Sourcing Manager

Location: SCP Canada; Woodbridge, Ontario - 105, 100 Vinyl Crt, Unit A, Woodbridge, Ontario - L4L 4A3 and Hybrid

Why join POOLCORP?

We offer a wealth of opportunities for career growth and advancement, with comprehensive training programs to support your success. As a company, we value integrity, trust, diversity, and innovation, and we strive to foster a family-oriented, hometown culture that is supported by our strong, stable, and growing business. Join us today and experience the best of both worlds!

So, end your job search here – at POOLCORP – Where Outdoor Living Comes to Life!

You want Benefits? You’ve got it!

Our generous benefits package includes:

• Company Paid Extended Health Care Benefits, Dental Insurance, and Wellness Programs
• Group Retirement Savings Plan with generous company match
• 2 weeks of paid time off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays (NOTE: PTO increases with tenure!)
• 100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs
• Bonus Programs that include Employee Recognition and Referrals, Summer Madness, and Annual Performance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Discounts and much more!

What to Expect?

Reporting to the Director of Sourcing, this position is responsible for managing the current vendor base for a particular category, as well as looking for alternate vendors both domestically and internationally that will result in significant cost savings, enhanced sales margin, and/or enhanced delivery performance.

On a daily basis our Sourcing Manager:

• Continuously reviews assigned category sales and looks for margin, cost or availability issues.
• Determines categories or items that present improved sourcing opportunities.
• Identifies suppliers that can supply new items or improve the supply of existing items.
• Negotiates cost, freight terms and legal conditions with suppliers.
• Assists in developing specifications on products to be sourced.
• Analyzes, evaluates and summarizes suppliers' offers.
• Assists in determining market price for products.
• Assists in the implementation of new product introductions.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related discipline.
• 5-10 years of general pool product experience desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
• ISM Certification and/or courses desirable.
• International sourcing experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as required to meet project deadlines.
• Ability to travel on occasion domestically and internationally.

Looking to work for the best in the industry?

Look no further than POOLCORP, the world's leading distributor of outdoor living products. With over 445 Sales Centers in 13 countries and a team with more than 6,000 dedicated employees, we are committed to meeting the needs of our customers with pride and professionalism. Our network includes SCP Distributors, SCP Distributors International, Superior Pool Products, National Pool Tile, Pinch A Penny, and Horizon Distributors.

Bilingual, Military, Military Spouses and Veteran applicants are strongly encouraged to apply! Currently, POOLCORP has over one hundred and twenty military personnel serving on our team. We understand the uniqueness of hiring military personnel and veterans and will support him/her in the time of duty or with the transition into new civilian professions.

POOLCORP is a drug-free company and Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. The Company understands, respects, and values diversity – unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions – while striving to be inclusive of all people. This commitment is critical to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Hiring and promotional decisions are based solely on the qualifications required for the job to be filled. This position is considered “safety-sensitive” and includes tasks or duties which could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the tasks or others. POOLCORP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.