JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Sourcing Manager, Global Sourcing
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: PFR Sourcing
Reports To: Director, PFR Sourcing
Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry.
We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Sourcing Manager, Global Sourcing, is responsible for managing global sourcing activities for Purchase for Resale (PFR) items that support RPM's Consumer Group product portfolio, as well as select direct materials used in manufacturing.
This role focuses on optimizing cost, quality, service, and supply continuity across resale products, raw materials, and packaging.
Working closely with Supply Chain, Product Management, R&D, Quality, and Operations, this role ensures that both PFR and direct materials suppliers meet technical, commercial, and operational requirements while supporting company growth and profitability.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supplier Management:
Manage a global supplier base for PFR and select direct materials.
Ensure suppliers meet performance expectations for quality, cost, delivery, service, regulatory compliance, and technical capability.
Support supplier qualification, onboarding, and periodic business reviews.
Monitor PFR supplier capabilities to ensure readiness for product launches, line expansions, and category growth.
Sourcing Execution & Commercial Management
Lead RFQs/RFPs for both PFR categories and select direct materials.
Negotiate pricing and commercial terms and recommend sourcing decisions.
Evaluate total cost of ownership (TCO) for PFR and select direct categories.
Collaborate with Sourcing and Product Management on PFR SKU sourcing.
Coordinate cross-functionally to support all sourcing activities related to new product launches.
Cost Management, Value Engineering & Market Monitoring
Identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities across assigned categories.
Understand global commodity markets, material trends, and cost drivers affecting the coatings industry.
Support standard cost updates.
Provide cost inputs for business cases, new product development (NPD), and PFR margin analysis.
Contracts, Compliance & Risk Mitigation
Support creation and negotiation of supply agreements, pricing contracts, and commercial terms.
Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, regulatory, and product compliance requirements.
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including single-source exposure, quality concerns, capacity constraints, and geopolitical issues.
Support business continuity planning for PFR and critical material suppliers.
REQUIREMENTS:
Skills & Experience
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or related field-or equivalent experience.
5-10 years of sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience, ideally in global, consumer goods, chemicals, coatings, or manufacturing environments.
Strong understanding of supply chains related to finished goods, raw materials, and packaging.
Demonstrated experience in supplier negotiations, cost analysis, and commercial agreement support.
Strong analytical skills, with ability to interpret complex data sets and market trends.
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Working knowledge of financial concepts such as cost structures, budgeting, and savings validation.
SAP and Microsoft Excel proficiency preferred.
Travel: 25% (International & Domestic)
Competencies
Expertise in PFR category and Direct Sourcing
Strong negotiation skills
Supplier relationship management
Data-driven problem solving
Risk assessment and mitigation
Strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Attention to detail and operational discipline
Salary Target Range: $100,00-$120,000, bonus eligible
From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave.
We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment.
Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.
Rust-Oleum offers 9.5 paid holidays and one floating holiday per year.
You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.
Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer.
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Type: Permanent Location: Vernon Hills, Illinois
Posted: 2026-03-12 14:11:00
FINANCE MANAGER / FINANCIAL CONTROLLER (No.1)
MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE
£65,000 TO £75,000 + BENEFITS
THE COMPANY:
We're exclusively partnering with a growing SME import / export business based in Manchester City Centre that is looking to recruit an experienced Finance Manager / Financial Controller to lead the finance function and work closely with the founders.
Operating within an international trading environment with a bonded warehouse, the business imports and distributes products mainly across the UK and conditionally exports the imports internationally.
This role will take full ownership of the finance function, providing both hands-on financial leadership and commercial insight to support continued growth.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Financial Controller who enjoys improving systems, introducing automation where appropriate, and helping a growing business drive efficiencies and smarter financial decision-making.
THE FINANCIAL CONTROLLER / FINANCE MANAGER ROLE:
Reporting directly to the Founders, taking ownership of the finance function and leading a small team
Managing and developing a team including AP, AR / Credit Control, Finance Coordinator and Import / Export Clerks
Producing monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary
Leading budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management
Overseeing credit control and debtor management, personally handling escalated debtor issues
Managing banking relationships and lenders, including invoice discounting / asset-based finance facilities
Ensuring accurate import duty accruals, deferments and landed cost reporting
Monitoring freight forwarding costs, stock movements and working capital with operational teams
Managing HMRC compliance, including bonded warehouse oversight and annual audits
Reviewing systems, processes and reporting, driving efficiencies, automation and continuous improvement
Providing commercial insight to the founders to support better decision making and business performance
THE PERSON:
CIMA / ACCA Qualified, or Qualified by Experience (QBE), with proven experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant in an SME environment, with an understanding of import/Export.
Industry experience Distribution, Logistics, Manufacturing, Retail or Wholesale would be advantageous, with stock / inventory accounting and operational finance
Strong experience producing Management Accounts, Budgeting, Forecasting and Cashflow Management
Exposure to invoice discounting or asset-based lending facilities
Strong oversight of credit control and debtor management, including handling escalations
Experience reviewing systems, reporting and processes to drive improvements and efficiencies
A commercial and proactive mindset with the ability to support business growth
TO APPLY:
Please send your CV via the advert for the Finance Manager / Financial Controller for immediate consideration.
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Type: Permanent Location: Manchester, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £65000.00 - £75000.00 per annum + + Benefits
Posted: 2026-03-10 17:22:09
