Department Manager, Global Sourcing, E2E process Management & In-Stock

The Department Manager, Global Sourcing E2E process Management & In-Stock is responsible for managing the end-to-end Global Sourcing process for the wholesale business, ensuring efficient purchase order execution, inventory management, supplier performance, and cross-functional alignment. This role plays a critical leadership position within the Global Sourcing control tower, ensuring efficient planning, optimal stock availability, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement of sourcing practices to support demand and inventory efficiency. The role requires strong people management, operational excellence, and strategic thinking to support business objectives in a fast-paced, global environment.

• Manage the end-to-end Global Sourcing process, including purchase order management, inventory control, and supplier management to ensure operational excellence and on-time execution.

• Oversee buying forecasts, order planning, and replenishment alignment in close collaboration with Supply Chain and Commercial teams to drive optimal stock availability and inventory efficiency.

• Act as the primary liaison between key account teams, buyers, global suppliers, and relevant stakeholders to ensure accurate order management and stock availability for Global Sourcing items.

• Serve as a core member of the Global Sourcing control tower, monitoring and analyzing purchase orders, inventory levels, supplier performance, and sales performance to drive decision-making.

• Support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of best-in-class Global Sourcing practices, including processes, systems, reporting, and analytical frameworks.

• Proactively identify risks across the end-to-end Global Sourcing lifecycle (e.g., supply disruptions, capacity constraints, operational issues), escalate issues as needed, and drive mitigation actions.

• Build, develop, and sustain strong collaborative relationships with Commercial teams, and Central Replenishment teams, and Global Suppliers to ensure alignment and performance delivery.

• Manage, coach, and guide team members, providing leadership and direction to ensure high performance and professional development.

• Execute additional strategic initiatives and responsibilities as assigned to support broader organizational goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field.

• 7–9 years of experience in end-to-end business process management, with strong preference for end-to-end supply chain or operations management experience.

• 5–7 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role, including team leadership and performance management.

• Demonstrated experience managing complex sourcing, procurement, inventory, and supplier operations across multiple stakeholders.

• Strong understanding of Global Sourcing and end-to-end supply chain processes.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization and with external partners.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.

• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and advanced Excel capabilities.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing business needs.

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence, drive accountability, and foster collaboration.

• Good command in English communication skills.