Accounts Receivable, Alliance/Partner Management, Analysis Skills, Business Administration, Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), Change Management, Compensation and Benefits, Consumer Packaged Goods, Contract Law, Contract Negotiation, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Economics, Film, Finance, Industry/Trade Analysis, Leadership, Market Trend Analysis, Mentoring, Negotiation Skills, Performance Management, Product Packaging, Risk Management, Sourcing Strategy, Supply Chain, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Trend Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Willing to Travel
Lead Strategic Sourcing at a Global Scale
Rockline Industries, a privately held manufacturer and distributor of consumer packaged goods, is seeking a visionary Senior Category Sourcing Director to lead global sourcing strategy for one of our most complex and high-impact categories. This is a rare opportunity to join a values-driven organization where innovation, integrity, and excellence are more than just words-they're how we do business.
As a key member of our Global Sourcing leadership team, you'll shape long-term supply strategies, forge strategic supplier partnerships, and drive transformation across our sourcing function. You'll be empowered to influence global supply chains, lead high-stakes negotiations, and deliver best net value through innovation, cost optimization, and risk mitigation.
Key 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.
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of strategic sourcing experience in complex, global categories or experience in a related discipline sourcing role will be required. Working within assigned categories will be expected.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).
- Background in printed packaging; experience with film and flexible packaging materials (such as baby wipe packaging) is highly desirable.
- CPSM, CPIM, or C.P.M. certification preferred.
- 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%).
Location: Sheboygan, WI or Springdale, AR (On-site/Flex Work Arrangement)
Travel: Travel up to 30% domestically and potentially internationally
Job Type: Full-Time | Director Level | Global Scope
Why Join Rockline?
At Rockline, we believe in doing business the right way-with Renewal, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence (RRITE) at the heart of everything we do. As a privately held company, we offer:
- Stability and long-term vision with a 3rd generation family own organization.
- A culture of innovation where your ideas can shape the future of sourcing.
- Global impact with the agility of a mid-sized organization.
- Competitive compensation and benefits designed to attract top talent.
- A values-driven workplace where people matter and purpose drives performance.
Ready to Lead the Future of Sourcing?
If you're a strategic thinker, a relationship builder, and a sourcing expert ready to make a global impact, we invite you to apply and join Rockline's journey of excellence.