✨ About The Role
- The Sourcing Analyst will be responsible for strategically sourcing new suppliers and managing existing supplier performance.
- This role involves defining and implementing supplier performance and development strategies to support category growth.
- The candidate will maintain performance transparency through Supplier Scorecard metrics and Quarterly Business Reviews.
- Collaboration with the Innovation team is crucial for facilitating new product development.
- The role includes conducting competitive intelligence research on new technologies and materials relevant to the industry.
- The Sourcing Analyst will manage the RFQ/RFP process and supplier negotiations, ensuring favorable terms for YETI.
âš¡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of sourcing and supplier development experience.
- A bachelor's degree is required for this position, indicating a foundational level of education.
- Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills are essential for success in this role.
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, are necessary to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- The candidate should be able to work within a highly dynamic organization, adapting to changing needs and priorities.
- Willingness to travel internationally up to 20% is expected, indicating flexibility and commitment to the role.