Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Current• Managing the sourcing process for private label import programs across 6 category teams (apparel, automotive, consumables, farm ranch & pet, hardware, sporting goods) through the NPD stage gate process, prioritizing quality enhancement, cost reduction, and mitigation of tariff/commodity impact. • Streamline processes and developed tools to improve cross-functional collaboration, including program assessment, project tracking, and bid documentation. • Serve as the central point of contact for stakeholders and external vendors in the entire sourcing process which included identifying cost-effective global suppliers, executing RFQs, negotiating terms, and conducting factory visits. • Present reports, cost analysis, and competition gaps to stakeholders