Sourcing Manager

Uline

. Own product sourcing, vendor selection and new product development for the assigned category .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timePleasant Prairie • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product sourcing, vendor negotiation, and supply chain optimization, with a strong focus on building relationships and leading teams. Proven ability to manage projects and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Product SourcingVendor NegotiationProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Product DevelopmentSupply Chain OptimizationContract NegotiationVendor SelectionPerformance Communication

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCoachingRelationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Domestic SourcingInternational SourcingQuality StandardsTradeshowsDrug-Free Workplace

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own product sourcing, vendor selection and new product development for the assigned category
Lead meetings and negotiations with domestic and international vendors for Uline product lines
Communicate with vendors on performance, product development and best-in-class quality standards
Build relationships with Uline leaders and internal teams including Purchasing, Marketing and Quality Control
Coach and develop a team of Product Management Analysts
Run product sourcing initiatives
Negotiate high-stakes vendor contracts
Optimize the supply chain

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
7+ years of experience directly sourcing products from domestic and overseas factories preferred
High level of interpersonal, project management, negotiation and analytical skills
Available for international travel to tradeshows and vendor visits
All new hires must complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening
Drug-free workplace

Benefits

Comp & perks

Complete health insurance coverage
401(k) with 6% employer match that starts day one
Multiple bonus programs
Paid holidays
Generous paid time off
Tuition Assistance Program covering professional continuing education
On-site café
First-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers
Over four miles of maintained walking trails