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Indirect Sourcing Manager
Location: Cambridgeshire
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Keywords: Procurement, indirect spend, sourcing strategy, supplier development, ERP (SAP/JDE), cost optimisation, sustainability, diversity & inclusion
Join a global leader in sustainable metal packaging as an Indirect Sourcing Manager, supporting procurement across the UK and EMEA. This is a high-impact role offering career growth, strategic responsibility, and the chance to drive meaningful change in a values-led organisation.
The Role
You'll manage a wide range of indirect spend categories-including packaging, consumables, logistics, warehousing, and services-while building strong supplier networks and collaborating with plant buyers across multiple sites. This position is part of a centralised procurement team that supports continuous improvement, cost efficiencies, and ethical sourcing practices.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead sourcing activities across the UK and EMEA for indirect categories
* Negotiate contracts and onboard suppliers, ensuring cost targets and compliance
* Use SAP and JDE to manage procurement processes and reporting
* Support plant buyers with tools, training, and best practices
* Monitor market trends and supplier performance to inform strategic decisions
* Contribute to divisional category management and continuous improvement initiatives
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, operations, logistics)
* Promote sustainability, DEI, and ethical procurement standards
What You Bring
* 5+ years' experience in indirect sourcing, ideally in manufacturing or industrial sectors
* Strong knowledge of ERP systems (preferably SAP or JDE)
* Degree in engineering, supply chain, or a related field
* Excellent negotiation, analytical, and relationship-building skills
* A collaborative mindset and the ability to influence across functions and regions
* CIPS certification is a plus, but not essential
Why This Company?
* A global, multicultural organisation known for innovation and sustainability
* A strong focus on inclusion, equity, and psychological safety at work
* Real opportunities for professional growth and internal mobility
* Clear commitment to employee wellbeing and development
* An open, collaborative environment where your ideas are valued
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Contract
Job function
* Job function
Supply Chain
* Industries
Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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