Director of Purchasing and Sourcing

Lebermuth Co • South Bend, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

To lead the company’s sourcing and procurement strategies with a focus on value creation, supplier partnerships, cost savings, and operational excellence. This role ensures that the procurement function is a proactive business partner that supports innovation, compliance, and growth through high-integrity supplier relationships and optimized sourcing practices.

Requirements

• 8+ years of sourcing and procurement experience, preferably in global supply chains
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building capabilities
• Financial acumen and understanding of cost drivers, budgets, and ROI
• Effective negotiation and contract management skills
• Strategic thinking with hands-on execution ability
• Experience in working with cross-functional teams (R&D, operations, quality, legal)
• Deep knowledge of sourcing in regulated or product-sensitive industries

Responsibilities

• Design and lead a global sourcing strategy that secures cost-effective, timely, and high-quality supply of materials including fragrances, essential oils, flavors, and chemicals.
• Cultivate strong, long-term relationships with suppliers across the globe, characterized by trust, performance, and a shared commitment to continuous improvement, risk mitigation, cost control, and innovation.
• Lead and develop a high-performing procurement team, empowering them with clear expectations, real-time coaching, and professional development.
• Manage department budgets, track KPIs, and identify cost-saving opportunities using market data, spend analysis, and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, regulatory, and quality teams to ensure materials support new product development, compliance, and production timelines.
• Stay ahead of global supply trends and proactively manage risk, integrating sustainability, compliance, and ethical standards into the sourcing approach.
• Adapt quickly to changes in market dynamics and supply availability without disruption.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed