Director, Materials Sourcing Operations, Domestic Footwear & Apparel

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.

JOB MISSION:

Strategically lead our effort to organize, right size and expand our Footwear and Apparel supply chain to support New Balance's Made in USA product lines. This role will lead the creation and execute the vision of near-shoring, friend-shoring, and on-shoring material and component supply that will enable New Balance to bring product to market faster, with materials that are localized with higher quality and faster replenishment.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
* Partners with the VP of Made, Sr Director Planning Ops, Director R&D, Director Quality and cross functional peers to identity strengths, gaps and opportunities that will lead to a robust, flexible, and reliable supplier network.
* Creates Supplier Prospecting Process that addresses "what's next" in material/ commodity strategy to address work that is driven by R&D or by supplier capability
* Create and manage supplier scorecards, supplier agreement terms and participate in NEW product development activities that will lead to either new suppliers or an expansion of capabilities at existing suppliers.
* Develop cohesive plans on commodity supply plans and leads functional interactions to ensure supplier strategy is meeting current and future product needs.
* Takes a leadership role in working cross-functionally to optimize use of data, systems D365/ o9 and reporting to drive work, results, and transparency to Made leadership team.
* Utilizes data/operational insights to partner with key cross-functional groups to drive efficiencies into processes and functions.
* Leads quarterly supplier reviews across all commodities and outlines strategies to manage supplier health.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:
* Must have 15 years in Footwear or Apparel Operations with 8+ in Sourcing and materials.

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks - opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs - that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword - it's part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.