the supply chain, support product launches, improve margins, and build a resilient global vendor network.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies across product categories.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard manufacturing partners that support growth and innovation.
• Build and manage long-term relationships with international suppliers.
• Lead supplier negotiations involving pricing, payment terms, minimum order quantities, capacity, and service expectations.
• Drive cost-saving and value-engineering initiatives while protecting product quality and brand standards.
• Analyze product costing and recommend strategies to improve gross margin.
• Establish supplier performance metrics for quality, delivery, innovation, compliance, and cost.
• Oversee factory audits, supplier compliance initiatives, and corrective actions when issues arise.
• Partner with Product Development from concept through production, including materials, finishes, manufacturing techniques, and sourcing feasibility.
• Monitor global sourcing trends, tariffs, geopolitical developments, and market conditions to proactively manage risk.
• Support inventory planning, seasonal product reviews, and cross-functional business planning.
• Mentor team members and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of sourcing leadership experience within consumer products.
• Extensive experience working with international manufacturing partners, including suppliers in Asia.
• Strong expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier management, negotiation, product costing, and margin improvement.
• Experience managing multiple global vendors and supplier relationships.
• Knowledge of quality systems, product compliance, and factory auditing practices.
• Excellent analytical, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• The ability to balance quality, speed, cost, and long-term supply-chain resilience.
  
  

Preferred Background

Experience sourcing accessories, jewelry, home décor, or comparable consumer products is strongly preferred.