OLAPLEX, Inc. (Nasdaq: OLPX) is an innovative, science-enabled, technology-driven beauty company. We are founded on the principle of delivering effective, patent-protected and proven performance in the categories where we compete. We strive to empower our consumers to look as beautiful on the outside as they feel on the inside. We believe every person deserves to have healthy, beautiful hair, whether they are visiting a salon or caring for their hair at home.

OLAPLEX has been able to achieve phenomenal growth and we continuously seek exceptionally talented individuals who can support our innovation and creativity. Collaboration and flexibility are at the core of our commitment to each other and to the success of OLAPLEX.

About the Role: 

The Associate Sourcing Manager is responsible for the strategic sourcing initiatives on various categories including primary packaging, secondary packaging, and indirect. This role is responsible for managing sourcing initiatives to identify best in class suppliers, provide competitive pricing and implement effective sourcing strategies for assigned commodities. This role will ensure that the supply base is capable of supporting business growth while delivering on service, quality and cost objectives.

• Execute RFPs and RFIs to continually improve the supplier network strength while reducing costs
• Complete Scorecard process for all vendor awards
• Assist in new vendor onboardings
• Partner with Sourcing Manager to negotiate and execute vendor contracts
• Communicate with NPD Ops Manager to meet deadlines and execute NPD Sourcing for packaging
• Contribute towards enterprise wide fuel for growth initiatives
• Follow strategic sourcing policy
• Investigate alternate sources of supply to major product categories; assess supplier capacities and skill sets
• Understand ongoing market insight and knowledge on current on all changes associated with the selected commodities, vendors/suppliers, market conditions, and pricing domestically and internationally
• Partner with Sourcing Manager to evaluate + address supply constraints to meet needs of regional or global markets
• Comply with all GMP, regulatory and ISO guidelines including company policies and departmental procedures
• Prepare cost analysis for review with Sourcing Manager

About You:  

• At least 4-5 years of related sourcing experience
• Skilled negotiator
• Experience working with ERP solutions
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to problem-solve and work effectively under pressure

We'd love to have you apply, even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement. What's most important to us is finding authentic and accountable people who feel connected to our mission and values, not just candidates who check off all the boxes. We are looking for someone who will bring all their expertise, learn, and grow with us.

Our Total Rewards: 

The annual base pay for this position is $70,000 - $80,000 with eligibility for an annual bonus. The actual base pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, years of relevant experience, skill level, functional expertise, certificates or other professional licenses held and geographic location.

• Competitive compensation 
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and flexible work schedules
• Wellness: Company Contribution to Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Employees and their Families, Company Paid Employee Life Insurance, Optional additional Life Insurance, and Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage Options 
• Parental Leave: Up to 18 weeks for all new birthing-parents and up to 10 weeks for all non-birthing new parents 
• Financial Well-being: Roth and 401k plans: 100% match up to the first 4% and is immediately vested
• Professional Development Reimbursement Program: Career development is as important to us as we know it is to you! 
• Culture: Our team has an “attitude of gratitude” and a shared passion for our brand. Join our culture committee and/or DE&I champion team to play a role in building and sustaining our “secret sauce" 
• Products: Twenty (20) free products per year, plus a friends and family discount 

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

Our mission is to create a culture that celebrates our bonds by embracing, elevating, and empowering individuals from all backgrounds.

OLAPLEX is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.