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Senior Manager, SourcingBuild-A-Bear • Saint Louis, MO, US
Senior Manager, Sourcing

Senior Manager, Sourcing

Build-A-Bear • Saint Louis, MO, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

At Build-A-Bear we believe in the power of imagination, creativity, and memorable experiences. Our mission is to add a little more heart to life by creating unique experiences, lasting connections, and beloved memories that create lasting emotional connections. We are a multi-channel, site-based experience and entertainment company, with diversified categories and consumer segments. We are seeking a strategic and inspirational Senior Manager, Sourcing to join our dynamic team.

The Senior Manager, Sourcing directly impacts Build-A-Bear's financial performance, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability by selecting, sourcing and evaluating high-quality suppliers that make Build-A-Bear's amazing products. The role brings strategic vision, vendor expertise, and efficiency to, positively influence Build-A-Bear's bottom line and long-term success.

Responsibilities :

  • Negotiate costs to ensure company's IMU targets
  • Products are valued engineered - value engineered product
  • Create and execute an aggressive sourcing diversification strategy
  • Manage Factory Social Compliance program
  • Environmental compliance

Required Qualifications :

  • 5+ years experience in sourcing, factory management, or product development
  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, procurement, or a related field
  • Experience in negotiating and managing supplier contracts
  • Familiarity with procurement and supply chain management technology
  • Established track record of successful margin expansion
  • Behavioral Traits for Success :

  • An analytical, inquiring, and critical mind that solves complex problems
  • Can consider all possibly related facts and potential issues
  • Intellectual confidence
  • Able to weigh all decisions carefully and thoroughly, based on expertise to avoid risk
  • The ability to deal with abstract concepts, systems, and ideas
  • Organized self-disciplined approach to producing timely results that are high quality and accurate
  • Working Environment :

  • Typical office environment with climate control and sufficient lighting, ergonomic desk / chairs
  • Corporate Office located St. Louis, MO
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Domestic travel up 1-2 times annually
  • International up to 4 times annually
  • Your Performance Will Be Measured On :

    Your performance will be measured by your ability to achieve annual department objectives and corporate goals which include but are not limited to the following :

  • Decision-making, judgement, and execution
  • IMU for assigned categories
  • Social and environmental compliance
  • Negotiated cost of goods within financial parameters
  • Supplier diversity
  • Risk management
  • Quality assurance
  • Operational efficiency
  • Capacity to adjust, comprehend, and appreciate diverse cultures
  • Stakeholder feedback
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