Procurement Sourcing Manager

Woking, Surrey
Investigo

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an expanding manufacturer, who are part of a global business with offices all across Europe, China and the US.

This is a newly created role and will be managing a team of 3. An exciting opportunity to make the role your own and be part of a global business

They are looking for an experienced Procurement Sourcing Manager who has experience within the manufacturing industry, buying both raw materials and ready made parts. You will also ideally have some experience in buying packaging. Ideally some experience within HVAC, Chemicals, Pumps, Heating Systems or Filters

The annual spend is circa £30 million with suppliers in the UK, Asia Pacific and Europe.

• Manage the business’s suppliers
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers, ensuring that business gets a competitive price for its products.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring that they understand the businesses requirements and expectations.
• Monitor supplier performance and identify areas for improvement, working with suppliers to develop and implement corrective actions.
• Continuously seek out new suppliers and materials to ensure that the business has a diverse and reliable supply chain.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers.