Job Title: Global Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager – Capital Investment Location: Slough (Hybrid working - 2-3 days per week in the office) Contract Length: 3-6 months (potential for extension) Global Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager – Capital Investment: Drive Innovation & Influence Join Randstad Sourceright and step into a pivotal role as a Global Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager for a globally recognized leader in the snacking industry. This is your chance to directly impact over $400M in annual spend by developing and implementing cutting-edge capital sub-category buying strategies. Leverage your expertise in supplier relationships, standardization, and automation to optimize operations and drive innovation. You'll be at the forefront of global initiatives, working with key stakeholders and cross-functional teams to shape the future of a snacking process equipment and related services. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to make a tangible difference in a dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced environment. If you're ready to take ownership, lead strategic negotiations, and propel innovation on a global scale, this is your next career-defining move. Responsibilities Business Partnering * Partner with engineering and regional Procurement teams to develop and execute global sourcing strategies * Participate in the Global Category Team and maintain relationships with operational buying managers Category Strategy & Analytical Mindset * Provide market and financial insights, import best practices, and ensure knowledge management * Engage with global engineering technology leads to develop and execute strategies and standardization protocols Negotiation & Contracting * Develop, negotiate, and implement regional/global contracts and Service Level Agreements * Optimize the supplier base according to category management strategies Sourcing, Supplier Roster, Supplier Selection * Drive the utilization of sourcing technologies, including e-sourcing and e-auction * Ensure compliance with Responsible Sourcing and client’s standards Supplier Relationship Management * Lead relationships with global suppliers to drive performance management, continuous quality, and cost improvement * Develop supplier-enabled innovation What We're Looking For * Minimum of 10 years of global strategic sourcing and purchasing experience, preferably in capital investment or related supply services * Engineering and Supply experience a plus * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Procurement / business management * Proven track record in large-scale negotiations and contract management at a global level We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. While the hiring process may not be expedited, we urge all interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to ensure their consideration. If this isn’t the role you’re looking for right now, please visit our contractor portal where you will see all of our live roles and communities to join