Global Sourcing Specialist-Senior

Flexsteel Industries Inc. • High Point, NC

5h

About The Position

As a Senior Global Sourcing Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring our products are supported by a resilient, high-performing supply base. This role involves serving as the primary liaison between Asia-based suppliers and Mexico manufacturing operations, aligning sourcing strategies around cost, quality, lead time, and supply continuity. You will develop and execute global sourcing strategies for components and raw materials, identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers, and manage supplier performance. This position also partners with various internal teams to support new product introductions and strategic growth initiatives, while collaborating on cost-saving opportunities and process improvements. Monitoring global market trends and supporting inventory optimization are also key aspects of this role. The position requires domestic and international travel to strengthen supplier relationships and support sourcing initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or supplier management experience.
• Experience developing and managing supplier relationships in a global sourcing environment.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in manufacturing, furniture, consumer products, or durable goods industries.
• Knowledge of supplier performance management, contract negotiation, and strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Familiarity with ERP, planning, and supply chain management systems.
• Experience leading cost-reduction, value engineering, or supplier development initiatives.
• Ability to analyze market trends and develop sourcing strategies that improve business performance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between Asia-based suppliers and Mexico manufacturing operations, aligning sourcing strategies around cost, quality, lead time, and supply continuity.
• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for components and raw materials that support operational excellence and long-term business objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers while proactively managing supply chain risks and market changes.
• Manage supplier performance reviews using KPIs and scorecards to drive improvements in quality, delivery, service, and total cost of ownership.
• Partner with Product Development, Engineering, Manufacturing, and SIOP teams to support new product introductions (NPI) and strategic growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities, value engineering projects, and process improvements.
• Monitor global market trends, commodity movements, and supply chain developments to anticipate risks and maintain continuity of supply.
• Support inventory optimization and service-level goals through collaboration with Purchasing and SIOP teams.
• Travel domestically and internationally to strengthen supplier relationships, support sourcing initiatives, and drive project success.

Benefits

• Make a direct impact on global sourcing strategy and business performance.
• Collaborate with teams across North America and Asia.
• Build relationships with world-class suppliers and manufacturing partners.
• Lead initiatives that improve cost, quality, innovation, and supply chain resilience.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic, global environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior