Overview
Strategic Sourcing Manager (Full Time) – Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid), 60% of week in office. Salary + bonus and benefits.
Haven is part of the Bourne Leisure family with 9,000 team members and 39 locations. This is a brand-new role providing support and leadership across the business and key spend areas, requiring hands-on procurement experience and strong stakeholder engagement.
Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver strategic sourcing strategies aligned to business goals to maximize value from spend while maintaining service, innovation and quality.
* Collaborate with budget holders across the business to identify opportunities to create additional value.
* Work with stakeholders to determine business need/specification and develop appropriate sourcing strategies to maximize value.
* Develop and own Haven’s strategic sourcing plans and build an ongoing program of sourcing work across the business.
* Oversee the sourcing and contract process – including RFP, tendering, negotiations and contracting.
* Support the Head of Procurement Operations in ensuring high commercial standards across the Haven procurement platform.
Qualifications and Experience
* Broad sourcing knowledge, preferably in Hospitality and Hotel Management settings.
* Broad procurement and strategic sourcing experience.
* Comprehensive, proactive stakeholder management and engagement skills.
* Confident communication and presentation skills.
* Understanding of category management and how to promote the procurement strategy across the business.
* Deep experience in negotiation and supplier management, including complex commercial negotiations.
* Ability to derive clarity from ambiguity and competing priorities.
* Full driving licence; travel may be required.
What’s In It For You?
* Holiday allowance that rises with service, plus a Holiday Buy Scheme.
* Annual bonus.
* 20% discount on Haven and Warner Hotels holidays for you, family and friends.
* Access to the Bourne Leisure corporate box at the O2 Arena, London.
* Exclusive discounts with corporate partners.
* Exciting career pathways including Learning and Development opportunities such as Apprenticeships and Degrees.
* Enhanced family-friendly policies and pay (eligibility criteria applied).
About Us
We’re part of an award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven and Warner Hotels. We have 9,000 team members and 39 seaside locations, with our HQ in Hemel Hempstead.
Working Here
We prioritise openness and transparency, valuing every team member. Haven operates a hybrid model; 50% of your working week in the office, with occasional work at Park or external events.
Recruitment Process
The interview process will be up to 3 stages and may include a presentation or skills test, depending on the role. We’re able to provide reasonable adjustments or flexible arrangements on request during the process.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our values. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are ready to discuss any reasonable adjustments, including part-time or job-share opportunities. For assistance, contact resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
* Industries: Travel Arrangements, Hospitality, and Retail
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