Global Sourcing Manager - Remote & Strategic Lead

Vallum Associates; Lérida; Remote; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Performance bonuses

Career progression

Access to procurement technologies

Health & retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Vallum Associates is seeking an experienced Global Sourcing Manager to lead international procurement initiatives in a fully remote setup. You will design and implement sourcing strategies, onboard suppliers worldwide, and drive cost reductions while ensuring supply chain resilience.

You will collaborate with R&D, Operations, and Finance to align sourcing with business goals, manage supplier performance, and mentor junior team members. Fluency in English is required; other languages are a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• 7+ years in global sourcing/procurement/supply chain.
• Proven success in developing and implementing sourcing strategies.
• Strong negotiation skills for complex international deals.
• Knowledge of global supply chains, logistics, and trade practices.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Strong communication and cross-cultural collaboration.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP Ariba) and MS Office.
• Fluency in English; other languages desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies to optimize cost, quality, and delivery performance across diverse product categories.
• Identify, assess, and onboard new suppliers globally, conducting due diligence and risk assessments.
• Lead complex international negotiations for pricing, terms, and SLAs.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with global suppliers.
• Monitor global market trends and geopolitical factors impacting supply chains.
• Collaborate with R&D, Operations, and Finance to align sourcing with product development and business goals.
• Manage supplier performance and drive continuous improvement across the base.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and ethical sourcing standards.
• Develop and mentor junior members of the sourcing team.

Skills

Global sourcing

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication & collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management/International Business/Engineering

Tools

SAP Ariba

MS Office

Job description

Vallum Associates is seeking an experienced Global Sourcing Manager to lead international procurement initiatives in a fully remote setup. You will design and implement sourcing strategies, onboard suppliers worldwide, and drive cost reductions while ensuring supply chain resilience.

You will collaborate with R&D, Operations, and Finance to align sourcing with business goals, manage supplier performance, and mentor junior team members. Fluency in English is required; other languages are a plus.