Managing Sourcing

Dal-Tile LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Employee purchase discount

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Dal-Tile LLC in the United States is seeking a Sourcing Manager, Finished Goods. This individual contributor will own the sourcing strategy, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost-effective, high-quality outcomes through contract negotiations, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration.

The role requires 6–8 years of procurement experience, a bachelor's degree, and the ability to analyze markets and budgets while supporting internal stakeholders and protecting ethics and compliance.

Qualifications

• Requires strong contract negotiation experience and proven sourcing analytics.
• Demonstrated ability to manage supplier relationships and drive cost savings.
• Ability to influence cross-functional partners and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Own the sourcing strategy and supplier base for Finished Goods, aligning with policies and guidance.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, pricing, and terms for cost-effective, high-quality outcomes.
• Conduct spend, market, and supplier analytics to inform decisions and identify savings and risk mitigation.
• Plan and develop budgets with senior management to ensure cost-effective operations and quality.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships and ensure contract compliance with ethics and conduct.
• Develop supplier performance scorecards to monitor quality, delivery, cost, and service levels.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Sourcing analytics

Supplier relationship management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join the largest manufacturer of tile and natural stone in the United States and watch your career stand out with Dal-Tile, a subsidiary of Mohawk Industries.

Our close-knit team of dedicated professionals has made us the success we are today. In exchange for their hard work, we support our people with a family-friendly work environment, a commitment to promoting from within, unique benefits that go beyond just medical and dental, and a belief that every employee deserves a productive life outside of work. If this sounds outstanding to you, take the first step forward and explore a career with Dal-Tile.

Job Objective

The Sourcing Manager, Finished Goods is an individual-contributor procurement professional responsible for managing sourcing strategy and supplier relationships for the Finished Goods category. This role drives cost-effective, high-quality outcomes through contract negotiation, sourcing and market analytics, and strong internal and supplier relationships, ensuring the category achieves defined business objectives and goals.

Duties And Responsibilities Of The Position

• Own the sourcing strategy and supplier base for the Finished Goods category, in accordance with established policies and business guidance.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, pricing, and terms to secure cost-effective, high-quality outcomes.
• Conduct spend, market, and supplier analytics to inform sourcing decisions and identify cost-savings and risk-mitigation opportunities.
• Work with senior management to plan and develop / control budgets to ensure cost-effective operations to deliver high quality products to customers.
• Locate vendors of materials, equipment, or supplies to determine product availability and terms of sales.
• Manage supplier relations and contract compliance while maintaining the highest code of ethics and conduct.
• Review and develop supplier performance scorecards to monitor quality, delivery, cost, and service levels across the Finished Goods supply base.
• Responsible for achieving defined business objectives and contributes to department KPIs.
• Conduct forecasting for raw material cost and consumption.
• Continuously analyze market and delivery conditions to ensure present and future material availability.
• Work with Manufacturing, Engineering, R&D, and Product Development to develop product specifications and source substitute and new materials.
• May handle complex problems pertaining to sourcing, purchasing, suppliers, inventory, claims, and customer relations.
• Actively involved in sourcing initiatives and provide support to resolving problems.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, and influence cross-functional partners to align on sourcing strategy and priorities.
• Work towards achieving sourcing sales and margin objectives for the Finished Goods category.
• Visit suppliers and manufacturing plants to ensure product quality and service.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Required Experience And Education

• Bachelors degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or experience.
• 6-8 years relevant procurement/sourcing experience or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Demonstrated experience in contract negotiation, sourcing/spend analytics, and supplier relationship management.

Competencies

• Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline or field.
• Strong contracting skills, with the ability to draft, negotiate, and manage supplier contracts and terms of sale.
• Skilled in sourcing and market analytics, using data to drive fact-based decisions, cost savings, and risk mitigation.
• Strong negotiation skills, with a demonstrated track record of achieving favorable outcomes with suppliers.
• Ability to influence internal stakeholders and drive alignment across cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with a personable approach that builds trust with suppliers and internal stakeholders alike.
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite products.
• Flexible attitude, adaptable to change, team player, and able to handle multiple projects at once.
• High degree of professionalism, judgment, maturity, and resourcefulness in the absence of formalized guidelines and procedures.

Other Pertinent Job Information

• Disclaimer: It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
• This position does not have direct reports; it is an individual-contributor role. Possibly to grow into people management role.
• This position may require some travel.
• We offer competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, career opportunities, and an environment of creativity and growth. Examples include: Company Match on 401k,Employee Purchase Discount, and Tuition Reimbursement.
• Dal-Tile is a proud supporter of our U.S. military, veterans and their families - Thank You for Your Service!
• Active military, transitioning service members and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Dont Work participant.

Job Type Professional Opportunities