H-E-B · 1 week ago
Global Sourcing Manager I - Joe V’s Smart Shop by H-E-B
San Antonio, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expH-E-B is a leading grocery retailer, and they are seeking a Global Sourcing Manager I to enhance the Joe V’s Smart Shop experience through innovative product sourcing. The role focuses on strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and risk management to drive cost efficiency and quality.
Retail
Responsibilities
Drive Strategic Sourcing Events: Execute RFx processes, negotiate and secure high-value purchase agreements that deliver measurable business impact. Evaluate vendor capabilities and conduct supplier selection based on performance, cost, innovation opportunities and compliance
Contribute to Business Strategy: Collaborate with Business Development Managers (BDMs) to shape 5-year business plans, identify opportunities, and ensure roadmap execution to achieve financial targets. Develop sourcing plans for assigned product lines, identify assortment gaps, review competitive assessment and execute plans through collaboration with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Procurement, Own Brand, and QA
Deliver Insightful Analysis: Conduct comprehensive financial and operational category reviews to uncover cost-saving opportunities and communicate actionable insights. Analyze spend to uncover savings and trends; building should cost models and financial benchmarks, and deliver data driven insights that strengthen strategic sourcing initiatives
Manage Risk and Create Contingency Plans: Perform supplier risk assessments and proactively anticipate changes in supply, quality, or cost to safeguard business continuity. Develop mitigation plans, assessing geopolitical exposure to optimize the supplier mix while building strong contingency strategies
Lead Global Supplier Partnerships: Manage relationships and negotiations with international and domestic suppliers to optimize net landed costs and strengthen strategic alliances
Champion Innovation: Utilize advanced tools and databases to research customer trends, product development, and emerging innovations
Serve as a Trusted Expert: Act as a subject matter expert for internal and external stakeholders, influencing decisions across multiple leadership levels. Educates new vendors on requirements to work with H-E-B
Navigate Global Trade Complexities: Apply expertise in FOREX, import tariffs, antidumping regulations, and currency fluctuations to optimize cost structures
Enhance Operational Efficiency and Compliance: Influence logistics strategies, negotiate costs, and ensure efficiency through INCO terms, consolidated loads, and third-party warehousing solutions. Apply knowledge of U.S. CBP rules, FDA, USDA, OFAC, FATF, and import restrictions to maintain regulatory compliance
Lead Industry Engagement: Represent H-E-B at major international trade shows and specialized sourcing/industry related events
Drive Continuous Improvement: Support BDMs in enhancing processes, reducing lead times, improving product quality, and lowering costs through strategic initiatives and detailed financial analysis
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or Engineering
2+ years in global sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management
Proven track record in strategic sourcing, cost modeling, and supplier negotiations
Experience in managing complex global supply chains and risk mitigation strategies
Strong working knowledge of international sourcing process, financials, and cost composition
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
Excellent negotiation and contract management abilities
Knowledge of global trade regulations, import/export compliance, and logistics
Ability to manage cross-cultural teams, multiple projects, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities
Effective communication and presentation skills for executive-level reporting
Ability to travel internationally up to 20-30% of the time for supplier visits, audits, and negotiations
Proficient in of Microsoft 360, database query tools, and internal software (e.g., OMI, HIVEMIND, Workday, Tableau)
Preferred
Master's degree or MBA
Fluency in multiple languages
Company
H-E-B
H-E-B is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas with approximately $46 billion in revenue and 160,000+ Partners.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jason L.
President & Chief Operating Officer @ Favor Delivery
Roxanne Orsak
Chief Operating Officer
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