The Strategic sourcing specialist will be responsible for managing the strategies to purchase materials, ensuring timely delivery of components, and maximizing efficiencies in the supplier base. They will manage the source, selection, negotiation, and purchase of materials and services and fully liaise with suppliers and all relevant stakeholders, maintain and develop supplier analysis and support appropriate metrics, KPI’s and reporting. The role will involve representing the supply chain function in relevant projects and within the wider business, facilitating all purchasing activities from RFQ’s to placement of orders, expediting and managing workload. The ideal candidate The Ideal candidate will have the following attributes: - · Team-player. · Excellent Communication skills. · Ability to work under pressure. · Work on own initiative. · Professional and approachable manner. · Positive, confident, and can-do attitude. · Flexible and adaptable to fast paced and agile environments. Key Accountabilities: · Supplier Management – Source and qualify suppliers, evaluate supplier capabilities utilizing appropriate tools and negotiate prices and terms for purchased goods and services. · Supply Chain Strategy – Develop and implement purchasing strategies to maximize value, Quality and minimize costs. · Collaboration – W...