Strategic Sourcing Lead: Supplier Partnerships & Savings

StartupNWA; Bentonville (AR); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits

401(k) and stock purchase plan

Paid time off (PTO/PPTO)

Live Better U education benefit

Résumé du poste

Walmart is seeking an experienced Manager, Sourcing to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, optimize supplier relationships, and ensure on-time delivery across a complex supply chain.

The role collaborates with Merchandising, Product Development, and Operations to align sourcing strategies with business goals, negotiate pricing, and drive cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Supply Chain or related area and 3 years’ experience in sourcing OR 5 years’ experience in sourcing
• Bilingual in English and one or more language used to transact business in assigned country
• Project Management certification.

Responsabilités

• Align sourcing strategies with retail teams and manage critical issues during order execution.
• Oversee factory capability, capacity, product quality, and on-time delivery.
• Conduct supplier assessments and develop supplier matrices for assigned categories.
• Negotiate product pricing and develop sourcing alternatives to meet objectives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to understand business needs and develop optimal sourcing solutions.
• Lead sourcing initiatives and mentor team members on sourcing activities.
• Monitor production through factory visits and assess supplier performance.
• Apply digital tools and continuous improvement practices to optimize sourcing processes.

Connaissances

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship mgmt

Negotiation

Factory visits

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership & mentoring

Stakeholder management

Communication

Trade & political factors

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Merchandising/Supply Chain

Project Management Certification

Description du poste

Walmart is seeking an experienced Manager, Sourcing to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, optimize supplier relationships, and ensure on-time delivery across a complex supply chain.

The role collaborates with Merchandising, Product Development, and Operations to align sourcing strategies with business goals, negotiate pricing, and drive cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and standards.