Strategic Sourcing Leader – Cross-Functional Impact

Watkins Wellness

Vista (CA)

On-site

USD 98,000 - 153,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off

Company bonus

Profit sharing

401k match

Education assistance

Job summary

Watkins Wellness is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to join the Supply Chain team in Vista, CA. You will lead strategic sourcing initiatives across direct and indirect categories, collaborate with engineering, finance, and product teams, and drive supplier development and cost-down programs.

The role requires 8-10+ years in sourcing, strong negotiation and analytics skills, and experience with ERP systems (SAP) and Power BI.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
8-10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract management, project management, or related supply chain functions.
Ability to read and understand technical specifications, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and engineering-related documentation.
Strong negotiation skills and experience managing supplier agreements and contracts.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
Experience with ERP systems; SAP knowledge is helpful.
Power BI knowledge preferred.
Strong written, verbal, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent organization, prioritization, problem-solving, and time management skills.
Experience leading teams and developing talent preferred.
APICS, CPSM, CPM, or similar supply chain certifications preferred.
Visiting suppliers to establish strong partnerships. Travel expectations 20-30%

Responsibilities

Lead development, implementation, and continuous improvement of sourcing and commodity strategies.
Establish and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers, conduct supplier visits and audits, evaluate supplier capabilities, and support supplier development initiatives across North America.
Drive cost savings initiatives, analyze market conditions and pricing trends, and develop creative strategies to achieve future savings targets while balancing quality, service, and risk.
Monitor commodity markets, raw material pricing trends, and supplier performance to support informed decision making.
Partner with engineering, procurement, finance, product management, sales, marketing, and other internal teams to align sourcing priorities with business requirements.
Guide and mentor team members, share sourcing expertise, elevate team capabilities, and foster collaboration.
Lead Supply Chain support for new product introductions, including supplier engagement, negotiations, implementation planning, qualification activities, and BOM accuracy throughout the product development lifecycle.