Category & Sourcing Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Eastbourne; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company on the Sussex coast is seeking a Category & Sourcing Specialist for a full-time, permanent role. The successful candidate will join a progressive procurement team, focusing on sustainability and value optimisation, while contributing to cost efficiency and organisational goals. The position involves hybrid work, allowing flexibility between office and remote settings.

Qualifications

• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in developing sourcing strategies.
• Collaborative and proactive work approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and delivering category strategies.
• Gather and analyse spend data, supplier information, and demand requirements.
• Build strong internal relationships for procurement involvement.
• Provide analytical support for sourcing decisions.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Effective communication

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Category & Sourcing Specialist, eastbourne

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Client:

Alexander Lloyd

Location:

eastbourne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Category & Sourcing Specialist

Location: Hybrid (Office-based 2–3 days/week)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Alexander Lloyd are delighted to be partnering large organisation on the Sussex coast on the hire of a Category & Sourcing Specialist on a permanent basis.

About the Role

Join a forward-thinking procurement team focused on sustainability and value optimisation. You’ll support category and sourcing strategies across multiple areas, contributing to cost efficiency and organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and delivering category strategies.
• Gather and analyse spend data, supplier information, and demand requirements.
• Build strong internal relationships to ensure early procurement involvement.
• Provide analytical support for sourcing decisions.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in developing sourcing strategies.
• Collaborative and proactive work approach.
• Effective communication with stakeholders.