INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY – Sr. Manager, Global Sourcing (Hybrid)
About The Position
At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, over 50 stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth. We are seeking a Senior Manager, Global Sourcing to lead a team responsible for managing vendor relationships and sourcing execution across Import, Domestic, and OEM categories. In this role, you will drive vendor strategy and sourcing initiatives while partnering cross-functionally to support business priorities across a large and complex portfolio. You will oversee the work of project managers, providing direction, prioritization, and problem-solving support to ensure effective execution. This role serves as a key escalation point for complex sourcing challenges and plays an important role in developing talent, driving accountability, and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality results. Please note that this position is open to internal candidates only. External candidates who apply will not be considered for this role.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- 8+ years of experience in sourcing, supply chain, or a related field
- 4+ years of experience in a leadership role managing teams
- Strong experience managing vendor relationships across large portfolios with high SKU counts and significant spend
- Solid understanding of Import and Domestic sourcing models
- Experience managing multiple projects and driving execution across priorities
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess data, identify root causes, and support decision-making
Nice To Haves
- Leads through others by setting clear direction, coaching effectively, and driving accountability
- Builds strong relationships and collaborates effectively across teams
- Approaches challenges with sound judgment and a solutions-oriented mindset
- Communicates clearly and fosters alignment across stakeholders
Responsibilities
- Lead and support a team of project managers through regular 1:1s, providing clear direction, prioritization, and problem-solving support
- Oversee sourcing execution across a large vendor portfolio, ensuring alignment with business priorities and timelines
- Serve as an escalation point for complex projects and vendor negotiations, guiding teams to effective solutions
- Partner with cross-functional teams to support vendor strategy, project execution, and decision-making
- Represent the Global Sourcing function in cross-functional meetings, communicating priorities and fostering alignment
- Monitor project progress and proactively adjust priorities to minimize bottlenecks and delays
- Provide coaching and feedback to team members, supporting development and accountability for results
Benefits
- Bonus eligible
- Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
- Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
- 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
- Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
- On-site preschool for our employees’ children
- On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
- Generous employee discount
- Casual dress…and we really mean it
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
