Sourcing Manager

Millwood, Inc.

Sourcing Manager developing and maintaining strategic supplier relationships for Millwood, Inc. Responsible for sourcing, cost management, and vendor performance.

Posted 6/19/2026full-timeVienna • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all aspects of strategic sourcing activities within the assigned region, including supplier identification, qualification, negotiation, onboarding, performance management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Develop, implement, and continuously improve sourcing and category management strategies that support profitability, supply continuity, and business growth objectives.
Develop proficiency in Millwood's pallet design software and become a subject matter expert capable of supporting costing, quoting, and sourcing decisions.
Develop working knowledge of Millwood's order entry and customer support systems to provide operational support as needed, including order management, customer communications, accounts receivable follow-up, and cross-functional coverage.
Provide timely and accurate pricing support to Regional Sales Managers utilizing approved costing methodologies, market intelligence, and internal Millwood systems.
Maintain current pricing by material and region for comparison of regions.
Maintain accurate supplier, pricing, quoting, and activity records within Salesforce. Document supplier capabilities, visit reports, and key business developments in a timely manner.
Serve as the primary point of contact for supplier-related issues and facilitate timely resolution through collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Analyze procurement and market data to identify cost reduction opportunities, improve supplier performance, benchmark spending trends, and support strategic decision-making.
Conduct monthly reviews of customer pricing and sourcing costs to identify market-based adjustment opportunities and review recommendations with Regional Sales Managers.
Identify, evaluate, negotiate with, and onboard qualified supplier partners to strengthen Millwood's supply network. Maintain an active pipeline of prospective suppliers and establish new supplier relationships based on regional sales growth and operational needs.
Collaborate with Operations, Finance, Quality, and Millwood manufacturing facilities to support costing initiatives, supplier performance, quality improvement efforts, and growth opportunities.
Travel approximately 25% or more as business needs require to develop supplier relationships, conduct supplier evaluations, support sales initiatives, and identify new sourcing opportunities. Vendor visit reports and Salesforce updates are expected within 48 hours of each visit.
Support annual sourcing objectives, supplier diversity initiatives, and cost savings goals established by leadership.
Assist in developing contingency sourcing plans to mitigate supply chain disruptions and ensure continuity of supply.
Collaborate with operations and quality teams to resolve supplier-related quality concerns and implement corrective actions.
Participate in strategic planning activities to support regional growth and profitability objectives.
Other duties as assigned by manager.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field is preferred or equivalent experience.
Five (5) or more years of progressive experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain management, supplier development, or related disciplines, with demonstrated success in supplier negotiations and strategic sourcing initiatives.
Proficiency in Salesforce, or other CRMs required.
Current and valid driver’s license, with a clean driving record, and the ability to rent a car.
In depth knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is required.
Experience within pallet manufacturing, lumber, wood products, packaging, logistics, or industrial manufacturing environments is preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Travel throughout the assigned region is required, including periodic travel to Millwood's corporate office in Vienna, Ohio

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Hard Skills & Tools

strategic sourcingsupplier identificationsupplier qualificationnegotiationperformance managementcosting methodologiespricing supportdata analysissupplier onboardingcategory management

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationproblem-solvingleadershiporganizational skillsanalytical thinkingcustomer servicestrategic planningcontinuous improvementrelationship management

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business AdministrationBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain ManagementBachelor’s degree in Logistics