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Position Profile:

The Sourcing Program Manager will be responsible for the execution of Product Development &
Global sourcing objectives to deliver sales, margin, and penetration growth targets. This role drives the development of private brands that are globally sourced. Recommending new sourcing alternatives and ensuring pricing optimization. He or she will partner closely with Merchant partners and Cross Functional Team to identify new category specific areas for development as well as lead and identify private brand cost out opportunities. This role will understand product, merchandising needs, analyze projects, specifications, and ensure private brand governance. Reports to the Sr. Manager, Product Development.

Position Responsibilities:

Manage and execute global sourced product for assigned merchandising departments
Partner with Merchants to lead private brand product line review initiatives to drive cost out
Manage and drive sourcing programs through Asian, European and Latin American sourcing offices; responsible for developing and maintaining relationship with global sourcing offices
Own and drive private brand penetration for assigned merchandising categories
Contribute to off shelf programs and online strategy with team to increase sales and margin
Work with US counterparts to create specifications for products including: packaging, safety and environmental issues
In conjunction with US counterparts, develop products as well as materials to sell the products i.e. Packaging, P.K. materials, POP
Understand merchandising needs, analyze sales data, market intelligence, and ensure compliance
Have excellent control on the end-to-end product development & sourcing processes
Gain strong understanding of the categories and sub-categories for execution of sourcing and/or private brand programs
Participate in product line reviews and contribute to overall merchandising strategy
Monitor and understand department programs in order to communicate and take necessary actions.
Responsible for developing and maintaining a smooth working relationship between global vendors and fulfillment/inventory group.

Experience/Knowledge Required:

Must fulfill minimum time-in-position (1 year) and performance management code requirements (M+)
3-5 years of retail experience;product knowledge for end to end product development andglobal sourcing is preferred
A University degree in a related field would be an asset
A solid team player, open to new learning.
Well organized and passionate about managing multiple projects.
Willing to solve problems with minimum supervision.
Ability to work in a cross-functional, cross-cultural setting that requires close interaction and relationship building with internal and external stakeholders globally.
Very strong analytical and negotiation skills experience dealing with vendors directly.
Proficiency in a language other than English would be considered to be an asset.
Project Management experience considered an asset
Some international travel may be required

Thank you for applying to The Home Depot Canada. Our careers allow you to “unleash your inner orange” to improve the lives of our customers and yourself by helping them to complete their projects. Please note applications will only be accepted online and only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.