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Check all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description. Director, Sourcing and Supply Chain - Private Brands 4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Director, Sourcing and Supply Chain - Private Brands role at The Guitar Center Company Direct message the job poster from The Guitar Center Company Director, Talent Acquisition at The Guitar Center Company KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The Director, Sourcing and Supply Chain for Private Brands will lead the sourcing strategy and execution across assigned product categories, ensuring the optimization of cost, quality, delivery, and supplier performance. This role is critical to driving profitability, innovation, and supply chain agility by building robust global sourcing networks, developing supplier partnerships, and aligning sourcing activities with the company’s strategic and financial objectives. The Director will work cross-functionally with Merchandising, Product Development, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure seamless execution and value delivery. Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to the following: Sourcing Strategy Development: Build and lead the execution of a long-term global sourcing strategy that supports category growth, margin improvement, and supply chain resilience while guarding against tariff and geopolitical fluctuations. Supplier Management & Negotiation: Identify, evaluate, and manage a high-performance supplier base. Lead cost negotiations, establish contracts, and drive continuous improvement in supplier performance. Cost Optimization: Deliver year-over-year cost savings through strategic sourcing, value engineering, and supplier consolidation while maintaining or improving product quality. Global Sourcing: Develop and optimize global sourcing footprint by balancing risk, lead time, tariff implications, and geopolitical factors. Monitor emerging sourcing markets and evaluate sourcing shifts. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Product Development, Merchandising, Quality, and Supply Planning to ensure sourcing strategies align with business goals, product timelines, and quality standards. Vendor Compliance: Ensure suppliers meet ethical sourcing standards, regulatory requirements, and quality expectations. Support factory audits and sustainability initiatives. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate supply chain risks including disruptions, capacity constraints, and geopolitical instability through contingency planning and multi-sourcing. Operational Excellence: Establish and track KPIs for supplier performance, cost savings, lead times, and on-time delivery. Continuously improve sourcing operations through process enhancements and systems optimization. Innovation & Product Development Support: Collaborate with development teams to identify new material and manufacturing capabilities that drive innovation, differentiation, and speed to market. Team Leadership: Manage and develop a high-performing sourcing team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration. Provide coaching and career development to team members. Stakeholder Influence: Act as a strategic advisor to internal business partners, providing sourcing insights and thought leadership to inform product and business decisions. To join our band, you'll need the following experience: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, International Trade, or a related field; MBA or equivalent experience preferred. 10+ years of progressive sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Proven success developing and executing global sourcing strategies in a multi-category or consumer goods environment. Strong understanding of international trade, tariffs, cost structures, and supplier negotiation practices. Experience sourcing from multiple regions, including Asia, and managing complex supplier networks. Demonstrated success in delivering cost savings while maintaining product quality and supplier performance. Excellent analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills. Outstanding leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration abilities. Experience with sourcing systems, ERP platforms, and supply chain analytics tools. Why Guitar Center? Here’s just some of the rewards: For our employees who are musicians we offer the unique opportunity of gig leave—take time off to share your music with the world and return to your job after your tour! Guitar Center offers robust benefits and perks, including Medical, Dental, Vision,401K plus company match, mental health support, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program, and tuition reimbursement options. Pay Rate: $170,000- $195,00 depending on background and experience. This position is eligible to participate in the Guitar Center Company bonus program based on Company performance.The job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education, and other factors. The pay range(s) listed are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations. Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‐related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1‐818-735-8800 ext. 2862 or by sending an email to recruiting@guitarcenter.com. Why join us? With a career at Guitar Center, you become part of the world's largest multichannel musical instrument retailer. Whether at our Stores, Contact Centers, Distribution Centers, or Support Center, Guitar Center employees have a common goal: to help people find their sound and fill the world with more music. Love this gig and want to apply? Send your resume and cover letter today along with salary expectations! Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‐related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by sending an email torecruiting@guitarcenter.com. 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