Sourcing Manager

Fluidra’s seeking a Sourcing Manager to join our team in Carlsbad, CA.

WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE 

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sourcing Manager to join our team in Carlsbad California. As a Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for managing suppliers for assigned commodities such as filters and pumps for the pool and spa industry. Your primary goal will be to optimize our sourcing operations while maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability. Additionally, you will: 

• Identify, analyze, and execute Sourcing opportunities for assigned commodities.
• Continuously evaluate prices, quality, and reliability of assigned suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure favorable terms.
• Monitor KPIs for assigned suppliers and develop and execute improvement plans as needed.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on sourcing strategies and objectives.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
• Seek opportunities to optimize the supply chain and reduce costs of assigned commodities.
• Monitor market trends, industry developments, and regulatory changes that impact assigned commodities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to foster collaboration and drive mutual success.
• Lead cross-functional teams on sourcing projects and initiatives.
• Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on sourcing activities, performance metrics, and cost savings.
• Lead sourcing activities for assigned new products.

WHAT WE SEEK

• 6+ years overall in Supply Chain with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a Sourcing role.
• Proven experience as a sourcing manager or in a similar procurement role, preferably in the manufacturing or retail industry.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement tools, such as ERP systems and supplier management platforms.
• Knowledge of sourcing best practices, supply chain principles, and contract management.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel as needed to visit suppliers and attend meetings or events.
• Experience with ERP and business analytics systems, such as OBI preferred
• Advanced degree or ISM Certified preferred
• Experience working with international teams, particularly with China, Spain, Mexico, Australia preferred
   

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field.

WHAT WE OFFER 

An exciting opportunity to dive in and begin your career with a company that offers a competitive total rewards package that includes: 

• 9/80 work week schedule (EVERY OTHER FRIDAY OFF!) with subsequent Fridays WFH
• Flexible vacation
• 11 paid Holidays
• Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long-term disability
• 401(K) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
• Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
• Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
• On-site self-service café / free gourmet coffee stations
• Company sponsored FUN events!
• On-site gym, ping-pong, foosball, outdoor bocce ball court, BBQ & firepit
• Generous product discounts

WHO WE ARE

Fluidra is a publicly listed company focused on developing innovative products, services and IoT solutions for the residential, commercial and wellness pool markets, globally. The company operates in over 45 countries, has over 7,000 employees and owns a portfolio of some of the industry’s most recognized and trusted brands: Polaris®, Jandy®, CMP, S.R. Smith, and Zodiac®. We also sell products under the Cover‐Pools®, iAquaLink®, Grand Effects® , Dell® and Nature2® names. With these combined resources we’re able accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy-efficiency, robotics and the Internet of Things.

Our focus is on creating the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly. We take our mission to heart, and our employees embody these guiding principles in everything we do: passion for success, honesty & trust, customer collaboration, teamwork and inclusion, learn and adapt, excellence and innovation.

Don't meet every single requirement listed? At Fluidra, we thrive on building an inclusive workspace, so if you are excited about this role and your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may be just the right candidate for this role or another role in the organization. Fluidra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fluidra recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.

Expected salary range is $115,000 - $135,000. Fluidra offers a comprehensive total rewards / benefits program that includes base salary, annual bonus based on performance of individual and company objectives, competitive 401K matching, paid vacation and sick time, full range of health benefits, educational assistance, etc. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, experience and location. Your recruiter will provide additional details on our compensation and total rewards program.