Sourcing Manager, Raw Materials Marina del Rey, California, United States

Dr. Squatch, LLC.; California (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in the personal care sector is seeking a Sourcing Manager for Raw Materials to enhance their supply chain efficiency. This hybrid role involves developing sourcing strategies, negotiating with suppliers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and reliability of raw materials. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and ownership, and be part of a mission to inspire healthier living. With a competitive salary and great perks, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-growing industry.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Healthy Snacks

Frequent Company Events

Free Products

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in sourcing raw materials and supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for raw materials to optimize costs.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships effectively.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Supplier Relationship Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Market Analysis

Contract Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

Monday.com

Job description

Why We Exist and What We Do:

At Dr. Squatch (www.drsquatch.com), we’re raising the bar on men’s personal care with our line of natural, high-performance products. We’re on a high-growth, fast-moving ride, continually introducing new product categories, launching into retailers nationwide, and growing internationally. We have been recognized and certified by Great Place to Work multiple times, and we achieved status as a certified BCorp in 2023. We are looking for passionate, talented people who want to join us in our mission to inspire and educate men to be happier and healthier!

About the Role:

The Sourcing Manager, Raw Materials is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for raw materials, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and supply chain reliability. This role involves supplier negotiation, risk management, and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders (R&D, PD, Manufacturing, Ops, Quality, and Product Strategy) to support business objectives. This role will report to the Director of Procurement. This is a full-time, hybrid role with company benefits based in Marina del Rey, CA. The anticipated base compensation range for this role will be $100,000 to $125,000. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and local market rates.

What You'll Do:

• Value for Money
  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies for raw materials to optimize COGS, contribution margin, quality, and supply continuity.
  • Conduct market analysis to track pricing trends, industry developments, and potential risks.
  • Review raw material portfolio, identify and deliver savings objectives.
• Execution
  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to mitigate supply chain risks and launch new products.
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms.
  • Manage business Monday.com raw material deliverables.
  • Maintain strong supplier relationships and monitor performance through KPIs.
  • Manage supplier Quarterly Business Reviews.
  • Manage raw material escalations.
  • Assist Finance, Ops Strategy and Planning teams in budgeting, forecasting, and inventory planning.
  • Work closely with R&D, PD, Quality and Manufacturing teams to align sourcing strategies with production needs and new product development.
• Setup
  • Streamline procurement processes to enhance efficiency and cross-functional collaboration.

About You:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in raw materials sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills.
• Knowledge of industry regulations, sustainability practices, and market trends.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in running raw material Requests For Proposals (RFPs).
• Experience in sourcing oils and fragrances preferred.
• Experience in the personal care, cosmetics, food, pharmaceuticals or chemicals sector preferred.
• Understanding of raw material formulation and quality standards preferred.

Who We Are:

Our core values come naturally and make us a better, more whole, and unique team. We are Bold & Innovative - we are creative, rethink how things are done, and find a way. We Play to Win - we have high standards, we encourage ownership of work, we are scrappy, we act with urgency, and we invest in the outcome of our work. We are Team Squatch - we are humble, help others outside our own wheelhouse, stay positive, have fun, and have approachable and transparent leadership.

We offer a competitive salary in a growth-focused & collaborative team environment. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k with Squatch match, and PTO. We also have great perks like healthy snacks, frequent company events, and of course, free products!

For Applicants with Disabilities. Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified applicants with disabilities may participate in the application process. If you need any accommodations during the hiring process, please let us know when you submit your application and we'll do our very best to adjust as needed.