Global Sourcing Lead - Plumbing & HVAC

Famous Supply; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K Employer Match

Bonus Opportunity

Learning & Development

Job summary

Famous Supply in Akron, OH seeks an experienced Sourcing Manager to identify, evaluate, and manage domestic and international suppliers for plumbing and HVAC products, parts, and materials, ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and supply continuity.

Responsibilities include onboarding new suppliers, negotiating terms, monitoring performance, and collaborating with engineering to meet technical specs and codes. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Experience sourcing plumbing and/or HVAC products, components, or materials.
• Basic working knowledge of plumbing and HVAC systems, terminology, and industry standards/certifications.
• Proven experience managing both domestic and international supplier relationships.
• Strong negotiation and cost-analysis skills.
• Familiarity with import/export regulations and international logistics.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across time zones and cultures.
• Proficiency with ERP/procurement software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Identify, vet, and onboard domestic and international suppliers for plumbing and HVAC products.
• Drive sourcing initiatives aligned with global sales and operational strategy.
• Coordinate and manage projects across cross functional teams.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, MOQs, and contracts to secure favorable and sustainable agreements.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities, certifications, and quality systems against plumbing and HVAC industry standards (e.g., ASME, UL, ASHRAE, NSF, FM, ETL).
• Monitor global market trends, commodity pricing, and geopolitical factors affecting supply of new and existing products.
• Participate with import/export logistics coordination with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and compliance teams.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to source components, meeting technical specifications and code requirements.
• Develop and maintain a diversified supplier base to mitigate single-source risk and supply chain disruptions.
• Assist in tracking supplier performance metrics (on-time delivery, defect rates, responsiveness) and lead corrective action when needed.
• Maintain accurate sourcing records, cost analyses, and supplier scorecards.
• Participate & lead meetings and calls within and outside of standard business hours.
• Travel abroad as required to develop & maintain new and existing key product & supplier relationships.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Cost analysis

Global logistics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP/procurement software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Famous Supply in Akron, OH seeks an experienced Sourcing Manager to identify, evaluate, and manage domestic and international suppliers for plumbing and HVAC products, parts, and materials, ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and supply continuity.

Responsibilities include onboarding new suppliers, negotiating terms, monitoring performance, and collaborating with engineering to meet technical specs and codes. Travel may be required.