INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY – Sr. Manager, Global Sourcing (Hybrid)

Lakeshore Learning MaterialsCarson, CA
Hybrid

About The Position

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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