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
- 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