Job Title: Global Sourcing Specialist Location: Lake Forest, IL Salary: $55,000-80,000LHH Recruitment Solutions is currently seeking a Global Sourcing Specialist to join our client's organization in the Lake Forest, IL area. Key Responsibilities:Support global sourcing activities for new and existing product lines to meet cost, quality, and lead‑time objectivesPrepare and manage Requests for Quotation (RFQs), analyze supplier responses, and support sourcing decisionsIdentify opportunities for cost improvement, lead‑time reduction, and quality enhancement across the supply baseEvaluate raw material, labor, and currency impacts on total cost of goodsCommunicate effectively with domestic and overseas suppliers to ensure alignment on specifications, timelines, and expectationsPartner cross‑functionally with product development, quality, supply chain, sales, and marketing teams throughout the product lifecycleAssist in supplier qualification and documentation, including development of supplier profiles and technical dataCoordinate sample requests, testing, approvals, and logistics between suppliers and internal stakeholdersSupport packaging, labeling, and artwork approvals to ensure production readiness and avoid reworkKey Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Purchasing, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experienceExperience in strategic sourcing, purchasing, or supplier management, preferably within consumer goods or manufacturing environmentsWorking knowledge of global sourcing practices, including overseas suppliers and international logisticsAbility to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and product documentationStrong analytical skills with the ability to assess cost drivers and recommend improvement opportunitiesEffective written and verbal communication skills with experience interfacing with internal teams and external suppliersAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring deadlines in a fast‑paced environmentProficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools, particularly ExcelWillingness to collaborate across time zones and communicate with overseas suppliers as neededBenefits:Medical, Dental and Vision2 Weeks PTO(negotiable) & Paid sick leave where applicable by state law401(k)HSA and FSALife and AD&DSTD and LTDNorton LifeLockEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:• The California Fair Chance Act• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance