Sourcing Manager | Founder

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Location: ‘s-Hertogenbosch | Hybrid
Reports to: Head of Sourcing Europe

About the role
We are looking for an experienced Sourcing Manager to join L, a dynamic, global scale-up. In this role, you will be part of the European sourcing team and the wider global sourcing community. You will be responsible for end-to-end product development and sourcing, from initial concept through to production, working closely with internal stakeholders and external manufacturing partners across Europe and selected Asian markets.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing and product development projects across categories such as print, ceramics, glassware, home textiles, seasonal gifts & premiums, and home & kitchen accessories.
• Collaborate closely with sales, quality, supply chain, product development and consumer insights teams to deliver best-in-class products for international markets.
• Develop products together with manufacturing partners, ensuring technical feasibility, quality, creativity and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage and further develop long-term supplier partnerships, while actively scouting and onboarding new suppliers within relevant categories.
• Translate consumer insights and global trends into innovative product concepts with a strong consumer-first mindset.
• Travel internationally (approximately once per month) to supplier locations, including Europe and Asia, to build strong relationships and oversee production.

• 5+ years of experience in sourcing or procurement, preferably in finished consumer goods (non-food, toys, entertainment-related or home categories).
• A solid understanding of how products are technically manufactured; a technical background is a strong advantage.
• Experience working with retailers, trading companies or multinational environments.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance creativity, quality and cost.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

• Additional language skills such as Spanish, French or Eastern European languages.
• A collaborative personality who enjoys working across cultures and disciplines.

• A role in shaping the narrative of the market leader in tactical loyalty
• A dynamic, international and entrepreneurial environment where bold ideas are valued
• Career growth opportunities and a culture of collaboration, feedback, innovation and impact
• A beautiful office space in the heart of ‘s-Hertogenbosch
• Access to L’s state-of-the-art gym
• Flexible working-from-home arrangements
• A generous pension plan contribution

About L - founders of loyalty
L is the global leader in tactical loyalty campaigns for grocery retailers. With over 30 years’ experience across 35 markets and five continents, L partners with more than 100 leading grocery retailers to create rewarding Lifestyle and Entertainment campaigns, engaging over 60m customers worldwide.

At the core of our approach is Total Store Impact – a data-driven business model designed to help retailers boost sales productivity and improve profit margins in the short term, while strengthening brand equity and driving long-term business growth.

What it means to be a Founder
What makes L unique is our ‘Founder’s Mindset’.  This means that everyone thinks and acts like the company is their very own. As a Founder, you’re empowered to challenge the status quo, act without fear of failure, and adopt new ways of working to transform our business. Every day brings new challenges – and you’ll have the freedom and responsibility to shape your own path.

Sound like you?
We’d love to hear your story. Apply now.