Sourcing Specialist (Retail)

TL;DR

Sourcing Specialist (Retail): Managing product development and vendor sourcing for hardline products with an accent on overseas manufacturer evaluations and strategic vendor base construction. Focus on optimizing product costs, ensuring quality standards, and streamlining the transition from sourcing to final product implementation.

Location: Remote (US) / HQ Corporate in Calabasas, CA

Salary: $87,600 – $131,500

Company

A national tool retailer with over 1,600 stores and an $8 billion annual turnover, providing high-value tools and accessories.

What you will do

• Build and maintain a strategic vendor base for prioritized product categories.
• Evaluate overseas manufacturers' capacity to deliver quality goods on time and at competitive costs.
• Manage product line transitions from initial sourcing through costing, sampling, and quality testing.
• Research market trends and identify new products to enhance the company's portfolio.
• Collaborate daily with merchandising, packaging, and quality teams to meet enterprise objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years of buying experience in retail or 2 years in project management/product development.
• Must be based in the United States (indicated by 401k and location context).
• Experience with hardline products and performing factory evaluations with overseas manufacturers.
• Ability to travel overseas 15-30%.
• Proficiency with automated systems, data analysis, and sales report generation.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for associates and their families.
• Enrollment in company 401k plan.
• Generous paid time off (up to 236 hours per year) and paid sick leave.
• Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
• Dynamic environment with growth potential similar to a start-up within a large corporation.