Sourcing Jobs in Massachusetts
Sourcing jobs in Massachusetts are concentrated in the state's deep manufacturing, life sciences, and defense contracting sectors, with openings at every level from junior sourcing coordinator to senior commodity manager. Boston, Waltham, and Worcester anchor most of the hiring activity, where established employers like Raytheon Technologies, Boston Scientific, and Thermo Fisher Scientific maintain large procurement and supply chain teams. The most in-demand specialties are direct materials sourcing, strategic procurement, and supplier development for med-tech and aerospace components. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Strategic Sourcing Manager, Retail owns the sourcing and reformulation of new, retail-specific products for ButcherBox's growing Fresh retail business. This role works primarily with ButcherBox's existing DTC supplier base to convert frozen SKUs to fresh and resize pack formats for the retail shelf, spanning all protein sourcing categories, including beef, poultry, seafood, pork, prepared and specialty. It is the single cross-category point of coordination for retail launches, partnering closely with category sourcing managers on supplier fit, Supply Planning & Product Implementation on launch execution, and Commercial on buyer requirements and retail forecast.
Reports To: Senior Director of Sourcing & Sustainability
Compensation: $112,00-125,000 + annual bonus
Travel: 20%
Key Responsibilities
- Source and develop new retail-specific products with ButcherBox's existing suppliers — primarily converting frozen DTC SKUs to fresh and resizing pack counts to meet each retailer's assortment requirements; identify and qualify a new supplier only where an existing one can't support a needed format
- Negotiate cost, specs, and terms for new retail-specific items with existing suppliers, in coordination with the relevant category sourcing manager
- Translate each new retailer's required assortment into concrete sourcing actions and timelines, supporting onboarding from a sourcing standpoint
- Partner cross-functionally: with category sourcing managers on supplier relationship fit and pricing; with Supply Planning & Product Implementation on launch logistics, scorecards, and tracking mechanics; with Commercial on buyer requirements and translating retailer needs into sourcing and product specsSuccess Metrics
- New retail item sourcing on time against each retailer's launch date
- New retail item cost vs. target
- Retail launches on time, channel-wide
- Spec and ingredient compliance for new retail items
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supplier/vendor management within food, CPG, or retail/foodservice
- Experience sourcing or developing products across fresh and frozen formats strongly preferred
- Track record managing multiple concurrent supplier negotiations and product launches
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills — this role sits at the intersection of sourcing, supply planning, and commercial
- Project management skills to track and drive a multi-category launch calendar
- Comfortable operating with ambiguity in a fast-scaling, founder-led environment
- Health: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, an employer-funded HSA, and short & long-term disability benefits
- Financial: 401(k) with generous employer match
- Annual bonus based on company performance
- Time off: unlimited paid time off policy, 20 weeks parental leave, an executive team that encourages a good work/life balance
- Personal growth: Annual Learning & Development stipend, and access to a range of personal and professional coaching solutions through BetterUp
- Food: a free Custom Classic ButcherBox each month and weekly lunch reimbursement
- Other: reimbursement for wellness activities, an exceptional EAP, fertility benefits, life insurance and more
About the Job
The Strategic Sourcing Manager, Retail owns the sourcing and reformulation of new, retail-specific products for ButcherBox's growing Fresh retail business. This role works primarily with ButcherBox's existing DTC supplier base to convert frozen SKUs to fresh and resize pack formats for the retail shelf, spanning all protein sourcing categories, including beef, poultry, seafood, pork, prepared and specialty. It is the single cross-category point of coordination for retail launches, partnering closely with category sourcing managers on supplier fit, Supply Planning & Product Implementation on launch execution, and Commercial on buyer requirements and retail forecast.
Reports To: Senior Director of Sourcing & Sustainability
Compensation: $112,00-125,000 + annual bonus
Travel: 20%
Key Responsibilities
- Source and develop new retail-specific products with ButcherBox's existing suppliers — primarily converting frozen DTC SKUs to fresh and resizing pack counts to meet each retailer's assortment requirements; identify and qualify a new supplier only where an existing one can't support a needed format
- Negotiate cost, specs, and terms for new retail-specific items with existing suppliers, in coordination with the relevant category sourcing manager
- Translate each new retailer's required assortment into concrete sourcing actions and timelines, supporting onboarding from a sourcing standpoint
- Partner cross-functionally: with category sourcing managers on supplier relationship fit and pricing; with Supply Planning & Product Implementation on launch logistics, scorecards, and tracking mechanics; with Commercial on buyer requirements and translating retailer needs into sourcing and product specsSuccess Metrics
- New retail item sourcing on time against each retailer's launch date
- New retail item cost vs. target
- Retail launches on time, channel-wide
- Spec and ingredient compliance for new retail items
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supplier/vendor management within food, CPG, or retail/foodservice
- Experience sourcing or developing products across fresh and frozen formats strongly preferred
- Track record managing multiple concurrent supplier negotiations and product launches
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills — this role sits at the intersection of sourcing, supply planning, and commercial
- Project management skills to track and drive a multi-category launch calendar
- Comfortable operating with ambiguity in a fast-scaling, founder-led environment
- Health: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, an employer-funded HSA, and short & long-term disability benefits
- Financial: 401(k) with generous employer match
- Annual bonus based on company performance
- Time off: unlimited paid time off policy, 20 weeks parental leave, an executive team that encourages a good work/life balance
- Personal growth: Annual Learning & Development stipend, and access to a range of personal and professional coaching solutions through BetterUp
- Food: a free Custom Classic ButcherBox each month and weekly lunch reimbursement
- Other: reimbursement for wellness activities, an exceptional EAP, fertility benefits, life insurance and more
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Sourcing Job Market in Massachusetts
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
- Technology & Software
- Renewable Energy
- Electronics & Hardware
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sourcing jobs across Massachusetts.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle for purchase order management
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships
- Familiarity with defense or life sciences procurement regulations and compliance standards
- Strong analytical skills for spend analysis, cost modeling, and supplier scorecards
- CPSM, CSCP, or similar supply chain certification preferred by many Massachusetts employers
Sourcing Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a sourcing in Massachusetts?
Most sourcing roles in Massachusetts require a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related discipline. Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license for procurement or sourcing work, so entry depends on education and demonstrated skills. Earning a Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) credential through the Institute for Supply Management significantly strengthens candidacy with the state's large manufacturing, life sciences, and defense employers.
Which companies hire sourcings in Massachusetts?
Companies currently hiring sourcings in Massachusetts include Anduril, Amazon, and Bose, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of defense contractors, med-tech manufacturers, and biopharma companies means sourcing demand here tends to be driven by complex, regulated supply chains rather than retail or consumer goods procurement.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most sourcing jobs?
The cities with the most sourcing openings in Massachusetts are Boston, Waltham, and Framingham. Boston's role as a biopharma and technology hub drives a large share of strategic and indirect sourcing demand, while Waltham and Worcester host major defense contractors and medical device manufacturers whose direct materials teams consistently generate sourcing openings.
Are there remote sourcing jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, and more than many supply chain roles, because strategic sourcing and indirect procurement work is largely desk-based and conducted through digital systems. About 71% of sourcing openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how widely employers here have adopted flexible arrangements. Supplier development and direct materials roles, which require on-site supplier audits, remain the most likely to require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a sourcing in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a procurement coordinator or purchasing assistant role, which large Massachusetts employers in life sciences and defense regularly post as junior positions requiring only a bachelor's degree. Companies like Raytheon and Thermo Fisher run rotational supply chain programs open to recent graduates. A CPSM candidate designation, an internship with a Massachusetts manufacturer, or a lateral move from roles in operations, inventory control, or contract administration all serve as credible entry points.
Where can I find and apply to sourcing jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to sourcing jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state's manufacturing, life sciences, defense, and technology sectors. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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