Global Sourcing Specialist - Hardgoods

BDA•Woodinville, WA

14h•$92,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Global Sourcing Specialist (hardgoods) supports a portfolio of critical, customized orders primarily from overseas manufacturers. This includes all levels of project management from scope definition, budget management and resource tracking in a fast-paced creative environment where priorities can change quickly. High levels of quick, creative problem-solving skills will set you up for success. This role sits at the center of bringing custom products to life. You’ll help turn creative concepts into meaningful, high-impact merchandise experiences that connect brands with people in memorable ways. Every order requires strong execution, thoughtful vendor partnership, and creative problem-solving — but the result is work you can actually see, touch, and celebrate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally with business experience in manufacturing, project management, supply chain, logistics, product management, or a related field.
2–6 years of experience in sourcing, product development, project management, materials, production, resource planning, supplier management.
Hands-on/direct 1:1 experience working with overseas factories, suppliers, or sourcing partners; experience with Chinese factories or Asia-based sourcing is strongly preferred.
Proven ability to manage supplier negotiations, including pricing, MOQs, production timelines, feasibility, and trade-offs.
Strong business judgment, common sense, and ownership mindset, with a demonstrated work ethic and ability to follow through on commitments.
Ability to manage multiple projects, orders, or production timelines concurrently while maintaining attention to detail, deadlines, and customer expectations.
Solid problem-solving and decision-making skills, especially in fast-paced or ambiguous environments where priorities may shift.
Effective cross-functional communication skills, with the ability to partner closely with Sales, Design, Logistics, Vendors, and internal stakeholders to keep projects moving forward.
Project management experience with scope, schedule, budget, and resource tracking
Excellent problem-solving skills
Experience in a fast-paced creative environment
Experience in calculating various costs factors for landed costs
Ability to read, understand and change a product specification desirable
Able to manage to balance between productivity and quality
Experience working with and managing external vendors
Expert use of MS Office including Word, Excel, PPT, and Project
Solid organizational, time-management, negotiating, presentation, communication, and writing skills
Ability to work closely and effectively with other members of sales, purchasing, product development groups and clients
Maintain a high level of professionalism when interacting with co-workers and clients.
Promote high level of customer service to ensure smooth operations and satisfied internal partners/clients
Promote positive image
Maintain exceptional attendance and punctuality
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure

Nice To Haves

Hardgoods/Action figures/Custom tooled goods experience highly valued

Responsibilities

Manage portfolio of critical projects/orders and execute them on time, meeting quality expectations while remaining on budget.
Improve existing processes as well as establish new ones as well as documenting to efficiently manage the key areas of responsibility
Work collaboratively with departmental team managers on department-wide initiatives and management
Develop and maintain strong, collaborative partnerships with internal clients and other departments
Create Purchase Order Issuance Templates and manage Purchase Orders with multiple venders to meet IHD/Event Dates.
Work with internal and external clients to manage strategic and tactical aspects of key projects: SOW, scope, issues/risks, schedule, estimates, budget, quality, communication, team and client relationships daily.
Set up and participate in project kick-off, status, and review meetings
Ensure project requirements are clearly scoped, communicated and delivered
Calculate estimated landed costs, establish work plans for key projects to include contributing stakeholders, inter-departmental work groups, as well as Design Lab and Logistics
Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Ensure projects are completed within budget and on time
Ensure that all work maintains the high-quality standards demanded by BDA and its clients
Manage all projects to completion – report and track on time delivery/ cost savings to ensure meeting annual WIGs.
Additional duties as assigned by Manager