Sr. Manager, Sourcing & Product Development

Duluth Trading Company; Mount Horeb (WI); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

401(k) Employer Match

Flexible Fridays

40% Employee Discount

Onsite fitness center

Job summary

Duluth Trading Company is looking for a Senior Product Development & Sourcing Manager to lead global sourcing strategies and product development at their headquarters in Mount Horeb, Wisconsin. This role emphasizes a collaborative environment while managing various product categories and ensuring optimal vendor relationships.

Ideal candidates will have 7+ years in product development or sourcing and a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field. Exceptional communication and analytical skills are essential. The position offers a competitive salary range of $105,000 to $130,000/year and various benefits including flexible work options.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in product development or sourcing.
• 3+ years of management experience.
• In-depth knowledge of fabric and garment construction.

Responsibilities

• Oversee product development and sourcing strategies.
• Manage assigned product categories.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Negotiation skills

Coaching skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Design, or Product Development

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PLM system

Job description

Position Overview

The Senior Product Development & Sourcing Manager drives global sourcing strategies to deliver optimal value, quality, cost-efficiency, and on-time deliveries. They collaborate with cross-functional partners to execute product development and production across the product life cycle. This role oversees day-to-day functions—including complex costing, vendor allocation, and sample management—while partnering with the Director of Sourcing to shape department strategy and onboard new vendors.

Work Environment: At Duluth Trading Company, we value face-to-face interactions that foster our culture of learning, creativity, and teamwork. The role is based at our headquarters near Madison, WI. You will work in the office Monday through Thursday, with the option to work from home on Fridays if you prefer.

What You’ll Do

• Directly own and manage assigned product categories while leading, mentoring, and overseeing the categories, systems, and projects of direct reports.
• Build partnerships and collaborate cross-functionally with merchandising, design, tech design, planning, and suppliers.
• Propose, lead, and execute product development and sourcing strategies.
• Conduct detailed cost analyses.
• Vet and onboard new vendors to support business needs.
• Drive vendor allocation decisions.
• Oversee product costing and sampling processes for assigned categories, as well as for categories managed by direct reports.
• Ensure compliance with all development timelines.
• Facilitate regular touchpoints with the Hong Kong sourcing team to ensure continuous alignment on strategic business needs and shifting priorities.
• Monitor and report on key sourcing metrics.
• Address and resolve development issues with Hong Kong partners.
• Manage the photo sample process, including monitoring on-time rates and supplier charges.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Design, or Product Development
  • Equivalent work experience will be considered
• 7+ years of experience
• 3+ years of management experience
• Thorough understanding of the development process
• Strong coaching skills, experience managing direct reports
• Exceptional presenting and influencing skill set & ability to lead meetings
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Advanced analytical & negotiation skills
• Excellent communication skills
• In-depth knowledge & understanding of fabric and garment construction; expertise in product cost details
• Strategic and critical thinking
• Solution-oriented and customer-focused
• Proficient MS Office skills, excellent Excel skills
• Experience with a PLM system
• Experience traveling and working directly with international agents, vendors and factories
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Leadership Competencies

• Inspiring Trust
• Adaptability
• Mature Confidence
• Career and Self Development
• Driving Execution
• Building Organizational Relationships
• Empowering Others
• Fostering Open Dialogue
• Attracting & Developing Talent
• Leadership Versatility

Physical Environment & Travel Expectations

• Travel is required for less than 10% of company-related meetings, programs, and/or events
• Sitting is required for 90% of working hours
• Standing is required for 10% of working hours
• Continuous arm, hand, and wrist movement (ie: typing)
• Occasional reaching, twisting, and bending
• Noise level no greater than casual conversation
• Ability to perform work in cubicle workstations or an office setting
• Work in temperatures ranging from 65 - 75 degrees

Duluth Headquarters Benefits and Perks

• Multiple Medical plan options
• Dental & Vision plans
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account including company contributions
• Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• Company paid Short-Term Disability
• Other various voluntary benefits including: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Long-Term Disability and Supplemental Life Insurance
• 401(k) Employer Match
• Parental Leave
• Paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day
• Paid Time Off: take it as you need it policy for exempt employees
• Daily pay available
• 40% Employee Discount
• Flexible Fridays
• Onsite fitness center

Position Compensation Outline

Compensation Range: $105,000 to $130,000/year

This position is eligible to participate in the company bonus program.

Compensation listed is for the full-time position at this specific location and is based on several factors, including experience, and qualifications. Benefits and perks may have eligibility requirements and are subject to change.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Duluth Trading Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.