Director of Global Sourcing

Post Date

Apr 17, 2024

Location

Lexington,
Kentucky

ZIP/Postal Code

40511
US
Jul 11, 2024 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Managerial / Professional

Req #

LOU-698155

Pay Rate

$127k - $190k (estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Director of Global Sourcing to join a Large Manufacturing clients corporate office in the Lexington, KY. This candidate will mentor and develop the current team in place providing guidance in areas such as cost evaluations, strategic supplier reviews, obsolete inventory disposition and item consolidation. They will develop and support relationships with strategic suppliers to ensure quality consumer products are manufacturing in time at the best possible cost. The candidate will be responsible for leading contract negotiations and contract discussions in relation to key company contracts. The ideal candidate will be able to lead sourcing strategies across different teams to ensure the company goals and targets are met. They will be responsible for hitting company financial goals regarding, competitive sourcing, competitive bidding, power buying, evaluating opportunities such as leveraging logistical advantages, etc. In this role the person will follow existing processes and procedures while also develop new processes to enhance the procurement process company wide. This is a five day a week onsite role in Lexington, Kentucky.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].

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Required Skills & Experience

- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field

- 2+ Years experience in a Director level role heavily involved in Sourcing

- 6+ Years experience within Global Strategic Sourcing

- Strong career experience in S2P (Source to Pay) as opposed to P2P (Procure to Pay)

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- ISM or APICS Certification

- Experience in Manufacturing or Consumer Good Industry

- Microsoft Dynamics Experience

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.