Strategic Sourcing Director (Remote)

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About The Job:

Interested in joining a growing organization with a driven, supportive, growth-minded culture? Are you passionate about sourcing strategy and supply chain performance? Looking for a team that recognizes your contributions and cares about your development and success? This may be the job for you! Check out the details below and apply today!

JOB TITLE: Strategic Sourcing Director

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full Time, Exempt

LOCATION (Hybrid or Remote): Employee's Home Office with quarterly travel to the Stego Home Office in San Clemente, CA (preference for candidates located within 70 miles of San Clemente, CA)

HOURS & TIME ZONE: Monday Friday, 8:00am 5:00pm local time (Pacific Time Zone preferred)

PAY RANGE: Reasonably expected to be $140,000 - $180,000 USD annually based on experience, education, and location.

BENEFITS:

Eligible employees may participate in a variety of benefit programs (some of which are available only upon reaching certain time-based milestones), which may include, without limitation, health insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, health reimbursement, lifestyle spending, and flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with a company match offering, life insurance, discretionary bonus, sick leave, parental leave, and vacation.

ROLE PURPOSE:

The purpose of the Strategic Sourcing Director role is to lead Stego's Sourcing Subdivision. This role will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies, onboarding and managing supplier relationships, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain performance and help drive innovation in contribution to the achievement of the Company's vision, goals, and objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (KEY RESPONSIBILITIES):

• GOALS & OBJECTIVES:
  • Meaningfully engage in strategic planning and Company-wide goal identification and achievement in collaboration with Ownership, President, Vice Presidents, and others on the Company leadership team
  • Create Sourcing Subdivision goals and objectives in consultation in collaboration with the Division's Vice President and other Vendor Relations Team members
  • Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve Company and Sourcing Subdivision goals
  • Ensure internal cross-collaboration and utilization of Company resources to achieve shared objectives
  • Make data-driven decisions through KPIs/BI tools in the performance evaluation and management of the department in collaboration with the VP of Marketing & Development and other supply chain leaders
• SOURCING:
  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies to meet company goals related to cost savings, supplier performance, supply chain security, and innovation
  • Determine monthly, quarterly, and annual production forecasting in conjunction with cross-functional team
  • Responsible for actively managing and optimizing supply and inventory against demand, including the use and maintenance of buffer stock
  • Negotiate pricing, terms, MOQs, discounts, rebates, and all major components of Supply Agreements, as necessary
  • Responsible for reporting to Vice President of Marketing & Development and the Leadership Team on strategic considerations
  • Manage supplier relationships, fostering long-term partnerships and ensuring compliance with company standards
  • Implement new processes and systems for sourcing optimization and risk management
• COMPANY CULTURE:
  • Build strong working relationships and collaborate with other Company, Division and Subdivision leaders
  • Participate in interviewing new employees in the Sourcing Subdivision (and other Subdivisions, as appropriate)
  • Ensure effective hiring and training of all future Sourcing Subdivision team members

REQUIRED SKILLS, TRAITS & COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent planning, problem solving, and project management skills
• Negotiation skills
• High emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and situational awareness
• Strong networking, presentation, and oral and written communication skills
• Production Forecasting and Inventory Management
• Ability to thrive and lead in a team environment (strong interpersonal and leadership skills

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, COMPETENCIES:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, CSCP) are a plus
• 5 years of sourcing experience (required)
• 5 years of management experience (preferred)
• Proficient in report development (required)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, Trello, Salesforce, and Supply Chain software (strongly preferred)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed in an office environment

TRAVEL REQUIRED:

• Ability to travel to and attend meetings, including nights and overnight stays (approximately 20% of the time)
• Willingness to travel up to 15% of the time for supplier visits and company events, including international travel

It is important for Stego to be thorough in our vetting and interview process to make sure the position is the right fit for both parties. Please note that it may take up to a couple of weeks of vetting and narrowing down candidates before we begin the formal interview process. Following initial vetting of applications, you may be invited to interview with several Stego team members. Initial interviews will be done virtually, and later interviews will be done in person. We appreciate your understanding and patience, and we will endeavor to respect your time and investment as much as possible.

This job description does not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities are as of the date provided and may change at any time with or without notice. Stego Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and selects employees on the basis of ability, experience, training, and character. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, age, national origin, genetic information, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable law. Stego Industries, LLC will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. Privacy Policy: https://www.stegoindustries.com/legal/privacy-policy. No employment Visa sponsorship is available as of the date hereof. Stego Industries, LLC is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Stego HR at 1-877-464-7834 or StegoHR@ stegoindustries.com.