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Strategic Sourcing Manager

Strategic Sourcing Manager

Pertemps Birmingham Commercial

Posted 21 hours ago, valid for 22 days

Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England

£20 per hour

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist (EMEA) position is based in Birmingham, UK, offering a salary range of £80K – £100K plus bonuses and benefits.
The role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in international, multi-site manufacturing, preferably in sectors like Steel, Mining, Refractories, or Chemicals.
Key responsibilities include overseeing $20M in annual purchasing, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing supply chain operations.
Candidates should possess a degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field, along with proficiency in ERP systems, preferably Oracle E-Business Suite.
This position presents an exciting opportunity to drive innovation and excellence in sourcing within a global leader in Chemicals and Minerals.

Job Title: Strategic Sourcing Specialist (EMEA)Location: Birmingham, UKSalary: £80K – £100K + Bonus + BenefitsHours: 08:30 – 17:00 (flexibility required)Contract: PermanentOur client, a reputable $1.6B global leader in Chemicals, Minerals, and Niche Products, supplies industries such as Construction, Agriculture, Steel, and Oil & Gas.We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager (EMEA) to oversee $20M in annual purchasing, driving supply chain optimisation, supplier relationships, and cost efficiencies across a fast-paced manufacturing environment.This role supports growth through strategic supplier management, ensuring material quality, and enhancing logistics efficiency.Key Responsibilities

S&OP Coordination: Align material supply with plant needs through Sales & Operations Planning.
Contract Negotiations: Lead supplier agreements and manage pricing/terms.
Sourcing Strategies: Develop and execute value-driven category management strategies.
Cost & Quality: Analyse costs, enforce material standards, and resolve quality issues.
Supplier Development: Qualify new suppliers to support growth and mitigate risk.
New Product Development: Collaborate with R&D on material/component qualifications.
Logistics & ISO Compliance: Coordinate overseas logistics and maintain ISO standards (ISO 9001/14001/45001).

Skills & Qualifications

Education: Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
Experience: 5+ years in international, multi-site manufacturing (Steel, Mining, Refractories, or Chemicals preferred).
ERP Systems: Proficiency in ERP (Oracle E-Business Suite preferred) and MRP.
Technical & Analytical Skills: Expertise in Procure-to-Pay, cost analysis, and financial reporting.
Communication: Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.

Why Join? This is an exciting opportunity to influence supply chain operations within a high-growth global business, offering competitive compensation and career development.Apply now to drive innovation and excellence in sourcing!

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