Procurement & Sourcing Specialist - Bedgear

Job Title: Procurement & Sourcing Specialist

Department: Global Sourcing

Reports to: Director – Global Sourcing & Product Development

Hours Available: M-F 8:30am-5:30pm EST (1-hour lunch break)

FLSA Class: Exempt

EEO1 Classification: Professional

Physical Address: 200 Sea Ln, Farmingdale, NY 11735

Salary Range: $73,388 - $125,248 (Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law)

Grade: 5

Why Work @ BEDGEAR?

If you’re looking for a career and not just a job, BEDGEAR provides a work environment that accelerates growth for all its team members. Keeping up with the everyday challenges of a fast-growing consumer goods company demands a team of all-in players, who are focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, leadership, and have a growth-mindset. If you want to elevate yourself personally and professionally, surrounding yourself with others that share the same values, beliefs, and behaviors will provide the support and extra push to reach new heights and smash new goals. At BEDGEAR you can expect to find successful teammates who exemplify our core values of being:

HUNGRY - HUMBLE - CURIOUS - CLEVER - COMMITTED - HUMANITARIAN

About BEDGEAR® PERFORMANCE®

Launched in 2009, BEDGEAR® is the brand of Performance® that provides innovative bedding by focusing on an active lifestyle and well-being. BEDGEAR’s sleep solutions are engineered with Performance fabrics that are temperature neutral and instant cooling and maximizes airflow to allow the body to naturally regulate its temperature. With a core belief of One Size Does Not Fit All™, BEDGEAR has redefined the way people view sleep by developing interactive in-store experiences and breathable bedding products that are personally fit to a consumer based on specific factors, including body type, sleep position and temperature. BEDGEAR is dedicated to integrating environmental responsibility into product development to ensure less returned goods are being sent to landfills. BEDGEAR is essential to the rest and recovery routines of professional athletes and active people who need to maximize their sleep. A proud manufacturer in the USA, BEDGEAR offers mattresses, pillows, sheets, blankets, pet beds as well as travel, kids and baby products that often feature removable and washable covers to maintain a clean and healthy sleep environment. BEDGEAR is represented in more than 4,000 retail stores across the globe and has earned more than 220 U.S. and worldwide patents, trademark registrations and pending applications. Sleep Fuels Everything®!

Learn more at bedgear.com.

Summary:The Procurement & Sourcing Specialist will play a key role in supporting the procurement process by sourcing, evaluating, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure our organization acquires high-quality goods and services at competitive prices. This position involves collaboration with various departments to meet operational needs while adhering to budgetary constraints.

Essential Functions (include but not limited to):

Key Responsibilities:

Sourcing:

• Conduct comprehensive market research to stay informed on fabric trends, innovations, technologies, manufacturing, and competitive pricing strategies for all products and categories.
• Lead the identification and sourcing of raw materials from global suppliers, establishing and nurturing strong relationships with suppliers, mills, and manufacturers worldwide.
• Evaluate and select vendors based on quality, reliability, cost, and production capacity, ensuring alignment with company standards.
• Negotiate agreements, pricing, and delivery terms with suppliers to secure the best outcomes for the company, analyzing costs for improvements and reductions.
• Monitor supplier performance closely, addressing any issues related to quality, delivery, or compliance in a timely manner.
• Maintain detailed records of costings, cost comparisons, and raw material details to ensure accuracy.
• Manage a vendor library with all product details from every vendor.
• Travel to domestic and/or international trade shows to discover new raw materials and suppliers.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Manage the sample development process, including the generation of BOMs and Tech Packs, and update them throughout the approval process.
• Communicate Tech Packs to vendors and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure production aligns with technical specifications.
• Verify prototypes throughout the development process, making technical corrections based on fit, aesthetics, performance, and comfort.
• Follow up on timely submissions of lab dips, strike-offs, knits, trims, packaging, etc., ensuring all approvals are obtained without affecting delivery.
• Ensure all products are tested for quality, both domestically and globally.
• Act as gatekeeper for the Time and Action Calendar, adding new projects, updating timelines, and ensuring projects are executed effectively.
• Communicate key calendar dates to internal teams and vendors, following up diligently.
• Launch products on planned dates, managing daily communications with global vendors.

This job description is intended as a general guideline and should not be considered an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The Procurement & Sourcing Specialist may be required to perform additional duties, as well as be tasked with special projects as needed.

MUST HAVE:

Ability to prioritize effectively and operate efficiently; use sound judgment to make rational decisions; ability to recognize opportunities and evoke change where applicable; must be objective v. subjective; strong follow up skills; intrapersonal skills; excellent communication skills; attention to detail and process orientation; problem solving skills; must have thorough understanding of company’s confidentiality agreement.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• HS Diploma or GED
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and have IDs needed to verify.
• English proficient (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension)
• Computer savvy; proficient with Microsoft Office

Sensory Requirements: Should have working use of hearing and vision with or without the use of corrective lenses/hearing aids to be able to read paperwork, work on a computer screen for an extended period of time, and frequently speak on the phone.

Environmental: N/A - indoor office environment

Education/Experience/License Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college in textiles, merchandising, fashion or closely related field.
• Proven experience in procurement and sourcing, preferably within the bedding or related industry.
• 5+ years’ experience in product development, research and development, or production/manufacturing; consumer durable goods highly preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience of sourcing materials and vendor research (international and domestic).
• 5+ years’ experience of proven successful project management.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively.
• Understand styles and design trends in home furnishings and fashion. Experience within an active lifestyle brand is highly preferred. Familiarity with Bedgear branding and products is a plus.
• Knowledge of quality assurance processes and standards.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have a strong aesthetic sense and great eye for design.

Language Skills: English proficiency required (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension). Knowledge of an additional language(s) is a plus!

Mathematical Skills: Basic arithmetic and algebra

Reasoning Ability: Strong analytical skills to evaluate supplier proposals and assess market trends effectively. Capable of making data-driven decisions and identifying cost-saving opportunities while balancing quality and supplier reliability. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential for navigating complex procurement scenarios and optimizing sourcing strategies. Excellent planning and problem-solving skills with limited resources; ability to effectively prioritize and project manage multiple assignments at any given time. Ability to use judgement to make important decisions.

Work Environment:  Indoor office environment most times.

Physical Demands:

Key:

N-Never

O-Occasional; 1-33% of time

F-Frequent; 34-66% of time

C-Constant; 67-100% of time

BEDGEAR® is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that participates in the E-Verify program!