Vice President, Sourcing & Contract Manufacturing Performance
LaddersFor our client, we are seeking a Vice President, Sourcing & Contract Manufacturing Performance to join the team of a leader in the Retail & Consumer Goods space. This leader will oversee enterprise-wide sourcing performance for externally manufactured products, with a focus on balancing speed, cost, quality, and supplier reliability. The role partners closely with Product & Innovation, Marketing, and other internal stakeholders to support business growth in a fast-moving consumer brand environment. You will shape global procurement strategy, strengthen supplier relationships, and drive measurable improvements across the external manufacturing network. Location: New York, NY Compensation: $250,000 – $290,000 annually Responsibilities Lead the global direct and indirect procurement organization, developing balanced sourcing strategies Oversee sourcing strategy for all externally sourced materials, ensuring competitive capabilities and economics Manage competitive sourcing processes, including RFQs, negotiations, and supplier selection Establish and maintain KPIs for sourcing performance, including cost savings and supplier risk management Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the external manufacturing network in collaboration with internal teams Qualifications 15+ years of leadership experience in global sourcing and supply chain, particularly in beauty or CPG sectors Proven track record in managing complex direct material and component spend, as well as indirect procurement Deep expertise in contract manufacturing, including sourcing, negotiations, and performance management Experience in high-velocity innovation environments, emphasizing speed and cost in sourcing decisions Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven negotiations and supplier performance management Benefits Opportunity to shape global sourcing strategies in a rapidly growing beauty brand Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams including Product & Innovation and Marketing Leadership role with direct influence on sourcing and contract manufacturing performance Access to modern procurement technologies and practices Potential for professional growth in a dynamic and innovative organization Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.