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About the Company
e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. stands with every eye, lip, face, paw and fin. 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, Well People - clean beauty powered by plants, Naturium - high-performance, biocompatible, clinically-effective and accessible skin care, and our newest brand, rhode skin - developed by Hailey Rhode Bieber, 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 26, we had net sales of $1.6 Billion and our business performance has been nothing short of extraordinary with 30 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 seven 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
At rhode, every product is intentionally developed - from formulation to packaging - held to an uncompromising standard of quality, performance, and execution.
As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced Sourcing Manager to help bring our products to life through strong supplier partnerships, disciplined execution, and a deep understanding of what it takes to scale a modern beauty brand.
In this role, you'll support new product launches, post-development optimization, and supplier execution across rhode's portfolio, while operating within the broader e.l.f. Beauty sourcing framework. You'll be hands-on in day-to-day supplier management, deeply cross-functional, and instrumental in ensuring our sourcing decisions support innovation, speed, and brand integrity.
What You'll Do
Sourcing & Execution:
• Execute sourcing strategies across packaging, finished goods, in alignment with broader business objectives.
• Support new product launches for rhode by coordinating supplier readiness, timelines, and deliverables.
• Partner cross-functionally 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 R&D, Product Development, and Marketing to support internally and 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:
• Contribute to maintaining a diverse supplier base that supports category growth and brand requirements.
What You'll Own

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies across packaging, finished goods, and new categories as we grow.
• Build, negotiate, and manage a diversified, global supplier network focused on quality, reliability, and partnership.
• 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 primarily focused on rhode, help create sourcing infrastructure that can scale across brands, while preserving flexibility and creativity.
• Lead risk assessment and mitigation planning related to 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.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Demand, Supply Chain, Operations, or other related field
• 4+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Supplier Management, or Procurement
• 2+ years of experience in sourcing required, ideally within the beauty industry
• Experience working with contract manufacturers and packaging suppliers, with a focus on partnership and relationship building
• Strong financial and analytical aptitude, with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent negotiation, influence, and stakeholder management skills
• Highly adaptable in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and evolving business needs
• A continuous improvement mindset, particularly across new product development processes and supplier management.

Other Details for Consideration

• Reporting to Sr. Director, Commercialization
• Location of position: Los Angeles, CA
• Hybrid schedule: Must be willing to work 3 days a week in office
• Compensation: $90-110K

$90,000 - $110,000 a year
The base salary range for this role is listed above.
Total compensation includes base salary, annual company-based performance bonus, and equity. Under e.l.f.'s annual bonus program, employees are eligible to earn up to 200% of their target bonus when company performance exceeds defined goals. In addition, e.l.f. provides a variety of other benefits to employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement savings plan, gender neutral parental leave, and unlimited paid time off. The amount of total compensation (including base salary) offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including geographic location, experience, specific skills, and qualifications.
Compensation components are subject to change at the company's discretion
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. It also reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified, and shall not be considered, as detailed description of all the work required inherent in the job. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and it is subject to changes and exceptions at the supervisors' discretion.
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