Sourcing Manager

Why not work for an INDUSTRY LEADER? POOLCORP is the world’s leading distributor of outdoor living products. We operate in more than 400 Sales Centers in 12 countries with nearly 6,000 employees who proudly service the needs of our customers. The POOLCORP network includes SCP Distributors, SCP Distributors International, Superior Pool Products, Jetline, Pinch A Penny and Horizon Distributors. Why POOLCORP? At POOLCORP you’ll find plenty of excellent career advancement and training opportunities to support your career growth. Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, 401 (k) with 4% company match, education reimbursement, paid time off, and more! As a company, we value integrity, trust, diversity, and ingenuity in everything we do, including our employees. Our family-oriented, hometown culture is supported by a stable, growing company – giving you the best of all worlds. So, end your job search here – at POOLCORP – Where Outdoor Living Comes to Life! You want Benefits? You’ve got it! Our generous benefits package includes: Company Paid Extended Health Care Benefits, Dental Insurance, and Wellness Programs Group Retirement Savings Plan with generous company match 2 weeks of paid time off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays (NOTE: PTO increases with tenure!) 100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance Paid Parental Leave Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs Bonus Programs that include Employee Recognition and Referrals, Summer Madness, and Annual Performance Employee Stock Purchase Plan Employee Discounts and much more! Location: Corporate Support - 109 Northpark Blvd., Covington, LA 70433 Job Summary: Reporting to the Director of Sourcing, this position is responsible for managing the current vendor base for a particular category, as well as looking for alternate vendors both domestically and internationally that will result in significant cost savings, enhanced sales margin, and/or enhanced delivery performance. Responsibilities: Continuously reviews assigned category sales and looks for margin, cost or availability issues. Determines categories or items that present improved sourcing opportunities. Identifies suppliers that can supply new items or improve the supply of existing items. Negotiates cost, freight terms and legal conditions with suppliers. Assists in developing specifications on products to be sourced. Analyzes, evaluates and summarizes suppliers' offers. Assists in determining market price for products. Assists in the implementation of new product introductions. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related discipline. 5-10 years of general pool product experience desirable. Proficient in Microsoft Office programs. ISM Certification and/or courses desirable. International sourcing experience preferred. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability and willingness to work overtime as required to meet project deadlines. Ability to travel on occasion domestically and internationally. Bilingual, Military, Military Spouses and Veteran applicants are strongly encouraged to apply! We understand the uniqueness of hiring military personnel and veterans and will support him/her in the time of duty or with the transition into new civilian professions. POOLCORP is a drug-free company and Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. The Company understands, respects, and values diversity – unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions – while striving to be inclusive of all people. This commitment is critical to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Hiring and promotional decisions are based solely on the qualifications required for the job to be filled. POOLCORP is the world’s leading independent distributor of swimming pool supplies, with an additional focus on irrigation, equipment, outdoor living and landscape products. At the core of our business, you will find Safety, Growth, Profitability and Employer of Choice. Our commitment focuses on providing exceptional value and promoting growth for our customer’s businesses, expanding opportunities for our employees, and increasing returns for our shareholders. At the heart of our success is our associates. We need talented employees at every level and anticipate even greater needs in the future! At POOLCORP, the pace is fast, the atmosphere is fun and the people are friendly. Every team member is encouraged to innovate, contribute ideas, and discover solutions as an important part of a world-class team. You’ll have the opportunity for your talent to be recognized and to grow. Join our team of dedicated, talented associates and build an exciting career with POOLCORP, the industry leader. Career Paths Compensation and Benefits POOLCORP Culture POOLCORP is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive application process. Should you need any accommodations or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition team. Email: TALENTACQUISITION@POOLCORP.COM Phone: 1-985-892-5521