Sourcing Manager

Why not work for an INDUSTRY LEADER

POOLCORP is theworlds leading distributor of outdoor livingproducts. We operate in more than 400 Sales Centers in 12 countries with nearly 6000 employees who proudly service the needs of our customers. The POOLCORP network includes SCP Distributors SCP Distributors International Superior Pool Products Jetline Pinch A Penny and Horizon Distributors.

Why POOLCORP

At POOLCORP youll find plenty of excellent career advancement and training opportunities to support your career growth. Our generous benefits package includes medical dental vision prescription coverage 401 (k) with 4% company match education reimbursement paid time off and more! As a company we value integrity trust diversity and ingenuity in everything we do including our employees. Our family-oriented hometown culture is supported by a stable growing company giving you the best of all worlds.

So end your job search here at POOLCORP Where Outdoor Living Comes to Life!

You want Benefits Youve got it! Our generous benefits package includes :

Company Paid Extended Health Care Benefits Dental Insurance and Wellness Programs

Group Retirement Savings Plan with generous company match

2 weeks of paid time off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays (NOTE : PTO increases with tenure!)

100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs

Bonus Programs that include Employee Recognition and Referrals Summer Madness and Annual Performance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employee Discounts and much more!

Location : Corporate Support - 109 Northpark Blvd. Covington LA 70433

Job Summary :

Reporting to the Director of Sourcing this position is responsible for managing the current vendor base for a particular category as well as looking for alternate vendors both domestically and internationally that will result in significant cost savings enhanced sales margin and / or enhanced delivery performance.

Responsibilities :

Continuously reviews assigned category sales and looks for margin cost or availability issues.

Determines categories or items that present improved sourcing opportunities.

Identifies suppliers that can supply new items or improve the supply of existing items.

Negotiates cost freight terms and legal conditions with suppliers.

Assists in developing specifications on products to be sourced.

Analyzes evaluates and summarizes suppliers offers.

Assists in determining market price for products.

Assists in the implementation of new product introductions.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements :

Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related discipline.

5-10 years of general pool product experience desirable.

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

ISM Certification and / or courses desirable.

International sourcing experience preferred.

Strong communication skills both written and verbal.

Ability and willingness to work overtime as required to meet project deadlines.

Ability to travel on occasion domestically and internationally.

Bilingual Military Military Spouses and Veteran applicants are strongly encouraged to apply! We understand the uniqueness of hiring military personnel and veterans and will support him / her in the time of duty or with the transition into new civilian professions.

POOLCORP is a drug-free company and Equal Opportunity Employer By Choice. The Company understands respects and values diversity unique styles experiences identities ideas and opinions while striving to be inclusive of all people. This commitment is critical to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Hiring and promotional decisions are based solely on the qualifications required for the job to be filled.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Category Management,Sourcing,Procurement,HR Sourcing,Supply Chain Experience,Analysis Skills,Contract Management,Supplier Management,Contract Negotiation,ERP Systems,negotiation,Contracts

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1