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The Manager, Sourcing and Product Development – Private Brands is responsible for executing sourcing strategies and product development initiatives that support private brand growth within the convenience retail channel, across packaged food, beverages, snacks, and general merchandise. This role works closely with the Private Brand Product Management team to bring product concepts to life, ensuring alignment on product vision, cost targets, specifications, and timelines. The Manager plays a key role in optimizing the private brand supply chain and in building and following structured, scalable processes that enable speed-to-market, quality, and operational efficiency.
Job Responsibility
Partner closely with the Private Brand Product Management team to execute product development plans aligned to brand and assortment strategies
Manage day-to-day product development activities from concept approval through commercialization
Translate product briefs into detailed specifications, packaging requirements, and supplier briefs
Provide input on feasibility, supplier capabilities, cost implications, and supply chain considerations
Support SKU lifecycle activities including reformulations, line extensions, and item transitions
Execute sourcing strategies across domestic and international suppliers for assigned categories
Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers in alignment with quality, cost, and capacity requirements
Lead supplier communications related to product development, costing, timelines, and performance
Support supplier negotiations and cost-reduction initiatives in partnership with leadership
Maintain supplier documentation, specifications, and contracts
Support end-to-end supply chain optimization efforts for private brand products
Partner with Supply Chain, Logistics, and Inventory Planning teams to: Improve lead times and on-time delivery, Optimize MOQ, production runs, and inventory levels, Reduce total landed cost where possible
Monitor supplier performance related to service levels, quality, and responsiveness
Escalate supply risks and support mitigation plans such as alternate sourcing or item transitions
Execute and continuously improve sourcing and product development processes to ensure consistency and scalability
Follow standardized workflows for: New item development and commercialization, Supplier qualification and onboarding, Costing, specification management, and change control
Help document processes, tools, and best practices
Track progress against timelines, milestones, and readiness requirements
Use data and reporting to identify gaps and improvement opportunities
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners including Product Management, Merchandising, QA, Supply Chain, Legal, Finance, and Operations
Provide guidance and day-to-day support to junior team members or analysts, as applicable
Contribute to a solutions-oriented, accountable team culture
Participate in training, onboarding, and capability-building initiatives
Ensure all assigned products meet FDA, USDA, FSMA, and applicable regulatory requirements
Partner with QA and Regulatory teams to manage product specifications, audits, labeling, allergens, and claims
Support issue resolution related to quality, compliance, and supplier corrective actions
Uphold private brand quality and food safety standards
Support product-level costing, margin targets, and business case development
Track costs, savings initiatives, and supplier changes impacting COGS
Assist in forecasting, item setup, and launch readiness activities
Ensure sourcing decisions align with financial and operational goals
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Buying Operations, Supply Chain, Food Science, or related field
5–8 years of experience in sourcing, product development, or private brand roles
Experience with CPG packaged food and/or general merchandise
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with Product Management teams
Working knowledge of supply chain concepts, supplier management, and commercialization processes
Strong organizational, communication, and execution skills
Nice to have
Experience in convenience retail or multi-format retail
Exposure to global sourcing and food safety regulations
Prior experience mentoring or supervising junior team members