Manager, Sourcing

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About the Company e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. stands with every eye, lip, face and paw. Our deep commitment to clean, cruelty free beauty at an incredible value has fueled the success of our flagship brand e.

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About the Company

e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. stands with every eye, lip, face and paw. Our deep commitment to clean, cruelty free beauty at an incredible value has fueled the success of our flagship brand e.l.f. Cosmetics since 2004 and driven our portfolio expansion. Today, our multi-brand portfolio includes e.l.f. Cosmetics, e.l.f. SKIN, pioneering clean beauty brand Well People, Keys Soulcare, a groundbreaking lifestyle beauty brand created with Alicia Keys, Naturium, high-performance, biocompatible, clinically-effective and accessible skin care, and our newest brand, rhode, a line of curated skincare essentials, formulated for a variety of skin types and needs with high performance ingredients, it’s a daily routine that nourishes your skin barrier over time.

In our Fiscal year 25, we had net sales of $1 Billion and our business performance has been nothing short of extraordinary with 28 consecutive quarters of net sales growth. We are the #2 mass cosmetics brand in the US and are the fastest growing mass cosmetics brand among the top 5. Our total compensation philosophy offers every full-time new hire competitive pay and benefits, bonus eligibility (200% of target over the last six fiscal years), equity, flexible time off, year-round half-day Fridays, and a hybrid 3 day in office, 2 day at home work environment. We believe the combination of our unique culture, total compensation, workplace flexibility and care for the team is unmatched across not just beauty but any industry.

Visit our Career Page to learn more about our team: https://www.elfbeauty.com/work-with-us

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Sourcing Manager to join our dynamic, fast-paced team.

As Sourcing Manager, you will support new product launches, post-development optimization, and supplier execution across e.l.f. beauty’s multi-brand portfolio. This role focuses on executing sourcing strategies, managing day-to-day supplier relationships, and partnering cross-functionally to drive cost optimization, mitigate risk, and support innovation.

Success in this role requires strong execution, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to challenge existing processes while operating within established sourcing frameworks.

Sourcing & Execution

Execute sourcing strategies across packaging, finished goods, and select new categories in alignment with broader business objectives.

Support new product launches for Naturium by coordinating supplier readiness, timelines, and deliverables.

Partner with cross-functional teams to support post-development optimization initiatives.

Supplier Relationship Management

Manage ongoing relationships with assigned suppliers, serving as a primary point of contact for day-to-day operational needs.

Support supplier negotiations by preparing cost analyses, benchmarks, and recommendations.

Assist in managing contractual terms related to pricing, capacity, and supply continuity, escalating issues as needed.

Innovation & Collaboration

Partner with Asia Sourcing, R&D, Product Development, and Marketing to execute internally vs. externally led development pathways.

Support supplier-led innovation by tracking capabilities, samples, and development timelines.

Coordinate supplier participation in development and commercialization activities.

Global Alignment

Support alignment across brands by executing sourcing processes consistently while accommodating brand-specific needs.

Contribute to maintaining a diverse supplier base to support category and brand requirements.

Develop and execute sourcing strategies across packaging, finished goods, and new categories as we grow.

Build, negotiate, and manage a diversified, resilient global supplier network.

Identify and unlock cost-savings opportunities without compromising quality, speed, or brand experience.

Partner closely with Product Development, R&D, Regulatory, Quality, Marketing, and Operations to align supplier capabilities with innovation pipelines.

While focused on Naturium, create a structure that works across brands, and still allows for flexibility and creativity where appropriate

Lead risk assessment and mitigation plans for supply continuity and geopolitical exposure.

Drive contract strategy, including MSAs, pricing agreements, and long-term partnerships.

Influence enterprise planning by bringing visibility into market trends, commodity pricing, and supplier innovation.

BA or BS required

4-6+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Supplier Management, or Procurement, with 3-5+ years in sourcing is required, ideally within the beauty industry

Rich experience working with contract manufacturers and packaging suppliers, with a focus on partnership and relationship building

High degree of financial and analytical aptitude a must, with a strong attention to detail

Excellent influence and negotiating skills

Able to work in fast-paced environments and prioritize competing demands

Results-oriented mindset with a focus on cross-functional problem solving

Must be team-oriented, responsive, comfortable collaborating and decision making across internal and external teams globally

Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to handle various situations, multiple priorities, changing business needs

Must have a mindset towards continuous improvement across new product development processes and supplier management