Job Description :
Sourcing/Production Manager
We are currently searching for a “Sourcing/ Production Manager“ with vast experience in Networking and Production & Sourcing in Central & South America for imports into the US market. The candidate must possess outstanding organization and communication skills to excel in this position. We need a passionate, highly skilled, experienced, and positive leader to develop and manage our Production and Sourcing Team. This candidate will focus on developing and implementing improved strategic sourcing policies to ensure continuous supply as our Purchase Orders dictate. The candidate will be evaluating cost sheets, forecasts, and negotiating cost-effective contracts with key suppliers. The ideal candidate should demonstrate sound knowledge of negotiation strategies and extensive experience in a similar role. An accomplished strategic Production and Sourcing leaders’ expertise translates into higher profit margins and help propel the supply chain to a competitive advantage.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Production and Sourcing Team, spearheading the execution, development, promotion, and adoption of innovative sourcing strategies.
- Evaluate production, sourcing procedures, and present improvement strategies to Senior Management for approval.
- Drive change and accelerate growth through policy enhancements and performance management.
- Develop and implement supplier performance reviews.
- Implement healthy relationships with vendors to ensuring strong partnerships.
- Stay ahead of market trends and provide valuable market intelligence to support informed decision-making.
- Estimate risks and apply risk minimizing techniques focusing on business continuity as well as reducing sole and single sources.
- Uphold internal and external policies, social compliance requirements, regulations, and laws.
Required Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- 10+ Years’ experience with Production, Networking and Sourcing in Central & South America.
- Bilingual (Spanish & English) required.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Extraordinary analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
- Strong business acumen, cost management expertise, and a focus on quality.
- A structured and process-oriented approach to drive efficiency and productivity.
- Confidence in working with executive and senior leadership, showcasing exceptional influence and presentation abilities.
- Ability to manage remote employees internationally
Job Type Full-time
Salary
- At our organization, we value and reward our employees for their hard work and dedication. We offer a competitive compensation package that aligns with market standards and supports employee attraction and retention. Our salary ranges are based on the role, level, and location.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with Employer match
- Life Insurance
- Basic Long-Term Disability
Schedule Monday to Friday
Work Location La Palma, CA 90623
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Commute:
- La Palma, CA 90623 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- La Palma, CA 90623: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in La Palma, CA 90623