Sourcing Director

Regal Ware Inc•Milwaukee, WI

32d

About The Position

Regal Ware is a fourth generation led, family-owned company based in the US Midwest for over 100 years. We produce and sell the best cookware products in the business and we’re always looking for what’s next in the kitchen. We believe the kitchen (and the family table) make up the hub of the home, where everyone belongs. We are all working together to: Support our divisions - when they grow, we grow Positively impact the lives of over 1,000,000+ people each year with our innovative and entrepreneurial mindset Create an environment where all employees can do their best work You will love it here if you believe in the following: Everybody matters Do the right thing We are in this together Passion for our customers If this sounds like the company for you, your seat at our Regal Ware family table awaits. Your seat at the table: Sourcing Director You will love this seat if you get, want, and have the capacity to: Lead, Manage, and Drive Accountability (LMA) Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing sourcing team through clear expectations, ongoing feedback, and professional development. Manage team priorities, resources, and performance to achieve departmental and organizational objectives. Drive accountability across the sourcing function by setting measurable goals, monitoring progress, and ensuring ownership of results. Foster a culture of collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement within the sourcing organization. Supplier Identification & Selection Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers to support business objectives, cost targets, and innovation goals. Conduct comprehensive market analysis to assess supplier capabilities, competitiveness, and risk. Build and maintain a diverse and reliable supplier network aligned with company sourcing strategies. Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Develop and sustain strategic supplier partnerships focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and performance. Lead supplier performance reviews based on key metrics such as quality, cost, delivery, and service. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve supplier issues and ensure alignment with business priorities. Supplier Contract Management & Price Negotiation Oversee supplier contract creation, negotiation, and execution to ensure favorable commercial terms and compliance with legal standards. Lead complex price negotiations that drive cost efficiencies while maintaining supplier quality and reliability. Partner with Legal, Finance, and Compliance teams to mitigate contractual and operational risks. Purchase Requisition Administration Manage the purchase requisition and approval process to ensure timely, accurate, and policy-compliant procurement activity. Implement and monitor procurement systems, controls, and workflows to improve operational efficiency. Ensure all purchasing aligns with financial controls and audit requirements. Supplier Knowledge of Portfolio Categories Maintain deep understanding of assigned portfolio categories, including market trends, pricing dynamics, and supplier capabilities. Provide category expertise to support business planning, innovation, and product development efforts. Develop and execute category strategies that balance cost, quality, and supply assurance. This seat reports to: Iconic Kitchen Brands, President Our company believes leaders are critical to the success of each individual. Because of this, you will have a leader who: Works with a sense of urgency and aligned purpose Has a passion for our customers and a focus on end consumers Is a servant leader who is collaborative and approachable Has strong ethics and integrity Is courageous and inspirational There are so many benefits to being a part of the Regal Ware Team! Our benefits package is built with you and your family in mind – and that starts with the things that are most important to you – your health, your lifestyle, and your future. Learn more at https://www.regalware.com/careers/ Regal Ware is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
Minimum 8 years of sourcing experience preferred.
Experience working with Asia based factories is a necessity (China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Viet Nam, Thailand). Knowledge of sourcing in Europe, Turkey, Mexico, Indonesia, and India is beneficial.
Working knowledge of U.S. and Canadian retailer’s housewares categories.
Current or previous sourcing and product development in electric and non-electric housewares- kitchen products.
Demonstrated collaboration with sales, marketing, and/or merchandising personnel.
Advanced skillset with all Microsoft programs (Excel, Powerpoint, Word) and ERP’s

Nice To Haves

Mandarin speaking skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing sourcing team through clear expectations, ongoing feedback, and professional development.
Manage team priorities, resources, and performance to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
Drive accountability across the sourcing function by setting measurable goals, monitoring progress, and ensuring ownership of results.
Foster a culture of collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement within the sourcing organization.
Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers to support business objectives, cost targets, and innovation goals.
Conduct comprehensive market analysis to assess supplier capabilities, competitiveness, and risk.
Build and maintain a diverse and reliable supplier network aligned with company sourcing strategies.
Develop and sustain strategic supplier partnerships focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and performance.
Lead supplier performance reviews based on key metrics such as quality, cost, delivery, and service.
Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve supplier issues and ensure alignment with business priorities.
Oversee supplier contract creation, negotiation, and execution to ensure favorable commercial terms and compliance with legal standards.
Lead complex price negotiations that drive cost efficiencies while maintaining supplier quality and reliability.
Partner with Legal, Finance, and Compliance teams to mitigate contractual and operational risks.
Manage the purchase requisition and approval process to ensure timely, accurate, and policy-compliant procurement activity.
Implement and monitor procurement systems, controls, and workflows to improve operational efficiency.
Ensure all purchasing aligns with financial controls and audit requirements.
Maintain deep understanding of assigned portfolio categories, including market trends, pricing dynamics, and supplier capabilities.
Provide category expertise to support business planning, innovation, and product development efforts.
Develop and execute category strategies that balance cost, quality, and supply assurance.