Riddell · 2 days ago
Sourcing Manager
North Ridgeville, OH
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expRiddell is seeking a Sourcing Manager to lead global strategic sourcing activities aimed at optimizing total cost of ownership, quality, delivery, and supply continuity. This role involves building a competitive supply base and partnering cross-functionally to align sourcing strategies with business objectives and growth initiatives.
Sporting Goods
Responsibilities
Develop and execute global sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, delivery performance, innovation, and supply continuity
Lead and coordinate global supplier negotiations, ensuring contract terms align to cost, quality, delivery, risk, and continuous improvement objectives
Develop and maintain cost models to ensure total cost of ownership is considered in all sourcing decisions
Lead RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes including supplier qualification, bid analysis, and sourcing recommendations
Manage supplier performance using KPIs, scorecards, and structured business reviews; drive corrective actions as required
Standardize global supplier contracts including pricing mechanisms, cost mitigation clauses, and service level agreements
Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Sales
Support global manufacturing operations by ensuring supplier capability, capacity, quality, and delivery performance
Maintain current knowledge of supplier capabilities, unique offerings, and emerging technologies
Assess and manage global supply risk including capacity, financial health, and geopolitical exposure
Ensure sourcing activities comply with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements
Provide clear, data-driven reporting on sourcing performance, savings, risks, and opportunities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contracting
Demonstrated experience supporting global manufacturing and supplier networks
Strong negotiation, analytical, and financial modeling skills with a total cost of ownership mindset
Experience leading RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes
Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ERP/SAP experience preferred
Ability to travel up to 25%, including occasional international travel
Preferred
ERP/SAP experience preferred
Company
Riddell
Riddell is a premier designer and developer of protective sports equipment and a recognized leader in helmet technology and innovation.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$400MKey Investors
BC Partners
2024-04-03Private Equity· $125M
2024-04-03Debt Financing· $275M
2003-07-07Acquired
Leadership Team
Allison Boersma
CFO, COO
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