Job Description: Our Global Sourcing Team enhances H-E-B customer shopping experience by bringing in products from around the world.As a Sourcing Mgr I, you will support H-E-B's strategic initiative to source domestic and import items / suppliers to increase profit margins, provide competitive advantage, and serve as a subject matter expert. Job Responsibilities: Conducts bids; negotiates / implements high dollar purchase agreements Plans / executes specialized sourcing events, including (but not limited to) Central Market Passport, CIAO Italia, Quest for Texas Best, etc. Actively participates in developing strategies, processes, possibilities for distinctive, exclusive, innovative products Supports BDMs in improving their businesses through enhanced processes and detailed financial analysis and interpretation Performs duties of Assoc Sourcing Mgr Acts as SME between internal / external stakeholders, including multiple-level leaders across H-E-B Participates in product quality efficiency / improvement while reducing lead-times, inventory, and cost Develops specific plans for assigned product lines with BDMs Sets sales, gross margin, and market share objectives for each new product line to be developed / imported with BDM Provides comparisons on new product performance / initial projections Establishes W&T plans, including negotiation of all associated costs; ensures logistic efficiency through INCO terms, use of third-party warehousing, consolidated loads, etc. Understands / articulates goals, objectives of H-E-B Sourcing department Coordinates domestic / international supply chain; ensures POs arrive on time, over / under stock monitoring, promo planning, etc. Independently locates, creates, and implements cost-saving activities Understands / uses FOREX program Collaborates with various departments of the company including Supply Chain, Procurement, Own Brand, QA, etc. Job Requirements: Strong communication skills, both internally and externally Sound decision-making skills Ability to identify / select effective solutions from alternatives / options Ability to adapt to working with different personalities and work approaches / techniques Ability to understand profit and cost figures Ability to multi-task Qualification & Experience: Bachelor's degree in international business, or relevant / comparable work Experience in international trade 2 - 4 years of work / H-E-B experience Job Details: Company: H-E-B Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: San Antonio, TX, US Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here instantcareers.net