Materials Sourcing Specialist

At Columbia Sportswear, we are looking for a Materials Sourcing Specialist to join our dynamic team. We are seeking an experienced professional who is excited to take on the challenge of sourcing, developing, and managing the materials that go into our products.The ideal candidate will possess a combination of strong analytical and organizational skills, along with experience and knowledge in materials sourcing. This individual should also be a highly motivated self-starter with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.The Materials Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure the best possible materials and the most cost-effective solutions for our products. Our ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of materials sourcing, with experience in quality assurance, cost analysis, and negotiating.If you are a highly motivated professional with strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

1. Identify and evaluate potential suppliers for materials sourcing.
2. Negotiate with suppliers to ensure best prices and quality of materials.
3. Analyze and monitor the cost and quality of materials.
4. Ensure that all materials meet Columbia Sportswear’s quality standards.
5. Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
6. Keep updated with the latest market trends in materials sourcing.
7. Maintain accurate records of all materials purchases.
8. Resolve any issues that may arise with suppliers.
9. Collaborate with other departments to ensure the timely delivery of materials.
10. Assist in the development of new materials sourcing strategies.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Materials Sourcing Specialist in Seattle, WA, USA is $54,624 - $98,814. This number is determined based on salary data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics for the job title.

The Columbia Sportswear Company is a company that manufactures and distributes outerwear, sportswear, and footwear, as well as headgear, camping equipment, ski apparel, and outerwear accessories. It was founded in 1938 by Paul Lamfrom, the father of Gert Boyle.