Job Requisition ID: 66203
Department: Manuf. & Operations (DEPT_MFGOP)
At Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), we are taking fueling and convenience retail to the next level. We are passionate about cultivating excellence in everything we do, and our people are at the heart of our company. As an employee, you’ll work on new and innovative products and solutions, be mentored by managers and teammates who are collaborative, caring, and act with integrity, and have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you. Unique and interesting projects – both locally and globally – will challenge you and allow you to pursue different and rewarding career paths.
Job Description
As Senior Sourcing Specialist, you will play a crucial role in managing Dover’s supply chain operations. Your primary responsibility is to identify, evaluate, and engage suppliers to ensure the highest quality and cost efficiency of materials and services, while assessing and mitigating risks and identifying new opportunities for improvement and innovation. You will be accountable for managing supplier relationships, cost reduction, and supply strategy to ensure effective and strategic sourcing of a commodity portfolio. This varied and hands‑on role requires energy, flexibility, and an entrepreneurial approach to delivering a world‑class supply chain to support DFS operations. Tasks or issues on an ad‑hoc basis may be required upon request.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives to meet the company’s procurement goals.
* Identify and evaluate potential suppliers through market research, RFQs and RFPs.
* Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve optimal pricing, delivery lead time, and quality.
* Monitor and manage supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and company standards.
* Assess and mitigate risks associated with the supply chain, including regular analysis of supplier performance and proactive engagement to improve performance based on KPIs.
* Identify and capitalize on opportunities for cost savings, quality improvement, and innovation within the supply chain.
* Collaborate with internal departments, including materials, production, engineering, supplier quality assurance, finance, etc., to ensure optimised supply chain operations.
* Serve as the escalation point for remediation of major supply chain issues impacting business operations within the commodity portfolio.
* Maintain accurate records of sourcing activities, contracts, and supplier performance metrics.
* Stay updated with industry trends, market conditions, and best practices in procurement.
* Manage supplier relationships and resolve any issues or disputes that may arise.
Candidate Experience and Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
* 3+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
* Familiar with commodity strategy development and execution processes, supply contracting principles and tendering processes.
* Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
* Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities, experience in risk assessment and management.
* Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
* Familiarity with Oracle ERP systems an advantage.
* Level 4 or 5 or CIPS qualification an advantage.
Essential Qualities
* Detail and process orientation – achieves high quality and productivity standards by adhering to standard work.
* Familiar with technical product specifications and the ability to identify sources of supply capable of providing them.
* Ability to use data to support excellent decision making through analysis.
* Self‑directed time management skills with the ability to prioritise.
* Demonstrates full accountability and ownership for all aspects of assigned areas of responsibility.
* Persistence and curiosity in problem solving.
* Comfortable in presenting information in a variety of formats to business stakeholders – leading and influencing while delivering projects.
Requirements
Right to Work in the UK. (We are unable to offer Visa sponsorship)
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.
Location
This position may be located in: EMEA : United Kingdom : Dundee
Job Function
Supply Chain & Procurement
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