Director of Sourcing - Food Industry (Remote)
At Source 86, we don’t just source ingredients—we create solutions that optimize supply chains, enhance product quality, and drive sustainable growth. With a culture of transparency, continuous improvement, and people-first leadership, we are a trusted partner in a fast-evolving market.
We’re looking for a Director of Sourcing to lead and shape our global sourcing strategy. If you’re a visionary leader who excels at building high-performing teams, fostering strong supplier relationships, and driving strategic initiatives that balance cost, quality, and sustainability, we’d love to hear from you. As a key part of our leadership team, you’ll play a crucial role in our sourcing operations and competitive growth.
Source 86 is a global company with team members in the Philippines, Colombia, Argentina, China, Brazil, and South Africa. This role requires flexibility to work across different time zones.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Team Development
- Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing sourcing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies that align with business goals and market trends, ensuring long-term competitive advantage.
- Cultivate strong cross-functional relationships to drive synergy between sourcing, supply chain, FSQA, and sales teams.
Global Sourcing & Supplier Partnerships
- Oversee sourcing for critical food ingredients and raw materials, implementing risk-mitigation strategies.
- Negotiate and structure long-term partnerships with key suppliers, securing high-quality, cost-effective, and sustainable ingredient sources.
- Drive supplier performance and innovation through data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
Operational Excellence & Compliance
- Develop and track KPIs for supplier performance, focusing on quality, cost efficiency, and delivery reliability.
- Lead complex sourcing projects, balancing short-term business needs with long-term strategic growth.
Innovation & Market Intelligence
- Stay ahead of industry trends, commodity pricing, and emerging food sourcing technologies to inform strategic decisions.
Qualifications & Experience
- 7+ years of strategic sourcing experience preferable in the food industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Proven ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing teams.
- Deep expertise in global supply chain management, food ingredient sourcing, and supplier relationship management.
- Strong negotiation skills with a track record of successfully structuring supplier agreements.
- High ethical standards with a commitment to integrity, accountability, and confidentiality.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, balancing strategic vision with hands-on execution.
Why Join Source 86?
- High-impact role – You’ll directly influence our sourcing strategy and company growth.
- Fast-moving startup – Work in an environment where ideas are valued, execution is fast, and ownership is key.
- Growth & Leadership – Build and lead a top-tier sourcing team while shaping the future of supply chain excellence.
REMOTE WORKING OPPORTUNITY
This position is with a U.S.-based company, requiring flexibility in working hours (40 hours a week )to align with different time zones and business needs. We value a human approach and common sense in managing time and priorities, ensuring a balance between responsiveness and well-being. Successful candidates will be adaptable, proactive, and capable of working in a dynamic, global environment.
Director of Sourcing - Food Industry (Remote)
At Source 86, we don’t just source ingredients—we create solutions that optimize supply chains, enhance product quality, and drive sustainable growth. With a culture of transparency, continuous improvement, and people-first leadership, we are a trusted partner in a fast-evolving market.
We’re looking for a Director of Sourcing to lead and shape our global sourcing strategy. If you’re a visionary leader who excels at building high-performing teams, fostering strong supplier relationships, and driving strategic initiatives that balance cost, quality, and sustainability, we’d love to hear from you. As a key part of our leadership team, you’ll play a crucial role in our sourcing operations and competitive growth.
Source 86 is a global company with team members in the Philippines, Colombia, Argentina, China, Brazil, and South Africa. This role requires flexibility to work across different time zones.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Team Development
- Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing sourcing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies that align with business goals and market trends, ensuring long-term competitive advantage.
- Cultivate strong cross-functional relationships to drive synergy between sourcing, supply chain, FSQA, and sales teams.
Global Sourcing & Supplier Partnerships
- Oversee sourcing for critical food ingredients and raw materials, implementing risk-mitigation strategies.
- Negotiate and structure long-term partnerships with key suppliers, securing high-quality, cost-effective, and sustainable ingredient sources.
- Drive supplier performance and innovation through data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
Operational Excellence & Compliance
- Develop and track KPIs for supplier performance, focusing on quality, cost efficiency, and delivery reliability.
- Lead complex sourcing projects, balancing short-term business needs with long-term strategic growth.
Innovation & Market Intelligence
- Stay ahead of industry trends, commodity pricing, and emerging food sourcing technologies to inform strategic decisions.
Qualifications & Experience
- 7+ years of strategic sourcing experience preferable in the food industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Proven ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing teams.
- Deep expertise in global supply chain management, food ingredient sourcing, and supplier relationship management.
- Strong negotiation skills with a track record of successfully structuring supplier agreements.
- High ethical standards with a commitment to integrity, accountability, and confidentiality.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, balancing strategic vision with hands-on execution.
Why Join Source 86?
- High-impact role – You’ll directly influence our sourcing strategy and company growth.
- Fast-moving startup – Work in an environment where ideas are valued, execution is fast, and ownership is key.
- Growth & Leadership – Build and lead a top-tier sourcing team while shaping the future of supply chain excellence.
REMOTE WORKING OPPORTUNITY
This position is with a U.S.-based company, requiring flexibility in working hours (40 hours a week )to align with different time zones and business needs. We value a human approach and common sense in managing time and priorities, ensuring a balance between responsiveness and well-being. Successful candidates will be adaptable, proactive, and capable of working in a dynamic, global environment.