Strategic Global Sourcing Lead (Resin & Finished Goods)

Pure Fishing; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Fishing is seeking a Sourcing Category Manager to lead global supplier relations and the strategy for Finished Goods categories. The role focuses on resin procurement, supplier selection, pricing and contractual negotiations to sustain a competitive product portfolio.

The successful candidate will have a BS in a related field, 5+ years in sourcing, and strong negotiation and analytical skills to optimize cost, quality, and supply.

Qualifications

• BS in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field (required).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Sourcing or related field.
• OEM experience in Low Cost Region.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Extensive knowledge of OEM landscape in Low Cost Regions and ability to analyze sourcing issues and implement changes.
• Knowledge of strategic sourcing methodology and should-cost discussions.

Responsibilities

• Organize and lead internal stakeholders in developing and implementing sourcing strategies for assigned Finished Goods categories.
• Source and purchase resin globally, representing ~30% of the role, including supplier selection, pricing, contracts, capacity and supply continuity.
• Monitor resin market conditions, pricing indexes, feedstock trends and supply availability to support sourcing decisions and cost forecasts.
• Collaborate with Operations, Product Development and Quality to evaluate resin specs and supplier qualifications.
• Develop strong supplier relationships across the value chain, including OEM and resin suppliers.
• Conduct global business reviews to drive KPI performance (lead time, on-time delivery, quality, production support).
• Assist the business in resolving critical quality, service and supply problems.
• Manage Sourced Finished Goods and resin costs to achieve goals.
• Negotiate global contractual agreements with OEM and resin suppliers.
• Perform RFQ events for assigned categories.
• Conduct risk mitigation analysis across the supply base and develop contingency plans.

Skills

Sourcing strategy

Contract management

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Data analysis

Education

BS in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Job description

Pure Fishing is seeking a Sourcing Category Manager to lead global supplier relations and the strategy for Finished Goods categories. The role focuses on resin procurement, supplier selection, pricing and contractual negotiations to sustain a competitive product portfolio.

The successful candidate will have a BS in a related field, 5+ years in sourcing, and strong negotiation and analytical skills to optimize cost, quality, and supply.