GB Manager, Sourcing & Supply Chain, People Consulting, Belfast or Derry/Londonderry FTC 12 months

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational consultancy firm in the UK seeks a Manager in Sourcing & Supply Chain to enhance client outcomes through effective supplier strategies. Responsibilities include implementing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and introducing AI to workflows. Ideal candidates should have strategic sourcing experience and strong negotiation skills.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Transformative leadership coaching

Diverse culture and inclusivity

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic sourcing and supplier management within a complex environment.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage supplier and client relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Implementing the MLS sourcing strategy across suppliers.
• Managing strategic partnerships with key suppliers.
• Integrating AI into sourcing workflows.

Skills

Strategic sourcing experience

Supplier management skills

Commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Team leadership abilities

Digital platform familiarity

Education

Degree-qualified or equivalent experience

MCIPS certification

Project management qualifications

Tools

ServiceNow

SAP Ariba

Coupa

Job description

Location: Belfast

Other locations: Anywhere in Country

Manager, Sourcing & Supply Chain, People Consulting, Belfast or Derry/Londonderry

The opportunity

To support the development and execution of EY’s supplier and sourcing strategy for Managed Learning Services, contributing to a high-performing supply chain that enhances client outcomes, fosters innovation, and optimises operational costs through effective procurement solutions.

Your key responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of the MLS sourcing strategy across a portfolio of suppliers.
• Support the establishment and management of strategic partnerships with key suppliers to drive value creation.
• Help introduce and integrate AI and automation into sourcing workflows to enhance efficiency and decision-making.
• Mentor and guide junior team members in sourcing and supplier management practices.
• Serve as a point of contact for clients, ensuring supplier delivery aligns with contractual and service expectations.
• Utilise internal systems, such as ServiceNow, to optimise data and supplier performance reporting.
• Collaborate with risk, legal, and commercial teams to support supplier contracts and risk management efforts.
• Identify opportunities for cost‑saving initiatives within the supply chain.
• Assist in sourcing solutions for new client opportunities and bids.
• Overseeing and managing strategic and critical supplier relationships to drive high performance and develop mutually beneficial goals.

Skills and attributes for success

• Experience in strategic sourcing and supplier management within a complex and regulated environment.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage supplier and client relationships effectively.
• Understanding of operational and third‑party risk frameworks.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies, including AI, in procurement and supply chain contexts.
• Team leadership and coaching abilities.
• Experience with digital platforms (e.g. ServiceNow, Coupa, SAP Ariba) is desirable.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, matrixed consulting or services environment.

To qualify for the role;

• Degree‑qualified or equivalent experience.
• MCIPS certification is desirable but not essential.
• Project or programme management qualifications (e.g., PRINCE2) are a bonus.

What we offer

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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Please note;

Prior to finalising your application, you will be asked to provide personal information across several dimensions of diversity and inclusiveness. The information you provide is kept entirely confidential and will not be used to evaluate your candidacy. We collect this data to help us analyse our recruitment process holistically and implement actions that promote diversity and inclusiveness. While optional, we encourage you to provide this information to hold us accountable towards our goal of building a better working world. Read more about our commitment to diversity & inclusiveness here. We ask because it matters!

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