The Thuma team is looking to hire a Sourcing Manager. Reporting to the Global Sourcing Director you will be responsible with assisting in the development and execution of sourcing strategies to deliver value to the business through favorable cost, quality, speed, and sustainability. Primary responsibilities will be to expertly own sourcing and operational initiatives on all aspects of the Product Life Cycle for assigned categories, from development to delivery. Collaborate with external suppliers and internal stakeholders to identify opportunities to improve quality, production efficiencies, innovation, and cost reductions. The Sourcing Manager will recommend and implement strategies to support category growth, optimize cost, and have responsibility to develop and maintain key supplier relationships, and support supply chain risk mitigation strategies.
Thuma’s Headquarters is based in the historic Presidio neighborhood of San Francisco. This role requires weekly travel to the HQ.
In recognition of the personal and professional benefits that team members gain from time spent together in person, we organize a range of events throughout each year designed to bring our entire team together!
Key Responsibilities:
- Partner with Director to evaluate & allocate new product development initiatives to appropriate vendor(s) that meets brand aesthetic, quality and cost goals
- Solicit RFQs, perform cost analysis, identify cost reduction opportunities and engage in cost negotiations
- Manage vendor communications related to designated product categories
- Drive development milestones to ensure that deadlines are met, issues are flagged, and update the team as needed
- Track and report on production schedules to ensure on-time shipment to support established launch dates
- Establish and drive QA processes to ensure products meet our quality standards
- Collaborate with in-country teams and suppliers on troubleshooting & root causing for quality and/or general issues, manage CAP implementation and tracking
- Partner with Compliance team, communicate, and track required testing and labeling needs for new developments, adhering to compliance standards for applicable markets
- Engage in supplier demand planning to ensure capacities meet volume forecasts
- Provide support in vetting and onboarding of new vendors
- Identify and implement opportunities for lead time and MOQ reduction and support chase strategies
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to identify opportunities for innovation, SOPs and tools to improve efficiencies and speed to market
- Support responsible sourcing across all products, sustainability initiatives, and high-quality product development
- Manage special projects as needed
This Might Describe You:
- 5+ years in Sourcing, Product Development, and/or Production experience in multiple product and material categories; Relevant experience in Home Furnishing industry preferred
- Detail oriented and superior organization skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; Experience communicating with international partners
- Resourceful, and able to problem-solve, prioritize and work independently
- Able to learn, be flexible, adapt to change, and grow with the organization
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Willingness to travel
Why Join Us
Equity/401k: Participation in employee stock option plan and our 401k program where we will match up to 6% of your contributions
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental + vision coverage options with generous employer contributions
Extras: 12 weeks of paid parental leave and company sponsored membership at One Medical
Dream Setup: MacBook Air, Airpod Pros, Magic Mouse, Magic Keyboard, Display Screen
Flex Time: Run errands as needed, just get your stuff done
Flexible PTO: We believe healthy, happy, relaxed people do better work
Hybrid: Flexibility to work between your home and our office with everything you need to be successful in both
Employee Discount: We provide an employee discount of 40% off all Thuma products
Cell Phone Stipend: $100 per month to recognize that you will use your cell phone for work related things
Commute Reimbursement: Up to $150 per month for your commute to our office
Room Upgrade: A complimentary product credit when you start, worth up to $2,000
Who We Are
Thuma is a bedroom lifestyle brand, offering customers Bed Time essentials and amenities designed to celebrate life’s simple pleasures through thoughtful elevated design, quality craftsmanship, and modern convenience.
We recognize that people come with a wealth of knowledge and are talented beyond the scope of a functional role. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t precisely match our job description. We hire for integrity, initiative, collaborative spirit, open mindedness, and willingness to learn.
Thuma is dedicated to going above and beyond to bring people with diverse perspectives and unique experiences together to do great work. We strive to create a sense of belonging by creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be their authentic self and by treating each and every team member with kindness, equity, and respect, always.
What We Do
We make lifestyle-enhancing pieces for the bedroom.
Learn more at thuma.co.
