Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Global Manufacturing
A newly created opportunity within a global manufacturing business in Suffolk. This role is part of a global procurement team with high visibility and influence, taking ownership of key projects across assigned commodity groups and supporting broader procurement and supply chain strategy initiatives. The position offers significant growth and career development opportunities, with flexibility to tailor the role to the candidate's profile, considering a broad salary range and cultural fit.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage end-to-end procurement activities across EMEA for designated spend categories.
2. Conduct market research to identify industry and market trends, sharing best practices across the organization.
3. Build strong supplier partnerships and drive added value initiatives.
4. Lead complex, high-value negotiations.
5. Engage stakeholders and foster collaboration across functions and multiple sites.
6. Negotiate contracts aligned with company strategies on cost savings and risk mitigation.
7. Promote a culture of continuous improvement in strategic sourcing.
Candidate Profile:
Seeking a highly organized, self-motivated professional with excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. Strong problem-solving abilities and a commercial mindset are essential. Experience in manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, or engineering sectors is preferred, with a solid background in applying procurement best practices across diverse spend areas. The role requires presence in the office 2-3 days per week and is viewed as critical for succession planning within an empowering and supportive culture.
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