Associate Director of Sourcing

Associate Director of Sourcing Department: Supply Chain & Operations Employment Type: Full Time Location: H&H North America Reporting To: Senior Director of Sourcing Description A bit about Health & Happiness Group At Health & Happiness, our vision is focused on premium nutrition and lifetime wellness; to inspire and achieve this vision we bring together seven international brands as we strive to make people around the world healthier and happier. We have established market positions in more than 15 countries in Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America and Oceania with more than 3,400 employees working across the globe. We are excited about our future as we expand these premium, proven and aspirational brands to new markets, greeting consumers in all life stages. Zesty Paws® specializes in providing premium products that are formulated with one important goal in mind – to keep our loving pets as strong as the bond they share with us. With a company culture rooted in passion, quality, transparency, and innovation, we are committed to making wellness more achievable and enjoyable for the four-legged member of your family. Solid Gold was founded in 1974 on the belief that food can support the system at its core for lifelong health. That’s why we are so passionate about supporting the system, not masking problems. Solid Gold takes a holistic approach to gut health because we know that healthy digestion positively impacts both the immune system and overall wellness of pets. We proudly represent our products in specialty pet stores across the US and Canada. What this means for you The variety of work creates unlimited opportunities to excel across a breadth of disciplines; you will be presented with a wealth of new pathways and opportunities to explore throughout your career. Working with us will be more than just a job; we guarantee a life-changing experience as you step into an environment that moves quickly and presents new challenges daily. Our success as an organization is directly attributed to the health and happiness of our team. As a new team member, you will be empowered to positively contribute to our high-impact culture and be supported in bringing your whole self to work. Your role within the team This role owns supplier strategy end-to-end—from qualification and negotiation to risk management and cost optimization—while ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. This is a highly cross-functional leadership role partnering closely with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Operations, Marketing, and Finance to support innovation and growth. Duties and responsibilities Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management Develop and execute sourcing strategies for ingredients, packaging, and contract manufacturing aligned with business priorities Build and maintain a strong global supplier network, including qualifications, audits, and ongoing performance management Lead supplier negotiations, contracts, and cost optimization initiatives without compromising quality or safety Quality, Compliance & Risk Management Ensure sourcing practices meet or exceed FDA, AAFCO, FSMA, cGMP, and other applicable regulatory and quality standards Partner with Quality and Regulatory teams to manage ingredient specifications, COAs, traceability, and supplier compliance Identify and mitigate supply chain risks (availability, pricing volatility, geopolitical, quality, etc.) Cross-Functional Leadership Collaborate with R&D and cross functional teams on new ingredient sourcing, innovation, and reformulations Support Operations and Planning with demand forecasting, capacity planning, and supply continuity Provide clear sourcing insights and recommendations to executive leadership Reporting Strong analytical skills with the ability to support the development of annual budgeting and monthly cogs reporting Knowledge of cost modelling and managing budgets Team & Process Development Mentor and lead a high-performing sourcing team Create and manage scalable sourcing processes, tools, and KPIs aligned with business priorities Desired Skills and Experience 8–12+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain, with at least 2–3 years in a people leadership role Strong knowledge of food-grade ingredient sourcing, supplier qualification, and regulatory requirements Proven ability to negotiate complex supplier agreements and manage strategic vendor relationships Experience with international sourcing and global suppliers Experience sourcing ingredients for pet food, animal nutrition, human supplements, food, or nutraceuticals Familiarity with sustainability, traceability, and ethical sourcing initiatives Experience in creating and managing strategic supplier relationship management (SRM) programs Knowledge of packaging and ingredient sourcing Excellent cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills Experience operating in a fast-paced results driven environment Excellent project management and communication skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Strong analytical skills and a positive can-do attitude is a must Clearly Demonstrates positive can-do attitude + results outperformance. Benefits Medical, vision, and dental insurance HSA options 6% 401(k) matchShort- and long-term disability insurance 3 annual wellness days 20 PTO days + 10 sick days annually Monthly fitness stipend Opportunities for continued education & professional development Perks for your fur friends, including product stipends and pet insurance discounts Local team members will be required to work from our Orlando office 3x/week. Non-local team members will be required to travel ~15%. As an equal opportunity employer, H&H Group believes in the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workplace and aims to reflect the varied cultures within which we exist. We are committed to providing a working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. #J-18808-Ljbffr