7 strategic sourcing manager jobs found

Location: Buckinghamshire Function: Procurement / Strategic Sourcing Level: Management Job Purpose The Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead and oversee sourcing and tender activity across complex, high-value procurement programmes within a regulated public-sector environment. Working alongside another Sourcing Manager, the role will provide leadership to a team of approximately 20 procurement professionals across two direct reporting lines. The successful candidate will ensure sourcing activity is delivered effectively on time and in accordance with relevant procurement regulations, governance requirements and internal policies. The role has a strong focus on strategic category management, governance, assurance and compliance, rather than direct supplier engagement or hands-on sourcing execution. Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Lead and oversee sourcing strategies for complex, medium to high-value procurement projects. Manage the end-to-end...

STRATEGIC SOURCING MANAGER - PRESTIOUS ARM OF GOVERNMENT, 6 MONTHS INITIALLY. MILTON KEYNES / LONDON BASED. £600 PER DAY INSIDE IR35 / UMBRELLA. OPPORTUNITY NOT TO BE MISSED! Job Purpose The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for delivering sourcing strategies for complex, medium to high-value procurements. This role operates in close collaboration with Strategic Category Managers, Supplier Managers, and senior stakeholders to optimise value, manage risk, and ensure compliance within a regulated procurement environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead sourcing delivery for high-value and business-critical procurement projects (typically £300m–£500m annual spend influence). • Develop and implement end-to-end sourcing strategies aligned to integrated category plans. • Act as the lead negotiator, securing commercial benefits and cost savings, ensuring validation and alignment with finance objectives. • Collaborate with stakeholders at senior level (Head of/Director level) to...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Supply Chain Lead to join a major infrastructure organisation on an interim basis. This role will play a key part in leading regional sourcing activities, managing tender processes, and driving value through effective supplier and contract management. This is an urgent requirement, and applications are particularly welcomed from professionals available at short notice. The Role As Supply Chain Lead, you will take ownership of a range of sourcing and procurement activities across construction, engineering works and services packages. Working closely with commercial and operational stakeholders, you will lead tendering exercises, supplier engagement, contract negotiations, and strategic sourcing initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Leading regional sourcing strategies and procurement activities Managing end-to-end tender processes, including RFP preparation, evaluation, negotiation and contract award Conducting supplier...

Role: SAP Ariba Project Manager Location: Windsor, UK Type of Contract: Contract Mode of work: Once in a week Onsite JD: Essential skills/knowledge/experience: * Extensive experience delivering large-scale SAP Ariba transformation programmes. * Strong Programme and Project Management experience involving multiple concurrent workstreams. * Proven experience implementing and managing SAP Ariba solutions including: * Strategic Sourcing * Contracts Management * Supplier Lifecycle & Performance (SLP) * Supplier Risk * Spend Analysis * Strong understanding of: * Procurement * Source-to-Pay (S2P) * Supplier Management * Finance integration processes * Compliance and governance controls * Experience managing complex enterprise-wide technology transformation programmes. * Proven experience developing business cases, delivery roadmaps, and implementation strategies. * Strong stakeholder...

Category Manager | Financial Services Categories| 6 Months | Hybrid | £600/day Inside IR35 | Flexible Location | Financial Categories | In this role you will step into an established Category Manager position, taking ownership of a portfolio of indirect spend categories. Your focus will be within Financial Services categories. This is a hands-on procurement role requiring an experienced self-starter who can manage both sourcing activities and supplier management. Previous experience as a Category Manager working within Financial Services, Retail, Customer Service, Energy are especially of interest. Key Skills & Experience: Previous experience within a large, complex corporate environment (preferable) Indirect procurement expertise. Category management experience. Strategic sourcing and supplier management capability. Indirect procurement experience is essential. Experience of managing Financial Services categories Strong stakeholder management skills Location:...

The Role We are seeking an experienced SAP Ariba Programme / Project Manager to lead and deliver large-scale Procurement Transformation initiatives, driving business value through the successful implementation of SAP Ariba solutions. The role will be accountable for end-to-end programme delivery across procurement technology, data, process transformation, change management, and business adoption. The successful candidate will manage complex portfolios of interdependent projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, delivering measurable business outcomes, and enabling sustainable procurement transformation across the enterprise. Your responsibilities: Programme & Delivery Leadership Lead the end-to-end delivery of Procurement Transformation programmes, including SAP Ariba Sourcing, Contracts, Supplier Lifecycle Management, Risk Management, and Spend Management. Manage a portfolio of interdependent projects and workstreams, ensuring delivery against programme...

A Local Authority in the West Midlands are seeking an Interim Procurement Manager to lead and support key procurement activities across multiple categories, but mainly focusing on Adult Social Care Services. The Role You will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering procurement strategies that ensure compliant, value-driven and outcomes-focused services. Working closely with commissioning teams and stakeholders, you will manage end-to-end procurement processes and drive innovation across complex social care markets. Key Responsibilities * Lead and deliver procurements across Adult Social Care (e.g. domiciliary care, residential care, supported living) * Provide strategic procurement advice to commissioners and senior stakeholders * Ensure compliance with public sector procurement regulations and internal governance * Develop sourcing strategies that support quality, sustainability, and value for money * Manage supplier engagement, tender processes, and contract...