Associate Global Sourcing Manager TEKsystems $42.55 / hr life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan United States, California, Rancho Santa Fe Aug 18, 2026

• Description
• Interact professionally and effectively through verbal and written communication with all professional contacts, with emphasis on company interests
• Prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes
• Travel to work with vendors, manufacturers, and to attend appropriate industry trade shows.
• Effectively analyze data to determine the appropriate course of action.
• Participate in the development/refinement, implementation and management of the Petco global sourcing strategy for assigned categories.
• Assume the role of project manager for new product development within assigned categories.
• Continually identify, assess, and recommend new suppliers.
• Analyze bids and other data, and propose actionable recommendations.
• Conduct or participate in the negotiation with suppliers.
• Collaborate with Private Brand cross-functional team to optimize sourcing effectiveness.
• Research and analyze the cost, capacity, and delivery history of manufacturers; ensure manufacturers can deliver product that meets the specifications and quality of the brand image.
• Continually search for and identify opportunities for cost optimization and margin enhancement throughout the supply chain.
• Identify and communicate issues to appropriate parties and bring them to resolution.
• Manage the ongoing vendors' performance, including Service, Quality & Cost
• Monitor the cost & availability trends of key cost factors and recommend course of action (raw & packaging materials, labor, crude oil, etc.)
• Perform other related tasks and responsibilities as required, assigned, and directed.
• Skills
• sourcing, procurement
• Top Skills Details
• sourcing,procurement
• Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Normally requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in, and a minimum of 2-3 years experience in global sourcing including experience in manufacturing processes, quality control and national chain or specialty chain retailers.
• Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of import/export marketing and manufacturing relationships, including quality control/testing processes and programs, and logistics.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills are also required.
• Additionally, this position requires a demonstrated, advanced level of knowledge and competency in the following areas, with the ability to:
• Accomplish goals through partnerships built on mutual trust, fairness, integrity, and honesty.
• Partner and negotiate effectively with vendors, suppliers, regulatory agencies, and internal Petco associates
• Understand and communicate with a diverse set of leaders and associates at various levels and within various functional areas
• Manage multiple responsibilities with the talent to shift the center of focus from one task to another with minimal challenge.
• Champion change efforts through effective influence team members
• Business acumen and analytical skills are necessary
• Advanced computer skills are required, including MS Office Suite and the ability to learn and utilize internal applications.
• Experience Level
• Intermediate Level
• Job Type & Location
• This is a Contract position based out of Rancho Santa Fe, CA.
• Pay and Benefits
• The pay range for this position is $42.

55 - $42.55/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
• Workplace Type
• This is a hybrid position in Rancho Santa Fe,CA.
• Application Deadline
• This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 2026.

About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

• Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

• Massachusetts Lie Detector:

• It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
• Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
• We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates.

AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.