Director of Sourcing

Position Summary We are seeking a Director of Sourcing to lead and scale our global sourcing and manufacturing strategy across international partners, with a primary focus on Asia while further developing domestic manufacturing partnerships. This role is responsible for end-to-end procurement, including supplier strategy, manufacturing sourcing, quality assurance, logistics and shipping, risk mitigation, redundancy planning, and commercial negotiations. This position oversees a sourcing and procurement team currently based in China and plays a key role in balancing cost, quality, speed, and supply chain resilience across a diverse portfolio of manufactured building products. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in building materials and finishes, a solid understanding of Asian manufacturing environments, and the ability to operate effectively within complex global supply chains. Key Responsibilities Global Procurement & Sourcing Strategy Own and execute a global procurement strategy for cabinets, countertops, flooring, tile, and sinks Maintain and expand a diversified supplier base across Asia and U.S.-based manufacturers Drive sourcing strategies that balance cost optimization, quality, capacity, and risk Manufacturing & Supplier Management Identify, qualify, onboard, and manage overseas and domestic manufacturers and vendors Lead factory audits, capability assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives Establish and enforce supplier scorecards covering quality, delivery, cost, and compliance Quality & Compliance Oversee global quality standards, inspection programs, and corrective action processes Ensure compliance with company specifications, regulatory requirements, and ethical sourcing standards Partner with internal and external QA/QC teams to reduce defects, claims, and rework Logistics, Shipping & Risk Management Collaborate with logistics teams to optimize shipping modes, lead times, and landed cost Develop redundancy and contingency plans to mitigate geopolitical, operational, and supply disruptions Proactively assess and manage supplier, country, and logistics risk Negotiations & Commercial Leadership Lead supplier negotiations, including pricing, MOQs, tooling, capacity commitments, and payment terms Structure contracts that protect quality, supply continuity, and long-term partnership value Drive ongoing cost improvements while maintaining product integrity Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams including product, operations, quality, and finance Lead and support a global procurement and sourcing team Provide reporting on sourcing performance, risk exposure, and opportunities Qualifications & Experience Required 7–10 years of progressive experience in global procurement, sourcing, or supply chain Proven experience in manufactured building products (cabinets, countertops, flooring, tile, and/or stone preferred) Hands-on sourcing experience in Asian manufacturing regions (e.g., China, Vietnam, Korea, Cambodia, Thailand) Strong background in factory sourcing, quality systems, and international logistics Proven negotiation experience with supplier agreements Experience managing supply chain risk, redundancy, and continuity planning Ability to travel internationally (approximately 2 weeks per quarter ) Strong professional references Work Authorization Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. Location: Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S. Preferred Attributes Experience working directly with overseas factories and on-site teams Familiarity with U.S. commercial construction supply chains Experience with domestic manufacturing partnerships Knowledge of building materials, finishes, and installation requirements Strong financial acumen, including landed cost modeling High integrity, cultural intelligence, and a relationship-driven leadership style #J-18808-Ljbffr