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Senior Manager, Global Sourcing

Fellowes Brands
Itasca, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2025

Description

Our most important asset is our people. Who we are, what we do, how we do it and why we are passionate are all centerpieces of why we succeed.

We are proud to be recognized :

  • Among America’s Best Midsize Employers by Forbes in 2021, 2022 and 2024
  • As a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for four consecutive years (2021-2024)

Role Summary

Are you a strategic sourcing leader with a passion for driving innovation, optimizing supplier partnerships, and delivering measurable business impact? At Fellowes, we’re looking for a  Senior Manager, Global Sourcing to lead and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies that enhance our product quality, cost efficiency, and global supply chain performance.

This role will be at the forefront of our New Product Development (NPD) and stage gate processes, ensuring that sourcing decisions align with our corporate growth and profitability objectives. You’ll work cross-functionally with Engineering, Finance, Logistics, and Sales to maximize business success.

This role, based in our Itasca, IL, HQs, reports into the Director of Global Strategic Sourcing. It will have one direct report and will require approximately 50-60% travel (mainly domestic).

In This Role, You Will…

  • Design and implement strategic sourcing initiatives, focusing on cost savings, supplier development and geographic optimization
  • Partner with suppliers to enhance quality, reduce costs and drive continuous improvements in global manufacturing and OEM supply chains
  • Negotiate complex supplier contracts and production capacity agreements to support long-term business goals
  • Oversee supplier production capacity, ensuring on-time delivery of new and existing products
  • Manage sourcing analytics and procurement technology, including Oracle, GDW and Syteline
  • Develop KPIs to measure supplier performance and inventory efficiency
  • Align sourcing priorities with project-based procurement needs, bridging strategic vision with execution
  • What You Bring to the Team

  • A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in global sourcing and supply chain management, to include leadership experience
  • Proven expertise in supplier negotiations, strategic sourcing and cost reduction strategies
  • A background in Architectural Products, Interior Finishes or Building Materials is preferred
  • Strong cross-functional communication skills, working across engineering, finance, logistics and marketing
  • Experience working with global teams and suppliers, with a deep understanding of international business cultures
  • A continuous improvement mindset, leveraging Lean practices to enhance sourcing efficiency and productivity
  • A bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain (APICS or CPM certification preferred)
  • The hiring range for this position in Itasca, IL is $130,000 to $150,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills and experience, among other factors. An annual incentive may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial and / or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. An overview of our benefits offering is available here :   Fellowes Benefits Overview .

    Fellowes Brands - A Family Business Since 1917

    For over a century, Fellowes has been committed to positively impacting people through our culture, relationships and solutions. We have evolved toward relevance with each decade and generation, responding to a constantly changing world. Today, we are on an ambitious journey to grow our influence and impact in enhancing and maximizing work experiences worldwide. We are a “Brand on the Move” and remain committed to finding new ways to help people work better and feel better.

    Visit our Careers Site : www.fellowesbrands.com / us / en / careers / Pages / overview.aspx

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

    Fellowes, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a mutual service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered Fellowes' property, and Fellowes will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting the Talent Acquisition Department.

    Salary : $130,000 - $150,000

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