Sourcing Manager, WWGS Private Brands

Key job responsibilitiesOwn the end‑to‑end product lifecycle for assigned categories, working backwards from customer needs to develop a compelling product roadmap from concept through successful launchPartner with senior team members to develop compelling business cases and annual roadmaps based on market analysis and customer insightsCreate and maintain detailed product requirement documents, PRFAQs, and six‑pagers to articulate product vision and strategyBecome the subject matter expert on categories within the private labeling space, understand the supplier landscape, and optimize our portfolioDrive both new product creation and renovation of existing products to ensure the total portfolio is optimized to support business objectivesIdentify opportunities to fill the innovation pipeline through customer insights, market research, and cross‑functional collaborationPartner with Product Commercialization, R&D, Legal, and Quality Assurance to bring products to market efficiently while managing riskEstablish and track meaningful metrics to measure product performance and customer satisfactionBusiness Ownership & AnalyticsOwn the P&L for your product portfolio with guidance from senior team members, ensuring delivery of financial targets growth objectivesConduct weekly, monthly and quarterly business reviews with data‑driven insights and root‑cause analysisUnderstand the critical Ps of Product, Price, Placement, and Promotion working with partner teams to bring products to life effectively for our customersMake data‑informed decisions by leveraging both qualitative and quantitative customer insightsCollaborate with NA Category Merchant stakeholders across multiple teams (e.g., WFM Stores, Amazon.com, Amazon Fresh) on achieving financial plans and category objectivesSourcing ExcellenceLearn your category to become the subject matter expert, including industry knowledge and supplier landscapeDevelop and nurture strategic supplier partnerships to drive innovation and operational excellenceChampion Organics, Fair Trade, Animal Welfare, Sustainability and Quality Standards to advance the mission of Whole Foods MarketPartner with Global Purchasing Teams, Distribution, and Regions to ensure alignment to category strategyProduct Experience OptimizationDrive packaging innovation that enhances customer experience while supporting sustainability goalsInfluence product placement decisions through data‑driven insights and customer decision tree methodologyCollaborate with Pricing team to ensure products meet target price positions while maintaining margin requirementsBalance customer value proposition with profit targets to deliver on our Conscious Capitalism principlesCommunicate, represent, and uphold Whole Foods Market core values and leadership principlesDemonstrate bias for action, ownership mentality, and customer obsession in all activitiesA day in the lifeYour day might begin with analyzing market trends and customer feedback to identify new product opportunities. You'll collaborate with cross‑functional teams to advance various products through different development stages—from ingredient sourcing to packaging design. You'll participate in product tasting sessions, review production specifications, and work with suppliers to ensure quality standards. Regular meetings with stakeholders will keep projects on track, while you simultaneously monitor the performance of existing products and adjust strategies accordingly.About the teamWorldwide Grocery Stores (WWGS) is a global retail organization dedicated to revolutionizing the grocery shopping experience through enhanced efficiency, quality, and affordability. At its core, WWGS Private Brands (PB) serves as a crucial strategic division that develops, sources, and manages our Whole Foods Market (WFM) and Amazon‑branded proprietary food products across all geographic regions. Through integration of Whole Foods Market and Amazon‑branded products, Private Brands enables WWGS to deliver high‑quality, innovative products and brands while maintaining operational excellence across diverse global markets.Basic Qualifications1+ years of