Sourcing Manager

About the role

TSN (a Bunzl company) helps convenience store wholesalers and retailers by delivering essential products. We are seeking a Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing initiatives, supplier relationships, product quoting, profitability improvement, and team development.

Responsibilities

• Drive Profitability & Business Performance
• Lead sourcing strategies to improve margins, reduce costs, and support business growth.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier optimization, and product conversion initiatives.
• Analyze pricing, market trends, supplier costs, and competitive data to maximize profitability.
• Partner with Sales and Operations teams on customer quotes, bids, and strategic pricing opportunities.
• Support private label and import initiatives to enhance customer value and improve margins.
• Monitor and report on key sourcing and profitability metrics.
• Build and Manage Vendor Relationships
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with suppliers and manufacturers.
• Lead supplier negotiations including pricing, rebates, payment terms, contracts, and promotional programs.
• Conduct vendor reviews focusing on performance, service levels, quality, innovation, and cost.
• Evaluate and onboard new suppliers to support business objectives and customer requirements.
• Hold vendors accountable for quality, delivery performance, and compliance expectations.
• Collaborate with suppliers to identify new products, sourcing opportunities, and market trends.
• Lead Sourcing, Quoting & Product Management Activities
• Manage sourcing projects from supplier identification through implementation.
• Support customer quotations, RFPs, and bid requests by securing competitive pricing and product solutions.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure product availability and inventory alignment.
• Review supplier proposals, product specifications, and market opportunities to recommend sourcing decisions.
• Utilize data and analytics to make informed purchasing and sourcing recommendations.
• Involvement in the development and execution of category and product line strategies.
• Lead and Develop a High-Performing Team
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for the sourcing team.
• Establish clear goals, priorities, and performance expectations.
• Foster collaboration across Sales, Customer Service, Purchasing, Operations, and Accounting teams.
• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
• Support employee training, professional development, and succession planning.
• Lead special projects and strategic initiatives that support company objectives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of sourcing, procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or category management experience.
• Experience within distribution, convenience store, foodservice, retail, or related industries is preferred.
• Previous leadership or management experience preferred.
• Strong experience negotiating supplier agreements, pricing, and contract terms.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and driving supplier performance.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify opportunities.
• Experience supporting customer quotes, bids, and pricing initiatives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required; experience with Power BI strongly preferred.
• Experience with AS400 is a plus.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Colorado salary range: $110K-$140K per year based on experience, education and geographic location.
• Annual Bonus Program.
• The perks of being a Bunzl team member include medical, dental & vision benefits, paid time off, a 401K with generous company match, and other benefits.
• Bunzl is committed to equal employment opportunity and provides benefits and accommodations for individuals with disabilities.