Global Sourcing Specialist-Senior

Flexsteel Industries, Inc.; High Point (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Flexsteel Industries, Inc. seeks a Senior Global Sourcing Specialist to manage supplier relationships and drive global sourcing strategies. This position is essential for ensuring product resilience and quality in operations across the Americas and Asia.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong skills in negotiation and problem-solving. Join us to make an impactful contribution to our sourcing strategy and enjoy continued professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or supplier management experience.
• Experience developing and managing supplier relationships in a global sourcing environment.
• Ability to analyze market trends and develop sourcing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between suppliers and manufacturing operations.
• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for components.
• Manage supplier performance reviews using KPIs and scorecards.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Influencing

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Supply chain management systems

Job description

Description

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.

What You’ll Bring

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.
• 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.

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