Sourcing Manager: Global Negotiations & Team Lead

Uline; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complete health insurance coverage and

401(k) with 6% employer match that.

Multiple bonus programs

Paid holidays and generous paid time –

Tuition Assistance Program

On-site café and fitness facilities

Walking trails

Job summary

Uline is seeking an experienced Sourcing Manager to drive product sourcing initiatives, negotiate high-stakes contracts, and optimize our supply chain. You will lead a team of Product Management Analysts, collaborate across Purchasing, Marketing and Quality Control, and work with domestic and international vendors to ensure performance and quality.

Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree, 7+ years sourcing experience, and travel to tradeshows and vendor visits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7+ years of experience directly sourcing products from domestic and overseas factories preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, project management, negotiation and analytics skills.
• Willingness to travel internationally for tradeshows and vendor visits.

Responsibilities

• Own product sourcing, vendor selection and new product development for assigned category.
• Lead meetings and negotiations with domestic and international vendors for Uline product lines.
• Communicate with vendors on performance, product development and maintaining quality standards.
• Build relationships with Uline leaders and internal teams including Purchasing, Marketing and Quality Control.
• Coach and develop a team of Product Management Analysts.

Skills

Negotiation

Project management

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Uline is seeking an experienced Sourcing Manager to drive product sourcing initiatives, negotiate high-stakes contracts, and optimize our supply chain. You will lead a team of Product Management Analysts, collaborate across Purchasing, Marketing and Quality Control, and work with domestic and international vendors to ensure performance and quality.

Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree, 7+ years sourcing experience, and travel to tradeshows and vendor visits.