Global Sourcing Specialist-Senior

Flexsteel Industries Inc.; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Flexsteel Industries Inc. in Dubuque, IA, is seeking a Senior Global Sourcing Specialist to lead strategic supplier relationships across Asia, Mexico, and North America. You will develop global sourcing strategies, drive value engineering, and support NPI initiatives with cross-functional teams.

This role requires strong negotiation, analytics, and collaboration to improve cost, quality, and supply continuity across a dynamic, global supply base. Domestic and international travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or supplier management experience.
• Experience developing and managing supplier relationships in a global sourcing environment.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary liaison between Asia-based suppliers and Mexico manufacturing, aligning sourcing around cost, quality, lead time, and continuity.
• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for components and raw materials.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers while managing supply chain risks.
• Manage supplier performance reviews using KPIs and scorecards to drive improvements.
• Partner with Product Development, Engineering, Manufacturing, and SIOP teams to support NPI and growth.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Monitor market trends and supply chain developments to anticipate risks and maintain supply.
• Support inventory optimization and service-level goals with Purchasing and SIOP teams.
• Travel domestically and internationally to strengthen supplier relationships and drive projects.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Supplier management

Strategic thinking

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Supply chain software

Job description

What You'll Do

As a Senior Global Sourcing Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring our products are supported by a resilient, high-performing supply base. Key responsibilities include:

• Serve as the primary liaison between Asia-based suppliers and Mexico manufacturing operations, aligning sourcing strategies around cost, quality, lead time, and supply continuity.
• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for components and raw materials that support operational excellence and long-term business objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers while proactively managing supply chain risks and market changes.
• Manage supplier performance reviews using KPIs and scorecards to drive improvements in quality, delivery, service, and total cost of ownership.
• Partner with Product Development, Engineering, Manufacturing, and SIOP teams to support new product introductions (NPI) and strategic growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities, value engineering projects, and process improvements.
• Monitor global market trends, commodity movements, and supply chain developments to anticipate risks and maintain continuity of supply.
• Support inventory optimization and service-level goals through collaboration with Purchasing and SIOP teams.
• Travel domestically and internationally to strengthen supplier relationships, support sourcing initiatives, and drive project success.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or supplier management experience.
• Experience developing and managing supplier relationships in a global sourcing environment.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, furniture, consumer products, or durable goods industries.
• Knowledge of supplier performance management, contract negotiation, and strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Familiarity with ERP, planning, and supply chain management systems.
• Experience leading cost-reduction, value engineering, or supplier development initiatives.
• Ability to analyze market trends and develop sourcing strategies that improve business performance.

Why Join Us?

• Make a direct impact on global sourcing strategy and business performance.
• Collaborate with teams across North America and Asia.
• Build relationships with world-class suppliers and manufacturing partners.
• Lead initiatives that improve cost, quality, innovation, and supply chain resilience.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic, global environment.

If you're a highly motivated strategic sourcing professional who enjoys solving complex supply chain challenges and driving meaningful results, we'd love to hear from you.