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Director of Sourcing
Academy Sports
Katy, TX, United States
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Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
• 8+ years of Sourcing, Product Development, Buying, Planning, Supply Chain or Production Management experience required
• 6+ years of experience in a leadership capacity required
• 2+ years of project management experience preferred
• 4+ years of experience working with Multi-National teams preferred
EDUCATION:
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of study or equivalent years of related work experience required
• Master’s in Business Administration preferred
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Strong interpersonal, written, verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels
• Advanced organizational skills required to mitigate risk and meet multiple deadlines in a frequently changing environment
• Change management leader who takes ownership of and embraces change
• Utilize background and critical thinking skills to create new strategies that will enhance private brand performance
• Build and maintain highly skilled and motivated team by leading with integrity, propelling the team to the successful execution of goals and providing development opportunities
• Advanced knowledge of the sourcing value chain
• Understanding of best in class vendor performance standards to proactively develop suppliers to support growth and mitigate risk
• Expert knowledge of Import Logistics, Customs and Factory Compliance
• Leader in adaption of new and emerging trade policies optimizing cost of goods in a complex and ever changing supply, legal and regulatory environment
• Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills required; advanced Excel and Power Point skills preferred
• Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform duties
ATTENDANCE:
• Regular attendance required.
• Ability to work flexible hours such as evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary
• Up to 20% of domestic and international travel required
SOME DUTIES:
• Lead, plan and set standard expectations for negotiation process in alignment with seasonal and replenishment development cycles
• Create and implement cost savings, quality improvement and risk mitigation activities
• Develop aggregate buying and nomination material supplier strategy for broad area of responsibility
• Lead purchase order conformity process to ensure OTB accuracy
• Prepare and conduct presentations to management and vendors
• Lead departmental cross functional meetings, as required
• Assess and prioritize departmental KPI’s to maximize the achievement of business goals
• Lead initiatives to mitigate reoccurring and emerging risk factors
• Expert technical knowledge of assigned product categories to: improve timelines; mitigate sourcing risks; reduce costs by identifying production run opportunities, reengineering of products and supplier consolidation
• Ensure Academy is working with the best in class suppliers by developing and maintaining supplier relationships that achieve Private Brand’s sourcing strategy, organizational goals, and adhere to Academy’s ethical standards
• Own the supplier negotiation process for private brands in area of responsibility
• Create sourcing department strategy to be documented through the use of Standard Operating Procedures
• Identify areas of process improvement
• Mentor, train and develop sourcing team
• Identify, recruit and retain high quality talent
• Drive the execution of business plans and projects
• Develop a thorough understanding of Academy policies, procedures and safety rules
• Duties may change and team members may be required to perform other duties as assigned
Full time
Equal Opportunity Employer