apg Solutions
apg®️ is a global manufacturer of POS and cash management solutions, widely respected as the supplier of choice for retail, grocery, convenience, hospitality, bakery, quick‑serve restaurants, and other environments. Our innovative products, such as general application and custom cash drawers, mobility solutions, smarttill®️ Intelligent Cash Drawers, currentsee®️ middleware, mobile carts, kiosks, and POS peripherals, enhance efficiency and security at the point of sale globally.
Purpose The Global Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies to ensure cost‑effective, high‑quality, and reliable supply of goods and services. This role manages supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, evaluates global markets, and works cross‑functionally with engineering, quality, operations, and logistics teams to support business objectives. The Manager will identify, report and deliver cost savings and has accountability of procurement performance metrics.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement global sourcing strategies aligned with business and operational goals
Identify, evaluate, and qualify global suppliers across multiple regions
Lead the implementation and execution of sourcing strategies for direct spend in assigned categories
Conduct market analysis and cost benchmarking to optimize spend
Drive procurement optimization initiatives, including supplier rationalization, lead time reduction, MOQ (minimum order quantities) and terms optimization, Make vs. Buy analysis, and supplier innovation development
Select, onboard, and manage strategic suppliers
Evaluate supplier capacity and capabilities and seek new sources of technology to support business needs
Perform supplier performance reviews based on cost, quality, delivery, and service
Drive supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor and resolve supplier disputes, delivery, performance, or quality issues as last step
Cost Management and Negotiation
Lead contract negotiations to achieve favorable pricing, terms, and risk mitigation
Track market trends in commodities and report on potential supply constraints
Achieve year‑over‑year cost savings and value creation targets
Identify cost‑reduction and value engineering opportunities
Risk and Compliance
Assess and mitigate supply chain risks (geopolitical, financial, operational)
Ensure compliance with trade regulations, tariffs, and import/export requirements
Proactively identify and recommend potential alternative sources of supply to support enterprise wide cost savings targets and mitigation of risk to support business continuity plans
Support business continuity and dual‑sourcing strategies
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, logistics, and finance teams
Support new product introductions and supplier readiness Drive alignment between sourcing, planning, and operations
All other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
A strong understanding of various ERP systems (like Visual, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics) and their modules (including finance, supply chain, and HR) is essential; knowledge of Infor Visual is a bonus
Strong negotiation and contract management skills
Analytical and financial acumen
Knowledge of international trade, Incoterms, and global logistics
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
5–10+ years of experience in global sourcing, procurement, or supply chain
Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or operations environment, preferred
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Purchasing and Supply Chain
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Purpose The Global Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies to ensure cost‑effective, high‑quality, and reliable supply of goods and services. This role manages supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, evaluates global markets, and works cross‑functionally with engineering, quality, operations, and logistics teams to support business objectives. The Manager will identify, report and deliver cost savings and has accountability of procurement performance metrics.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement global sourcing strategies aligned with business and operational goals
Identify, evaluate, and qualify global suppliers across multiple regions
Lead the implementation and execution of sourcing strategies for direct spend in assigned categories
Conduct market analysis and cost benchmarking to optimize spend
Drive procurement optimization initiatives, including supplier rationalization, lead time reduction, MOQ (minimum order quantities) and terms optimization, Make vs. Buy analysis, and supplier innovation development
Select, onboard, and manage strategic suppliers
Evaluate supplier capacity and capabilities and seek new sources of technology to support business needs
Perform supplier performance reviews based on cost, quality, delivery, and service
Drive supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor and resolve supplier disputes, delivery, performance, or quality issues as last step
Cost Management and Negotiation
Lead contract negotiations to achieve favorable pricing, terms, and risk mitigation
Track market trends in commodities and report on potential supply constraints
Achieve year‑over‑year cost savings and value creation targets
Identify cost‑reduction and value engineering opportunities
Risk and Compliance
Assess and mitigate supply chain risks (geopolitical, financial, operational)
Ensure compliance with trade regulations, tariffs, and import/export requirements
Proactively identify and recommend potential alternative sources of supply to support enterprise wide cost savings targets and mitigation of risk to support business continuity plans
Support business continuity and dual‑sourcing strategies
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, logistics, and finance teams
Support new product introductions and supplier readiness Drive alignment between sourcing, planning, and operations
All other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
A strong understanding of various ERP systems (like Visual, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics) and their modules (including finance, supply chain, and HR) is essential; knowledge of Infor Visual is a bonus
Strong negotiation and contract management skills
Analytical and financial acumen
Knowledge of international trade, Incoterms, and global logistics
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
5–10+ years of experience in global sourcing, procurement, or supply chain
Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or operations environment, preferred
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Purchasing and Supply Chain
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