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

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 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.

A day on the job looks like this:

• 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

Qualifications :

Got the skills and experience Heres what were looking for:

Required:

• Bachelors 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

What Sets You Apart:

• 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

Additional Information :

And heres our end of the bargain!

At Lakeshore we pay local market wages for employees that reside within Los Angeles and Orange Counties.

For this position new employees joining Lakeshore who live within Los Angeles and Orange Counties are typically brought into the organization at a salary rate between $98000-$138000 depending on relevant experience & skillset.

This range is indicative of projected hiring range. The annual base compensation will take into account each candidates relevant experience location and skillset.

• Bonus eligible
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverageEPO PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefitschoose 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 dressand we really mean it

At Lakeshore we know our diversity makes us stronger and when everyone feels included and valued we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers families and children we serve.

We know we couldnt do the extraordinary things were doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group Lakeshore is more than a great place to workits a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out we give everything weve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success were constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if youre a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference wed love to hear from you. 
 
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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time