Colony Brands Inc.
Senior Sourcing Manager
Colony Brands Inc., Monroe, Wisconsin, United States, 53566
Job Description
We are seeking a collaborative, pro-active Senior Sourcing Manager with significant global sourcing experience for our Apparel brands. Do you enjoy the intricacies of global sourcing in an ever-changing market? Do you want to work for a family-owned company that offers a better work/life balance? If so, then Colony Brands, Inc. may be the place for you!
As a Senior Sourcing Manager, you'll report to the Divisional Sourcing Manager and be responsible for successfully sourcing and procuring materials and products that deliver the best possible value in price and quality while balancing risks and regulatory concerns. You'll partner with our Apparel Brand Merchandising, Planning, and Inventory teams to ensure domestic and international sourcing activities are aligned to meet the goals of the organization.
You'll also be responsible for:Driving business category sourcing strategies and cost initiatives to meet business goalsLeading and developing a product sourcing teamInfluencing key changes to process and toolsDriving and coordinating major Sourcing projects
QualificationsWe need an experienced Sourcing Manager with proven global sourcing and supply chain management experience within the apparel or textiles industry. This person must possess professional level communication skills and thrive in a dynamic, cross-functional, collaborative team environment. Ideally, you will have a bachelor's degree in a Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Operations Management discipline and 10+ years' experience with domestic and international product sourcing functions.
In addition, we are looking for:10+ years' experience negotiating high-dollar contracts and complex sourcing relationshipsA strong understanding of regulatory and trade requirements5+ years apparel industry experience with strong knowledge of fabric and garment construction (footwear and accessories experience would be a plus)3+ years leadership experienceA strategic thinker with forward visionA solution-oriented and customer-focused demeanorExceptional negotiation and conflict management skillsStrong organizational and project management skillsThe ability to travel internationallyA team player who fosters cross-functional relationships
This position offers the flexibility to work at our headquarters in Monroe, WI while also working from home (remotely). To take advantage of the remote work option, you must:Have reliable, high-speed internet and appropriate home office ergonomicsBe able to drive to/work in Monroe, WI 2-3 days/weekMaintain a residence in a state where we currently have other employees (location restrictions apply)
About UsColony Brands, Inc. is one of North America's largest, multi-channel, direct-marketing companies. The company maintains an extensive portfolio of affiliates, brands, and products ranging from cheese and petit fours to apparel and kitchen appliances, while maintaining its roots as a private, customer-centric business based in Monroe, WI. We're financially sound, yet our success is not just defined by our profits; it's about living our Core Values, giving our employees the opportunity for growth and providing a better place to live and work!
Benefits DetailsColony Brands is not just about growing our profits - We are about giving our employees the opportunity for growth and providing a better place to live and work. We also offer our employees many great rewards in addition to monetary compensation:Medical/Dental/Vision insuranceA robust Wellness Program including Onsite HealthcareSuperb Retirement Plans (401K & a company-funded Pension Plan)Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO) benefitsSeven 4-day work weeks in the summer months to give our employees additional time offEducational AssistanceCompany Profit-SharingCompany Product DiscountsAnd, so MANY more!
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We are seeking a collaborative, pro-active Senior Sourcing Manager with significant global sourcing experience for our Apparel brands. Do you enjoy the intricacies of global sourcing in an ever-changing market? Do you want to work for a family-owned company that offers a better work/life balance? If so, then Colony Brands, Inc. may be the place for you!
As a Senior Sourcing Manager, you'll report to the Divisional Sourcing Manager and be responsible for successfully sourcing and procuring materials and products that deliver the best possible value in price and quality while balancing risks and regulatory concerns. You'll partner with our Apparel Brand Merchandising, Planning, and Inventory teams to ensure domestic and international sourcing activities are aligned to meet the goals of the organization.
You'll also be responsible for:Driving business category sourcing strategies and cost initiatives to meet business goalsLeading and developing a product sourcing teamInfluencing key changes to process and toolsDriving and coordinating major Sourcing projects
QualificationsWe need an experienced Sourcing Manager with proven global sourcing and supply chain management experience within the apparel or textiles industry. This person must possess professional level communication skills and thrive in a dynamic, cross-functional, collaborative team environment. Ideally, you will have a bachelor's degree in a Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Operations Management discipline and 10+ years' experience with domestic and international product sourcing functions.
In addition, we are looking for:10+ years' experience negotiating high-dollar contracts and complex sourcing relationshipsA strong understanding of regulatory and trade requirements5+ years apparel industry experience with strong knowledge of fabric and garment construction (footwear and accessories experience would be a plus)3+ years leadership experienceA strategic thinker with forward visionA solution-oriented and customer-focused demeanorExceptional negotiation and conflict management skillsStrong organizational and project management skillsThe ability to travel internationallyA team player who fosters cross-functional relationships
This position offers the flexibility to work at our headquarters in Monroe, WI while also working from home (remotely). To take advantage of the remote work option, you must:Have reliable, high-speed internet and appropriate home office ergonomicsBe able to drive to/work in Monroe, WI 2-3 days/weekMaintain a residence in a state where we currently have other employees (location restrictions apply)
About UsColony Brands, Inc. is one of North America's largest, multi-channel, direct-marketing companies. The company maintains an extensive portfolio of affiliates, brands, and products ranging from cheese and petit fours to apparel and kitchen appliances, while maintaining its roots as a private, customer-centric business based in Monroe, WI. We're financially sound, yet our success is not just defined by our profits; it's about living our Core Values, giving our employees the opportunity for growth and providing a better place to live and work!
Benefits DetailsColony Brands is not just about growing our profits - We are about giving our employees the opportunity for growth and providing a better place to live and work. We also offer our employees many great rewards in addition to monetary compensation:Medical/Dental/Vision insuranceA robust Wellness Program including Onsite HealthcareSuperb Retirement Plans (401K & a company-funded Pension Plan)Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO) benefitsSeven 4-day work weeks in the summer months to give our employees additional time offEducational AssistanceCompany Profit-SharingCompany Product DiscountsAnd, so MANY more!
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