Director, Global Sourcing

Job Responsibilities Lead the team through strategic planning and development of a global sourcing platform to deliver high-quality products with a costing structure that drives positive margin growth. Act as the key link between internal and external stakeholders—including Merchandising, Planning / Allocation, IT, Finance, Vendors, Legal and Supply Chain. Utilize change-management skills to introduce new initiatives, influence teams, and implement processes. Manage teams and stakeholders on the overall sourcing strategy and calendar, ensuring each sourcing milestone is met on schedule. Negotiate costs and ensure quality production, on-time shipments, and overall execution for assigned product categories. Leverage business acumen, market intelligence, and insight to generate broad strategic impact across the business. Assess and adapt to a dynamic business environment. Reinforce supplier-management processes to ensure on-time ordering, cost minimization, performance tracking, and issue resolution. Serve as the subject-matter expert on all facets of direct importing strategy. Champion and demonstrate a commitment to Kirkland's values. Benefits 401(k) (6% match) Flexible schedules Tuition reimbursement, leadership-development, and mentorship programs Employee resource groups: LatinX, Black Employee Network, LGBTQIA+, Women's Network, Women in Tech Additional benefits available based on position, tenure, location, and employee election Physical Requirements This position requires you to sit, stand, and perform general office functions. You may also be required to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally. Bending, stooping, and reaching are also frequently required. Equal Employment Opportunity We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and associates. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other non-job-related characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Overstock.Com