Job Title: Manager, Indirect Sourcing, Third Party Logistics (3PL)
Location: Clark, NJ
Who We Are
L’Oréal is present in 150 markets on five continents. For more than a century, L’Oréal has devoted itself solely to ‘Create beauty that moves the world’; it is now the industry world leader with €42 billion consolidated sales. Together, we solve complex challenges at scale, while making sure we stay committed to making the world a more inclusive and a better place for everyone & our planet.
Our daring Operations team of thousands of exceptional minds don’t just work on complex challenges; They help create sustainable and inclusive beauty alongside our partners by crafting, innovating, sourcing, producing, and delivering millions of products and services that touch every corner of the globe.
A Day in the Life
Reporting to the Director of 3PL Sourcing, you will play a key role in activating L’Oréal North America’s logistics network. This is a high-impact position where you will co-develop and execute sourcing strategies for a ~$50M annual spend across Warehousing and Reverse Logistics, directly contributing to our operational excellence and sustainability goals.
- Drive Strategic Sourcing: You will lead end-to-end RFx processes, from market analysis and needs assessment to complex negotiations and implementation, ensuring a seamless transition from "bid" to "business as usual."
- Enhance Supplier Excellence: You will manage a robust supplier ecosystem based on L’Oréal’s five strategic pillars: Quality, Logistics, Innovation, Sustainability, and Competitiveness, acting as a trusted advisor to internal business partners.
- Champion Sustainability: You will spearhead initiatives to reduce our Scope 3 emissions by identifying and onboarding partners who offer green logistics solutions, driving our "L'Oréal for the Future" agenda.
- Lead Innovation & Performance: You will proactively scout the market for disruptive technologies, integrate AI and smart fulfillment solutions into our 3PL roadmap, and own the category analytics to report on performance and savings.
We Are Looking For
We are seeking an individual with an entrepreneurial drive, capable of working autonomously in a fast-paced environment. You excel at translating complex market trends into actionable insights and influencing decisions across functions. You're a great match if you have:
- Several years of experience in Strategic Sourcing and Category Management, specifically within the Logistics sector.
- Strategic Business Acumen with the ability to build sourcing strategies that anticipate business needs.
- Proven Negotiation Skills with a track record of managing complex, multi-million dollar agreements.
- Strong Data & Analytics capabilities to distill information into clear, persuasive presentations.
- Exceptional Stakeholder Management skills, with the ability to influence without authority and build bridges across teams.
- Agility & Change Leadership to manage change and drive innovation in a dynamic environment.
What’s In It For You
- Salary Range: $90,200 - $128,500 (The actual compensation will depend on a variety of job-related factors which may include geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level)
- Competitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)
- Hybrid Work Policy (3 Days in Office, 2 Days Work from Home)
- Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!)
- Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L’Oréal’s Internal Shop for Discounted Products, Monthly Mobile Allowance)
- Learning & Development Opportunities for Career Progression (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!)
- Employee Resource Groups (Think Tanks and Innovation Squads)
- Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs
Don’t meet every single requirement? At L'Oréal, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
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