Sourcing Manager

An entertainment company is seeking a Sourcing Manager who can fulfill the responsibilities outlined below, demonstrating expertise in procurement, production tracking, and strategic sourcing initiatives, while contributing to the company’s vision for innovative and sustainable product development.

An ideal candidate for this role would possess a strong aptitude for order aggregation, production oversight, and effective communication, with a proven track record of driving sourcing strategies that align with the company’s objectives in sustainability and supply chain transparency.

Job Details

TEMP

ON-SITE – KISSIMMEE FLORIDA

PAY $33.00 -$36.67 / HR

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the consolidation and approval of orders spanning all business units.
• Track and generate production reports.
• Adapt to evolving business requirements during the active season.
• Effectively oversee the transition between Development Sourcing and Responsible Sourcing/Production when processing purchase orders.
• Supervise vendor timelines for time and action (T&A) schedules, provide weekly progress updates, and manage any issues related to shipments for affected regions.
• Take ownership of in-season requests for expediting, following up, or canceling orders, and address any production delays or challenges.
• Assess initial work processes and establish more efficient methods for monitoring data and maintaining consistent communication with team partners.
• Prepare standard or on-demand reports as needed, including time and action calendars, production schedules, and status updates.
• Implement and monitor progress in line with strategic sourcing initiatives, such as Source Country Diversification, Sustainability, and Supply Chain Transparency.
• Evaluate suppliers throughout the purchase order and production stages, collaborating with the Development Sourcing team to shape long-term supplier strategies for the business.
• Contribute to sourcing strategies that align with the company’s objectives, including Source Country Diversification, Sustainability, and Supply Chain Transparency.
• Lead the development of consistent strategies in line with the overall vision of Experiences and Products and Global Product Creation (GPC).
• Explore novel opportunities, concepts, methodologies, and materials to foster innovation in product development.
• Utilize product knowledge to meet the diverse needs of partners and ensure effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and vendors.

Qualifications

• MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ON-SITE IN KISSIMMEE, FLORIDA!
• A Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Merchandising, Product Design, Business, or Supply Chain.
• Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience, with a preference for experience in specialty retail or consumer products.
• Knowledge of the procurement and production processes of various product categories.
• A history of successful communication with manufacturers.
• Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational abilities.
• Capable of managing multiple product SKUs and timelines in a fast-paced work environment.
• Experience in building trust and credibility with diverse partners.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, efficiency, and scalability.
• Desire and capability to be adaptable, embrace change, and grow alongside the organization.

Please submit your resume for consideration!

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