Global Sourcing Specialist - Hardgoods

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Location: 

• This role is based in Woodinville, WA and requires you to work onsite 4 days per week, with 1 day remote.


• To be considered, you must live within commuting distance, as regular in-person collaboration is a key part of the role.

JOB SUMMARY

The Global Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sourcing, supplier management, and end-to-end execution of product orders, with a focus on custom hardgoods and softgoods (e.g., polyresin, bobbleheads, plush). This role partners cross-functionally to ensure products are sourced, developed, and delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards. This position emphasizes supplier strategy, cost management, and execution excellence while coordinating timelines and deliverables across internal teams and external vendors in a fast-paced environment.

The fun part? This role sits at the center of bringing custom products to life. You’ll help turn creative concepts into meaningful, high-impact merchandise experiences that connect brands with people in memorable ways. Every order requires strong execution, thoughtful vendor partnership, and creative problem-solving — but the result is work you can actually see, touch, and celebrate.

Here’s one example of the type of product experience this role helps make possible: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/bdainc_hit-the-goal-flip-repeat-known-for-his-activity-7450236842878091264-Ambe?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAEksGMBaQoZHizGqPvrCSS-WbMOEPgXPKg

Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally with business experience in manufacturing, project management, supply chain, logistics, product management, or a related field.


• 2–6 years of experience in sourcing, product development, project management, materials, production, resource planning, supplier management.


• Hands-on/direct 1:1 experience working with overseas factories, suppliers, or sourcing partners; experience with Chinese factories or Asia-based sourcing is strongly preferred.


• Proven ability to manage supplier negotiations, including pricing, MOQs, production timelines, feasibility, and trade-offs.


• Strong business judgment, common sense, and ownership mindset, with a demonstrated work ethic and ability to follow through on commitments.


• Ability to manage multiple projects, orders, or production timelines concurrently while maintaining attention to detail, deadlines, and customer expectations.


• Solid problem-solving and decision-making skills, especially in fast-paced or ambiguous environments where priorities may shift.


• Effective cross-functional communication skills, with the ability to partner closely with Sales, Design, Logistics, Vendors, and internal stakeholders to keep projects moving forward.

Job skills and traits

• Supplier sourcing, evaluation, and negotiation


• Costing analysis including landed cost calculations


• Vendor relationship management and performance tracking


• Ability to interpret and manage product specifications


• Strong organizational and time management skills


• Effective cross-functional communication and collaboration


• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment


• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills


• Customer-focused mindset with high attention to detail

Duties & Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers based on cost, quality, capability, and reliability


• Negotiate pricing, MOQs, and production terms to meet business objectives


• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure consistent performance


• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement


• Manage assigned product categories (Hardline specific) from sourcing through production and delivery


• Issue and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and alignment with requirements


• Partner with Product Development and Design to ensure specifications are feasible and manufacturable


• Track production timelines and proactively address risks, delays, or quality concerns


• Calculate and validate landed costs, identifying cost-saving opportunities


• Drive cost efficiencies while maintaining quality and delivery commitments


• Support development and implementation of sourcing processes and best practices


• Maintain accurate records of supplier data, costing, and sourcing activities


• Partner with Logistics, Inventory, and Sales teams to align supply chain execution


• Support stakeholders by providing sourcing insights, timelines, and cost guidance


• Oversee orders to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to quality standards


• Track and report key metrics including delivery performance and cost savings


• Contribute to department goals and continuous improvement initiatives

Travel Involved: Limited, as needed for client meetings, vendor management and select events

Why BDA?
BDA is a place where creativity, partnership, and customer care come together. For more than 40 years, we have helped some of the world’s most recognized brands create memorable experiences through branded merchandise, gifting, and custom programs. We are proud of the work we do, the relationships we build, and the people behind it all. At BDA, you will find a team that values collaboration, innovation, and a “get it done” mindset — while still making space for creativity, growth, and meaningful impact.

 Our Core Values:

• BDA is a Team and a Family


• Always Strive to Be The Best


• Entrepreneurial Spirit


• Tigger Attitude


• Work Hard, Play Hard


• Make It Happen the Best Way


• Total Client Affinity & Advocacy

 Want to learn more? So much to explore

• BDA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bda_inc/


• Harper + Scott (a BDA company): https://www.harperandscott.com/ & https://www.instagram.com/harperandscott/


• swagup (a BDA company) end-to-end Merch Ecommerce site: https://www.swagup.com/


• Idea Planet (a BDA company): https://www.ideaplanetlp.com/about


• BDA Careers Page: https://www.bdainc.com/careers/


• LinkedIn – BDA page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bdainc/

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We are pleased to share the base salary range for this position is $92,000 to $100,000. If you are hired at BDA, your compensation will be determined based on factors that may include geographic location, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any offer. In the spirit of pay transparency, the range listed is the full base salary range for the role and hiring at the top of the range would not be typical, in order to allow for future salary growth. The range listed is just one component of BDA’s total compensation and rewards programs, which includes: robust PTO; vacation, a paid volunteer day, holidays and summer Fridays, Benefits; medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance, 401k; tuition reimbursement, mental health and financial wellness programs and professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement. Certain revenue-generating positions may be eligible for incentive compensation.