Brand Sourcing Specialist

About the role

McLane Global is a leading global supply chain partner specializing in food sales and distribution, logistics, and transportation management. The company supports retail and food‑service clients worldwide and is committed to combating hunger through McLane Hunger Solutions. The Brand Sourcing Specialist supports the identification, evaluation, sourcing, and procurement of U.S. branded consumer products—primarily food, beverage, and CPG—for distribution in international markets. The role involves supplier research, basic negotiations, and onboarding activities to ensure products meet company requirements for quality, pricing, and compliance, while maintaining consistent follow‑up, organization, and communication with suppliers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research U.S. branded consumer products (food, beverage, CPG) suitable for international distribution.
• Monitor established and emerging brands, market trends, and potential new product opportunities.
• Evaluate potential suppliers for product quality, reliability, and commercial suitability.
• Support the onboarding process for new suppliers, ensuring required documents and compliance materials are collected.
• Assist in negotiating pricing, payment terms, minimum order quantities (MOQs), and lead times with brand owners, distributors, and wholesalers.
• Maintain accurate sourcing records, cost sheets, and supplier communication logs.
• Conduct basic analysis of market trends, consumer demand, and competitor assortments.
• Prepare product recommendations based on data, cost analysis, and category needs.

Requirements

• AAS degree required; Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Business, Marketing, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or category/brand support roles (consumer goods experience preferred).
• Basic understanding of supply chain principles, including supply/demand and pricing fundamentals.
• Familiarity with Incoterms and international shipping concepts.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to manage supplier follow‑ups.
• Basic analytical skills and ability to interpret product and pricing data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP or sourcing platforms.
• Understanding of consumer‑packaged goods (CPG) markets is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive base compensation plus bonus opportunity.
• Full benefits including medical, dental, and vision effective on the first day of employment.
• 401(k) with employer match (quarterly enrollment).
• Paid holidays with no waiting period.
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick days effective on the first day of employment.
• All offers are contingent upon passing a background check and drug screening.
• No company visa sponsorships are available.