Job Description
Our client is a leading global producer of industrial minerals,founded in 1884 in Switzerland, they have a global presence extending to more than 160 locations in over 50 countries with 9,000 employees.
They are now looking to recruit a Sourcing Manager.This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a global company with continuous development opportunities.
Location: Melton.
As their new Sourcing Manager, you will be expected to work closely with Plant teams to effectively understand sourcing needs and define strategy for key asset sourcing. Building strong relationships is pivotal for this position and you will be expected to do so with Suppliers, Plant teams, Purchasers.
You will ensure operational efficiency is maintained whilst managing business costs and close management of suppliers to ensure cost savings but with good quality and service for the lifetime use.
Responsibilities:
* Operations will clearly define and describe the sourcing needs, including reviewing provision of specifications from Plants.
* Define the strategy for key assets to ensure operational continuity using total cost model.
* Review sourcing needs for other expenditure
* Identify and qualify suppliers.
* Complete requests for quotation & tenders
* Contract & Price Negotiation
* Negotiate terms and conditions.
* Preparing contracts or supplier agreements
* Undertaking legal review of contracts/agreements
* Obtain management approval through CAR or OECs dependent on the value.
* SAP Master data such as conditions and info records are correct including terms of payment etc.
* Arrange a designated Supplier list to ensure compliance via the Purchasers.
* Managing ongoing Supplier relationships
* Review and evaluate service levels/agreements.
* Ongoing supplier benchmarking
What we can offer:
* Very competitive salary depending on experience.
* Generous annual leave.
* Private Medical Insurance
* Work mobile and laptop will be provided.
* Health Screening
* Dental & Optician Cover
* Training & Development
* Life Assurance
* Medical Advice
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
* Indirect Sourcing: 5 years (preferred)
* Purchasing: 5 years (preferred)
* SAP: 5 years (preferred)
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