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Rockline Industries, people who make it right · 1 month ago

Senior Category Sourcing Director

Rockline Industries is a privately held manufacturer and distributor of consumer packaged goods seeking a visionary Senior Category Sourcing Director to lead global sourcing strategy. The role involves shaping long-term supply strategies, forging strategic supplier partnerships, and driving transformation across the sourcing function.

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Responsibilities

Develop and execute sophisticated, dynamic global sourcing strategies aligned with Rockline’s business objectives
Lead cross-functional teams to identify, qualify, and onboard strategic suppliers
Negotiate complex contracts and long-term supply agreements with high levels of discretion and impact
Drive supplier innovation, cost reduction, and performance improvement initiatives
Mentor and lead sourcing managers and analysts, fostering a high-performance culture
Conduct market and industry trend analysis to inform sourcing decisions
Collaborate across departments to transition sourcing from tactical to strategic
Represent Rockline in global supplier engagements, with up to 30% travel

Qualification

Strategic sourcingContract law expertiseHigh-level negotiationsAnalytical skillsChange managementCPSM certificationCross-functional project leadershipLeadership skillsCommunication skillsRelationship-building skills

Required

Minimum 10 years of strategic sourcing experience in complex, global categories or experience in a related discipline sourcing role will be required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field
Proven expertise in contract law, UCC, and high-level negotiations
Strong analytical, leadership, and change management skills
Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities
Experience leading cross-functional sourcing projects with measurable business impact
Ability to travel domestically and internationally (25–30%)

Preferred

MBA preferred
CPSM, CPIM, or C.P.M. certification preferred

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits designed to attract top talent.

Company

Rockline Industries, people who make it right

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Rockline Industries was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Jane Fischer, PHR, SHRM CP
Human Resources Business Partner
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Rebecca Williams-Lencho, SCP, MJ-LEL
Human Resources Business Partner
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