Summary: The Strategic Sourcing Manager (External Manufacturing) role is focused on optimizing supplier relationships and ensuring a resilient supply chain through strategic sourcing initiatives. This position is a 4-month contract with a high likelihood of transitioning to a permanent role, starting in early March. The successful candidate will collaborate with internal stakeholders and lead sourcing-related projects to drive long-term competitive advantage. The role requires a strong emphasis on external manufacturing sourcing and supplier management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead external manufacturing sourcing initiatives to ensure supply continuity and cost efficiency.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans aligned with business objectives.
• Conduct market analysis to identify, assess, and onboard external manufacturing partners.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to optimize supplier selection and relationship management.
• Manage supplier negotiations and agreements, ensuring compliance with company standards.
• Provide strategic insights and deliver presentations to senior stakeholders.
• Lead and support sourcing-related projects, identifying opportunities for process improvements.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in external manufacturing sourcing, supplier management, or procurement.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate across functions.
• Experience in contract negotiation and supplier agreements (preferred but secondary to sourcing).
• Excellent presentation skills to communicate strategies and recommendations effectively.
• Ability to work independently while aligning with broader business objectives.
• Available to start in early March.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Slough

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other