JOB SUMMARY

The Director of Sourcing will lead the global sourcing strategy for our North America outdoor product portfolio, driving supplier partnerships, cost optimization, and innovation while ensuring the highest levels of quality, sustainability, and speed to market. This role requires a proven leader with deep expertise in global supply chains, sourcing strategies, product compliance, and vendor negotiations, as well as an appreciation for the unique performance and durability standards demanded by the outdoor industry.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field; Master’s degree a plus.
• 10+ years of sourcing specifically with China supply chain, with at least 5 in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in global sourcing and vendor management within consumer products; outdoor, sporting goods, or apparel industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of delivering cost savings and value creation.
• Knowledge of outdoor-specific materials (technical fabrics, metals, composites, plastics, packaging, etc.) and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with sustainability initiatives, compliance, and responsible sourcing programs.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to travel internationally as needed to manage supplier relationships and oversee production.

• Manage a comprehensive sourcing strategy that aligns with company growth objectives, cost targets, and sustainability commitments.
• Lead global supplier optimization, evaluation, and relationship management, with a focus on outdoor-specific materials, components, and finished goods.
• Negotiate supplier agreements to optimize cost, lead times, and product quality while minimizing risk.
• Partner closely with Product Development, Design, and Operations to ensure sourcing solutions support innovation, performance, and speed-to-market goals.
• Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance through KPI tracking, audits, and corrective action plans.
• Champion responsible sourcing practices, ensuring suppliers adhere to ethical, social, and environmental standards.
• Oversee product compliance to all applicable North America regulations
• Oversee risk management strategies related to geopolitical, environmental, and market challenges affecting the outdoor goods supply chain.
• Manage a high-performing sourcing team, primarily based in China, fostering collaboration, accountability, and talent development.
• Monitor market trends, new technologies, and material innovations relevant to outdoor apparel, gear, and equipment.Experience
• Extensive experience in procurement, supply chain management, or related fields within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP and Oracle EBS is highly desirable.
• Strong negotiation skills with a successful history of contract management and supplier negotiations.
• Familiarity with quality management principles, logistics operations, and production planning processes.
• Demonstrated ability in category management, sourcing strategies, and supplier performance evaluation.
• Knowledge of federal acquisition regulations is a plus. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a results-oriented leader to make a significant impact on our organization’s success through effective supply chain strategies.