Global Sourcing Lead: Vendor Negotiation & Imports

Big Lots; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Lots is seeking a seasoned Global Sourcing professional to lead direct sourcing of vendors across countries. You will manage the import process from definition to shipment, develop sourcing direction with Merchants, and oversee Agents’ sourcing activities and follow-up.

You will negotiate prices, manage trips for vendor development, and ensure compliance with company procedures. Strong communication and Excel/Word mastery are essential.

Qualifications

• College degree and at least five years of retail buying or sourcing experience.
• Experience in complex merchandise categories with high sales volume.
• Product development experience preferred.
• Excellent negotiation and marketing skills.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong PC skills; proficient in Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Define import opportunities with Merchants by category and style.
• Create sourcing direction for items and classifications.
• Negotiate prices and terms with vendors; support merchant negotiations.
• Manage Agents and overseas trips, costing, specs, and quotes.
• Oversee POs, factory certification, testing, production, inspection, QA issues.
• Arrange travel to countries and trade shows for sourcing.
• Ensure all import processes and procedures are followed.
• Participate in comparative shops for product categories.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Travel readiness

Organization

Education

College degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Big Lots is seeking a seasoned Global Sourcing professional to lead direct sourcing of vendors across countries. You will manage the import process from definition to shipment, develop sourcing direction with Merchants, and oversee Agents’ sourcing activities and follow-up.

You will negotiate prices, manage trips for vendor development, and ensure compliance with company procedures. Strong communication and Excel/Word mastery are essential.