Global Sourcing Manager

Ref: AS3942178

London, United Kingdom

£95,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Sourcing Specialist
• Procurement Efficiency Leader
• Supplier Management Expert

About the candidate

Our candidate is a seasoned Global Sourcing Manager with over eight years of rich experience in procurement, specifically in the electronics sector. They possess a proven track record in developing effective category strategies, enhancing supply chain operations, and fostering strong supplier relationships. Their leadership roles across diverse industry contexts have equipped them with a strategic outlook and a dynamic approach to challenges in fast-paced environments.

Notably skilled in negotiation and strategic partnership development, the candidate's expertise also extends to leveraging market trends to optimise procurement processes and ensure compliance with industry standards. Their previous roles have seen them make substantial cost savings and efficiency improvements within multinational settings, often leading cross-functional teams towards shared goals.

What makes them great?

• Reduced costs by 20% through enhanced supplier engagement and innovation initiatives in a regional electronics firm.
• Realised a 15% increase in overall procurement savings via improved sourcing efficiency in a mid-size manufacturing setting.
• Successfully managed multi-country contracts, achieving significant cost savings and improved service delivery in an international consumer goods company.

Areas of expertise

• Strategic Sourcing: Expert in crafting and implementing sourcing strategies that align with organisational objectives, especially within the electronics category.
• Supplier Management: Skilled in establishing and nurturing strategic partnerships, enhancing supplier engagement and performance metrics.
• Procurement Process Optimisation: Proficient in using market analysis and data-driven approaches to streamline procurement processes, promote innovation, and ensure regulatory compliance.