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Shape Global Supply Strategy at Rockline
Are you a strategic sourcing leader ready to make a global impact? At Rockline Industries, we’re looking for a Senior Category Sourcing Manager to drive innovation, optimize supply chains, and build strategic supplier partnerships across North America and Europe. This is your opportunity to join a privately held, values-driven company that manufactures and distributes consumer products that touch millions of lives every day.
What You’ll Do
As a Senior Category Sourcing Manager, you’ll lead the development and execution of global sourcing strategies for key categories. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally, manage supplier relationships, and ensure alignment with Rockline’s long-term business goals.
We’re looking for a high-energy, strategic thinker with a passion for sourcing excellence and global collaboration.
🕒 Full-Time | Exempt
✈️ Travel up to 30% domestically and potentially internationally
Why Rockline?
At Rockline, We Believe In Doing Business The Right Way—with Respect, Renew, Integrity, Teamwork, And Excellence (RRITE) At The Core Of Everything We Do. As a Privately Held Company, We Offer
Join Rockline and help us deliver quality products that make everyday life better. Apply now to become our next Senior Category Sourcing Manager.
Are you a strategic sourcing leader ready to make a global impact? At Rockline Industries, we’re looking for a Senior Category Sourcing Manager to drive innovation, optimize supply chains, and build strategic supplier partnerships across North America and Europe. This is your opportunity to join a privately held, values-driven company that manufactures and distributes consumer products that touch millions of lives every day.
What You’ll Do
As a Senior Category Sourcing Manager, you’ll lead the development and execution of global sourcing strategies for key categories. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally, manage supplier relationships, and ensure alignment with Rockline’s long-term business goals.
- Develop and implement complex, dynamic global sourcing strategies.
- Identify and qualify strategic suppliers to deliver the best net value and innovation.
- Lead supplier negotiations, contract development, and risk mitigation efforts.
- Conduct market and commodity analysis to inform sourcing decisions.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align category strategies with business unit needs.
- Mentor junior sourcing professionals and lead cross-functional sourcing projects.
- Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance and cost optimization.
- Exercises a high level of discretion in negotiating complex, high-impact agreements and consistently mentors others in advanced negotiation strategies and best practices.
- Travel up to 30% domestically and potentially internationally.
We’re looking for a high-energy, strategic thinker with a passion for sourcing excellence and global collaboration.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).
- 8 years of experience in strategic sourcing or related discipline.
- Strong contract negotiation skills and knowledge of UCC and contract law.
- Proven ability to analyze market trends, supplier performance, and cost drivers.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and mentoring others.
- Certifications such as CPSM, CPIM, or CPM are a plus.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.
🕒 Full-Time | Exempt
✈️ Travel up to 30% domestically and potentially internationally
Why Rockline?
At Rockline, We Believe In Doing Business The Right Way—with Respect, Renew, Integrity, Teamwork, And Excellence (RRITE) At The Core Of Everything We Do. As a Privately Held Company, We Offer
- Stability & Purpose – We’re family-owned and mission-driven.
- Innovation & Impact – Your ideas will shape global sourcing strategies.
- Growth & Development – We invest in our people through mentorship and learning opportunities.
- Flexibility & Balance – Enjoy a hybrid work model with on-site collaboration and flexibility.
- Global Reach – Work with international suppliers and cross-border teams.
Join Rockline and help us deliver quality products that make everyday life better. Apply now to become our next Senior Category Sourcing Manager.