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As of Jul 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for responsible sourcing in the United States is $33.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.52 and $39.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Responsible Sourcing, and why are they important?

To excel in Responsible Sourcing, you need a solid understanding of supply chain management, sustainability principles, and relevant regulatory standards, often supported by a degree in business, supply chain, or environmental studies. Familiarity with supplier management software, sustainability reporting tools, and certifications like ISO 20400 or SA8000 is typically required. Strong negotiation, ethical judgment, and stakeholder engagement skills help you navigate complex supplier relationships and drive positive change. These competencies are essential for ensuring ethical sourcing, mitigating risks, and enhancing a company’s social and environmental impact.

How does a Responsible Sourcing professional typically collaborate with suppliers to ensure compliance with sustainability standards?

Responsible Sourcing professionals work closely with suppliers to communicate company sustainability expectations, conduct regular assessments or audits, and provide guidance on corrective actions when necessary. This often involves building strong partnerships, offering training or resources, and maintaining open lines of communication to help suppliers understand and meet ethical, environmental, and social standards. Collaboration is ongoing, as Responsible Sourcing professionals also monitor progress and assist suppliers in implementing improvements, fostering a culture of continuous enhancement throughout the supply chain.

What is the difference between Responsible Sourcing vs Procurement Specialist?

AspectResponsible SourcingProcurement Specialist
CredentialsOften requires knowledge of sustainability standards, ethical sourcing certificationsTypically holds purchasing or supply chain certifications
Work EnvironmentFocuses on supplier evaluation, sustainability audits, and ethical complianceHandles purchasing, vendor negotiations, and order processing
Industry UsageCommon in industries emphasizing sustainability and ethical supply chainsWidely used across various industries for procurement activities

Responsible Sourcing and Procurement Specialist roles overlap in supply chain management but differ in focus. Responsible Sourcing emphasizes ethical, sustainable supplier selection, while Procurement Specialists concentrate on purchasing efficiency and cost management. Both roles are vital for modern supply chains but serve distinct functions.

What is responsible sourcing?

Responsible sourcing is a business approach that ensures the products and materials a company purchases are obtained in an ethical, sustainable, and socially responsible manner. This means considering the environmental impact, labor practices, and overall integrity of the supply chain. Organizations practicing responsible sourcing often require suppliers to adhere to specific standards and may conduct audits to verify compliance. The goal is to minimize negative impacts on people and the planet while promoting transparency and accountability throughout the supply chain.
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Manager, Responsible Sourcing

Manager, Responsible Sourcing

Brooks Running

Seattle, WA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Who We Are:

At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. That's why we're driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive - whether it's a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line. 

Everyone who works at Brooks is propelled by a company culture that sparks excitement, fuels collaboration, inspires creativity, and ignites innovation.

Our brand values help bond us together and drive our success:  

  • Runner First 
    • We act in the best interest of the runner
  • Word is Bond 
    • We do what we say we'll do 
  • Champion Heart  
    • We give our all in everything we do  
  • There is no "I" in Run 
    • We stay generous with our humanity 
  • Keep Moving 
    • We find ways to move every day, because joy is kinetic!

We welcome everyone from every walk of life looking to inspire others through the power of movement - because we're all moving towards something. Let's run there.   


Your Job:

As the Manager, Responsible Sourcing at Brooks, you will lead and advance Brooks' global approach to responsible manufacturing across finished goods and materials. You will oversee programs in social compliance, remediation, worker voice, training, fair compensation, responsible purchasing practices, and supply chain traceability. You will work cross-functionally with Sourcing, Legal, Sustainability, and Trade Compliance, as well as directly with manufacturing partners. You will help protect the human rights of workers in Brooks' supply chain and ensure factory partners meet the Brooks Supplier Code of Conduct and applicable regulatory requirements while continuously improving performance. You will bring strong program leadership, effective supplier engagement, and the ability to translate standards and expectations into practical implementation across a global supplier base.

Your Responsibilities:
  • Own and lead execution and continuous improvement of responsible sourcing programs, processes, and systems, including social compliance, remediation, worker voice, training, fair compensation, responsible purchasing practices, and supply chain traceability.
  • Partner with the Director, Corporate Responsibility to shape and evolve the responsible sourcing strategy and contribute to strategic planning by defining long-term priorities, initiatives, and roadmaps.
  • Manage the successful execution of the responsible sourcing program by setting priorities, assigning responsibilities, translating organizational direction into actionable team goals and metrics, and holding team accountable for results.
  • Lead, coach, mentor, and manage the Responsible Sourcing team, including performance management and career development, while building team capability and supporting an inclusive environment.
  • Lead cross-functional engagement with leaders in Sourcing, Legal, and Trade Compliance to inform decisions, align priorities, and integrate responsible sourcing consideration into business strategies.
  • Monitor emerging risks, regulatory developments, and stakeholder expectations; develop recommendations to strengthen the responsible sourcing program and ensure ongoing compliance and leadership in best practices.
  • Translate data, assessments, and program insights into actionable recommendations, including strategy updates, new initiatives, supplier capacity-building opportunities, and assessment of tools and resource gaps.
  • Lead the responsible purchasing practices program, including annual survey deployment, analysis of results, and collaboration with factory partners and internal teams to drive improvement.
  • Lead engagement with suppliers to address audit findings, corrective action plans, and incident investigations.
  • Partner with sourcing teams to provide visibility into supplier performance, address issues, and embed responsible sourcing considerations into sourcing decisions.
  • Oversee the supply chain traceability program, ensuring alignment with defined objectives, driving execution across internal teams and factory partners, and maintaining accountability for program performance and continuous improvement.
  • Define annual budget requirements for the Responsible Sourcing strategy and partner with Director, Corporate Responsibility to monitor and manage the budget throughout the year.
  • Maintain the Brooks Supplier Code of Conduct and Responsible Sourcing Standards ensuring alignment with international and local labor standards and industry best practices.
  • Own the responsible sourcing program manual and ensure it clearly reflects Brooks' approach, processes, and requirements, while driving consistency, standardization, and documentation across programs.
  • Design and deliver training programs for suppliers and internal teams to strengthen responsible sourcing knowledge and execution, including key topics such as forced labor prevention.
  • Develop and implement a civil society organization engagement strategy, building effective partnerships that advance program goals and strengthen stakeholder collaboration.
  • Lead external communications related to responsible sourcing program, including contributions to the annual Corporate Responsibility report, global website content, and responses to request from retailers, associations, and other stakeholders.
  • Report program progress, key risks, and recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Manage relationships with third-party auditors and external industry groups, including the Fair Labor Association, American Apparel and Footwear (AAFA), and Cascale.
  • Lead Brooks' participation in relevant industry forums, including AAFA Social Responsibility Committee and Forced Labor Working Group.
  • Develop and implement promotional and marketing vendor compliance program, ensuring alignment with Brooks' Responsible Sourcing standards and Supplier Code of Conduct.
  • Support the wider Corporate Responsibility team as needed.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Social Responsibility, International Relations, Environmental Sciences, Sustainability, or related field; equivalent combination of education and years of experience can be considered in lieu of degree(s); Master's degree preferred but not required
  • 7+ years of experience in responsible supply chain or related role, preferably within the footwear and apparel industry
  • 3+ years of management and/or leadership experience preferred
  • Excellent understanding of social and environmental global supply chain issues
  • Experience and knowledge in the Higg Index suite of tools and the Fair Labor Association preferred
  • Demonstrated experience leading programs and influencing cross-functional stakeholders
  • Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans and translate strategy into action
  • Experience managing budgets and program performance metrics
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills
  • Strong analytical skills and experience in collecting and evaluating complex data with the ability to translate into meaningful insights that can be clearly articulated to stakeholders
  • Self-motivated with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Travel 10% domestically/internationally
  • Embraces and lives the Brooks values!

Compensation:

The pay range for this position, based out of the Brooks Seattle HQ, is $117,244 - $175,918 per year. Base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 

Other:

Brooks is proud to offer a robust benefits package to our employees and their families!

Benefits - Including medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, HSA and employer contribution, FSA, family & fertility assistance, 401K Savings Plan and match, employee assistance program, and transportation assistance.

Paid Time Off - Brooks offers generous time off, including five weeks of paid time off, eleven paid holidays, and paid sick and parental leave.

Bonus - In addition to base pay, Brooks employees may also be offered an annual bonus based on company performance.

Perks - Including product discounts, employee recognition, fitness discounts, volunteer and donation benefits. 

Location - You will spend 4 days per week in our Seattle offices, as we believe our organization flourishes when connections, collaboration, creativity, problem-solving, and celebrations happen in person.


At Brooks, we celebrate diversity & equity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills to apply. Brooks is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, two-spirit identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, the presence of a physical, mental, or sensory disability, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), caste, citizenship or immigration status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, actual or perceived victims of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault or stalking, HIV or Hepatitis C infection, political ideology, use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability, or on any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, or any other non-merit based factors.

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