Global Sourcing & Vendor Strategy Specialist

24 Seven Talent; California; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

24 Seven Talent is seeking a Global Sourcing Specialist in San Diego to drive sourcing initiatives, support new product development, and manage vendor relationships. The role emphasizes data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and cost optimization across assigned product categories.

The ideal candidate will have 2–3+ years in sourcing or merchandising, strong Excel skills, and the ability to navigate global supplier networks while communicating clearly with internal teams.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of sourcing experience preferred.
• Merchandising or retail experience required.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Global sourcing, manufacturing, or vendor experience preferred.
• Knowledge of import/export, logistics, and quality control is a plus.
• Strong vendor management and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, analytical, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Advanced Microsoft Office & Excel skills.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support global sourcing strategies across assigned product categories.
• Manage new product development projects from sourcing through execution.
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend new suppliers.
• Analyze bids, costs, margins, capacity, and delivery performance.
• Negotiate and communicate directly with vendors and suppliers.
• Partner with Private Brand and cross-functional teams.
• Track vendor performance across service, quality, and cost.
• Analyze data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and margin improvement.
• Monitor manufacturing, materials, labor, and supply chain trends.
• Help identify and resolve sourcing and vendor issues.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Vendor management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

24 Seven Talent is seeking a Global Sourcing Specialist in San Diego to drive sourcing initiatives, support new product development, and manage vendor relationships. The role emphasizes data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and cost optimization across assigned product categories.

The ideal candidate will have 2–3+ years in sourcing or merchandising, strong Excel skills, and the ability to navigate global supplier networks while communicating clearly with internal teams.