Josh Stouder – Purchasing Manager

Tuesday, January 6th, 2026

Meet Josh Stouder, Purchasing Manager at Soltex, who has been with the company since July 2022. In his role, Josh oversees supplier relationships, collaborates cross-functionally to develop purchasing strategies, and ensures inventory levels strike the right balance, supporting timely order fulfillment without driving up excess stock. With over three years of service, he’s become a key part of the Supply Chain team, known for his strategic mindset and calm, steady leadership.

One of the most interesting and impactful projects Josh has led involved Soltex’s response to shifting tariff regulations. He played a big role in analyzing risk and building a sourcing strategy. This effort speaks to one of Josh’s biggest ongoing challenges: finding the balance between cost optimization and supply consistency. It’s a tough line to walk, but Josh manages it by staying close to suppliers and making decisions that support both the company’s bottom line and long-term stability.

Josh attributes his success to being reliable, thoughtful, and communicative. He values transparency and support in his interactions, and he’s quick to credit the strength of his team as a key reason those values translate into results. He measures success not only through metrics like on-time deliveries and inventory accuracy, but also in the strength of supplier relationships and internal collaboration.

Outside of work, Josh runs a small fine-jewelry business, balancing precision and creativity in a completely different kind of craft. That combination of practical problem-solving and an eye for detail shows up in his work at Soltex as well, where he continues to bring value, focus, and steady leadership to the Supply Chain team.

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