Your new company

A leading international organisation to appoint a Sourcing Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional looking to take ownership of global supplier relationships, strategic sourcing projects and commercial negotiations within a fast-paced, international environment.

Working closely with Sales, Operations and Commercial teams, you will be responsible for sourcing new suppliers, managing established vendor partnerships and ensuring the delivery of high-quality products through a resilient and cost-effective supply chain.

Your new role

• Manage and develop strategic supplier relationships across Europe and Asia.
• Lead contract negotiations, pricing reviews and supplier agreements.
• Source and evaluate new manufacturing and supply partners.
• Support RFQs, tenders and new business opportunities.
• Monitor supplier performance against quality, cost and delivery KPIs.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and supply chain improvements.
• Mitigate supply chain risks and ensure continuity of supply.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to support commercial objectives and customer requirements.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing or Supplier Management.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Experience managing international suppliers and manufacturing environments.
• Commercially astute with excellent stakeholder management capabilities.
• Knowledge of import/export processes and global supply chains is advantageous.
• CIPS qualification, or working towards, would be desirable.
• Able to travel internationally on occasion.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary and bonus.
• Private healthcare.
• Enhanced pension scheme.
• Electric vehicle scheme.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Ongoing professional development.
• Exposure to global suppliers and international stakeholders.
• Opportunity to make areal impact within a growing business.

What you need to do now

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