Bed Bath & Beyond

Director, Global Sourcing

Bed Bath & Beyond$120K — $150K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years experience in strategic sourcing or supply chain management
  • Strong negotiation skills with a track record of driving cost savings
  • Proficient in change management and stakeholder engagement
  • Expertise in global sourcing frameworks and practices
  • Ability to leverage market intelligence for strategic decision-making
  • Experience with product quality assurance and on-time delivery metrics

Responsibilities

  • Lead team in the development of global sourcing strategies to enhance product quality and margin growth
  • Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to ensure aligned sourcing efforts
  • Introduce and implement new initiatives to optimize sourcing processes
  • Oversee calendar management and sourcing milestones for timely product delivery
  • Negotiate costs and manage supplier performance for specified product categories
  • Serve as the subject matter expert for direct importing processes
  • Uphold company values by championing ethical sourcing and supplier relationships

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits package
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Employee discounts
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
Full Job Description
  • Leads the team through strategic planning and development of global sourcing platform to deliver high quality products with costing structure that delivers positive margin growth
  • Acts as key link between all internal and external stakeholders including Merchandising, Planning / Allocation, IT, Finance, Vendors, Legal and Supply Chain
  • Utilizes change management skills to introduce new initiatives, influence teams and effectively implement processes
  • Manages teams / stakeholders on overall sourcing strategy and calendar management to achieve each sourcing milestone and deliver on time product
  • Responsible for effective cost negotiations, quality production, on-time shipments and
    overall execution for assigned product categories
  • Strategic Orientation: significant experience leveraging business acumen, market intelligence and insight to drive broad strategic impact across a business
  • Proven ability to assess and adapt to dynamic business environment
  • Reinforces supplier management processes to ensure products are ordered on-time, suppliers understand and adhere to expectations, costs are minimized, supplier performance is tracked and packaging / quality issues are addressed
  • Acts as key subject matter expert on all facets of direct importing process and strategy
  • Champions and demonstrates a commitment to Kirkland’s Values

Physical Requirements:


This position requires you to sit, stand and perform general office functions. You may also be required to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally. Bending, stooping and reaching are also frequently required.

About Bed Bath & Beyond

Bed Bath & Beyond is an omnichannel retailer selling a wide assortment of domestics merchandise and home furnishings. The Company generally has the ability to have customer purchases picked up in-store or shipped directly to the customer from the company's distribution facilities, stores, or vendors. In addition, the company operates an e-commerce website that features specially commissioned, limited edition items from emerging fashion and home designers; One Kings Lane, an authority in home décor and design, offering a unique collection of select home goods, designer and vintage items; PersonalizationMall.com, an industry-leading online retailer of personalized products; Chef Central, an online retailer of kitchenware, cookware, and homeware items catering to cooking and baking enthusiasts; and Decorist, an online interior design platform that provides personalized home design services. The Company also operates Linen Holdings, a provider of a variety of textile products, amenities and other goods to institutional customers in the hospitality, cruise line, healthcare and other industries Bed Bath & Beyond was established in 1971 in Union, New Jersey by Warren Eisenberg and Leonard Feinstein.

Bed Bath & Beyond Careers

Join the dynamic team at Bed Bath & Beyond, a leading home goods retailer renowned for innovation and commitment to quality. As part of our professional community, you'll engage in meaningful work that directly enhances the lives of customers across North America.

Work You’ll Do

At Bed Bath & Beyond, we offer a variety of job opportunities that allow you to contribute to our mission while advancing your career. Whether you're interested in a leadership position in one of our retail stores, a role in our corporate headquarters, or an internship that will kickstart your career, we have a place for you.

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Step into a culture of growth and diversity where your skills and ideas are valued. Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about driving our company forward through strategic innovation and strong leadership. Bed Bath & Beyond is not just a company; it's a community where you can grow your career and impact our industry.

Innovative Work Environment

Our commitment to innovation is at the heart of our operations. We encourage all team members to bring fresh ideas that can lead to groundbreaking solutions in retail. With state-of-the-art technology and a focus on digital transformation, Bed Bath & Beyond is always looking ahead to the future of retail.

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Joining Bed Bath & Beyond means becoming part of a diverse team that values collaboration and creativity. Our employees come from various backgrounds, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience that enriches our company culture and drives our success.

Future-Proof Your Career

With Bed Bath & Beyond, you will find endless opportunities to develop professionally and personally. We support our team members with comprehensive benefits, diversity training, and resources for career advancement. Leadership development programs and professional networking events are integral parts of our commitment to your career growth.

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Learn more about Bed Bath & Beyond
Size
32,000 employees
Market Cap
$211.7 million
Industry
Net Income
-$225.2 million
Founded
1971
5 Year Trend
-8.4%
Revenue
$9.7 billion
NASDAQ

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