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This position works with key domestic and international vendors, Food Merchandising and Own Brand cross-functional partners to increase share growth by sourcing materials or finished goods to deliver on Fresh Thyme Own Brand products promises to be as good as or better than national brands.
Job Responsibility:
Providing domestic and global product sourcing expertise to the team and the organization utilizing a skill set that includes sourcing strategy development, vendor identification/evaluation, negotiation, and on-going management
Manages complex supplier negotiations that include multi-platform categories and complex distribution channels
Partnering with the Director of Sourcing, Merchandise Category Managers, Own Brand Leads and other Fresh Thyme cross-functional positions (e.g. QA, Regulatory, Packaging, etc)
Traveling up to 25% to the Fresh Thyme headquarters in Chicago, IL
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in relevant area required (Sourcing, Procurement, Product Development, Merchandising, Manufacturing)
4+ years of experience in product sourcing both domestically and globally
Product Sourcing Manager experience for a retailer, wholesaler or manufacturer and have 4+ years of experience with steady progression to positions of increased responsibility
Must have a successful track record sourcing raw materials/finished product both domestically and globally and sourcing hard (traded inputs) commodities, soft commodities (buyer/seller markets), and value-added products
Must have a robust understanding of how key cost inputs and global supply/demand trends contribute to volatile market conditions and be able to execute corresponding category level risk mitigation strategies
Must be aware of current trends in the industry
Proven ability to develop sourcing strategies for raw materials and finished products
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proactive thinker and problem solver
Strong interpersonal, organizational and time management skills
Computer proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Does not have P&L responsibility but must have a record of solid financial success in product sourcing and P&L management
What we offer:
Weekly pay
Scheduling flexibility
Paid parental leave
Paid education assistance
Team member discount
Development programs for advancement and career growth