Sourcing Representative
About the client
Our client is a global leader delivering procurement, sourcing and supply chain solutions across a diverse range of industries. They are seeking a Sourcing Specialist to join a collaborative team focused on driving sourcing excellence, supplier performance and operational efficiency.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced sourcing or procurement professional to support strategic sourcing activities across multiple business groups. You will play a key role in analysing sourcing costs, improving procurement processes, supporting inventory and capacity planning, and working closely with stakeholders to deliver commercial and operational outcomes.
Key responsibilities
- Assess sourcing costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce spend.
- Recommend and implement improvements to sourcing processes and ways of working.
- Support inventory administration to maintain product availability.
- Monitor and optimise capacity utilisation through effective planning.
- Plan and forecast supply chain metrics to support business objectives.
- Monitor promotion allocation accuracy and ensure alignment with sourcing strategies.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve sourcing and supply chain challenges.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and sourcing functions.
What’s in it for you?
- Opportunity to work within a globally recognised organisation.
- Exposure to strategic sourcing and supply chain initiatives across diverse business areas.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years’ experience within sourcing, procurement, category management or supply chain.
- Experience supporting sourcing activities, supplier engagement and commercial outcomes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret supply chain data.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Commerce or a related discipline.
Highly regarded
- Experience developing category management strategies.
- Exposure to global strategic direct sourcing.
- Supplier relationship management experience.
- Contract negotiation skills.
- Market analysis experience.
If this sounds like your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now, or for a confidential discussion, contact Emma Hansen emma.hansen@talentinternational.com at Talent International.
Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.