Global Procurement & Sourcing Leader

Skechers USA Ltd.; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Skechers USA Ltd. in Manhattan Beach, CA is seeking a Manager, Global Procurement to lead strategic sourcing and global category strategies. You will drive supplier governance, negotiate MSAs and SLAs, and partner with Finance, Legal, IT, and operations to deliver value and cost optimization.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of procurement experience; MBA preferred. Strong analytics, leadership, and communication skills are essential in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, finance, engineering, economics, operations, or related field.
• MBA or master’s degree preferred but not required.
• 5+ years of progressive procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global category strategies across assigned portfolios.
• Lead global sourcing initiatives from strategy through implementation and supplier governance.
• Negotiate commercial agreements including MSAs, SLAs, pricing structures, leases, consulting agreements, and other contracts.
• Partner with Finance, HR, Legal, Supply Chain, IT, Security, and other stakeholders.
• Manage strategic supplier performance through KPIs, business reviews, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Analyze spend, market intelligence, and total cost of ownership to identify value opportunities.
• Deliver measurable cost savings, supplier consolidation, and operational efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance, sustainability, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Procurement

Strategic Sourcing

Data Analytics

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Global Sourcing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA preferred

Job description

Skechers USA Ltd. in Manhattan Beach, CA is seeking a Manager, Global Procurement to lead strategic sourcing and global category strategies. You will drive supplier governance, negotiate MSAs and SLAs, and partner with Finance, Legal, IT, and operations to deliver value and cost optimization.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of procurement experience; MBA preferred. Strong analytics, leadership, and communication skills are essential in a fast-paced retail environment.