Brand Sourcing Specialist

Job overview

The Brand Sourcing Specialist is an onsite role in Houston, TX. Compensation is not specified; the posting mentions competitive base compensation and a bonus opportunity. McLane Global supports food sales and distribution across domestic and international markets, along with logistics and transportation management. The role identifies and evaluates U.S. branded consumer products for international distribution and supports supplier sourcing, onboarding, and procurement. It helps ensure products meet company requirements for quality, pricing, and compliance while providing organized supplier follow-up and product recommendations.

What you'll do

• Research U.S. branded food, beverage, and consumer-packaged goods for international distribution
• monitor brands, market trends, and product opportunities
• evaluate suppliers for quality, reliability, and commercial suitability
• collect supplier onboarding and compliance documents
• assist with negotiations on pricing, payment terms, minimum order quantities, and lead times
• maintain sourcing records and supplier logs
• analyze market trends, consumer demand, and competitor assortments
• prepare data- and cost-based product recommendations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

brand sourcing specialist

houston tx

mclane global

supplier research

procurement

food and beverage

consumer packaged goods

international distribution

supplier onboarding

pricing analysis

market trends

bonus opportunity

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on the first day
• 401(k) with employer match
• paid holidays
• paid vacation, personal, and sick days effective on the first day
• bonus opportunity.

Why this role

The role focuses on sourcing U.S. branded consumer products for international distribution; the posting requires an associate degree and lists a bachelor’s degree as preferred.

About the employer

McLane Global is hiring for this role. Industry: Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers. Sector: 42.