European Strategic Sourcing Manager

SF Recruitment; Wychavon; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing group is seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing initiatives across Europe. You'll partner with senior leadership to align strategies, negotiate contracts, and drive supplier improvements. Ideal candidates will have 10+ years in supply chain leadership within manufacturing and strong negotiation skills. This role offers significant impact on quality, cost, and service across the organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in supply chain leadership within manufacturing.
• Skilled negotiator with strong commercial and analytical abilities.
• Able to influence senior leadership and lead cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Align sourcing strategies with senior leadership teams across business units.
• Lead supplier consolidation, contract negotiations, and cost improvement.
• Ensure compliance with sourcing processes and performance metrics.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Commercial acumen

Analytical skills

Leadership ability

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering

Professional certifications (CPSM, CPIM, CSCP)

Job description

A global manufacturing group is seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead strategic and tactical sourcing initiatives across its European operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership teams across multiple business units to align sourcing strategies and implement best-practice standards.
• Lead European supplier consolidation, contract negotiations, and cost improvement initiatives.
• Ensure consistent application of sourcing processes, compliance standards, and performance metrics across the group.
• Drive improvements in supplier quality, delivery, cost, and service while supporting sustainability and regulatory objectives.
• Provide guidance and leadership to site supply chain teams, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing across regions.

About You

• 10+ years progressive experience in supply chain leadership within global multi-site heavy/industrial manufacturing environments.
• Skilled negotiator with strong commercial and analytical acumen.
• Able to influence at senior levels and lead cross‑functional initiatives.
• Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering; professional certifications (CPSM, CPIM, CSCP) preferred.
• Willingness to travel to European sites as required.

Why Join

This is a high‑impact role within a global group, ideal for a strategic thinker who can balance operational execution with long‑term vision. With key internal stakeholders, you’ll shape sourcing excellence and deliver measurable results across quality, cost, and service.