Sourcing Director – Private Brands (Food)

About the role

The Sourcing Director for Food leads the end‑to‑end Private Brands sourcing strategy, overseeing both Domestic and Direct Import programs. Reporting to senior merchandising leadership, this role ensures cost‑effective, high‑quality supply while maintaining speed to market.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute a holistic Private Brands sourcing strategy aligned with the 3‑5 year category plan.
• Determine the optimal mix of domestic versus import sourcing, geographic footprint, and global leverage opportunities.
• Own sourcing execution decisions, including RFQ strategy, supplier selection, negotiations, and cost approvals within merchant guardrails.
• Manage the supplier matrix—onboarding, development, diversification, and exit strategies—to mitigate single‑origin and single‑supplier risk.
• Monitor program performance throughout production and shipment, addressing risks in partnership with Supply Chain and Replenishment.
• Track key KPIs such as cost, service level, quality, and in‑stock performance.
• Serve as the single point of accountability for Private Brands sourcing, collaborating with Merchandising, Product Development, Quality, Compliance, and Supply Chain teams.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Proven track record leading supplier negotiations and developing sourcing strategies.
• Strong cross‑functional leadership and decision‑making abilities.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.

Required skills