Procurement Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Indirect)

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global sports brand is seeking a Procurement Strategic Sourcing Specialist to enhance their procurement function. This role offers the opportunity for significant professional growth through tailored development programs and is ideal for candidates with a strong background in strategic sourcing and contract negotiation. Join an ambitious team to elevate procurement's presence in the sports industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in Strategic Sourcing within Indirect categories such as Marketing, HR, Professional Services.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, sourcing, and supplier contracts.
• Ability to operate with senior stakeholders in a commercial environment.

Responsibilities

• Subject Matter Expert in contract drafting and negotiations.
• Driving compliance and best practices in Strategic Sourcing.
• Managing complex tenders and creating RFIs & RFPs.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Contract Drafting

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree from a leading institution

CIPS qualification

Job description

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Procurement Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Indirect), Exeter

Client:

Bramwith Consulting

Location:

Exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Unique Opportunity - Procurement Opportunity within the Sports Industry

Procurement Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Indirect) – Global Sports Brand – London – £40,000-£50,000 + package

This prestigious household Sports brand is experiencing rapid global expansion and is investing heavily in their Strategic Sourcing function. The firm has created a new position for an ambitious Strategic Sourcing expert to join their journey and help grow the maturity of the Procurement function.

As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will receive one-to-one training and development from senior sponsors to enable your progression within 12 months, offering a great opportunity to establish yourself within largely untapped Indirect spend categories.

Key responsibilities include:

• Being a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in contract drafting, negotiating with major global suppliers, and collaborating with senior stakeholders and legal specialists.
• Driving compliance and best practices throughout the Strategic Sourcing process.
• Creating RFIs & RFPs to support major procurement projects, managing complex tenders from start to finish.
• Reporting directly to the Head of Procurement and participating in a tailored development program aimed at promotion within 12-18 months.

Requirements:

• Experience in Strategic Sourcing within Indirect categories (e.g., Marketing, HR, Professional Services, FM).
• Degree from a leading institution.
• Started CIPS qualification or fully MCIPS qualified.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, sourcing, and supplier contracts, with significant experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Ability to operate credibly and authoritatively with senior stakeholders and legal experts in a highly commercial environment.

If you are an ambitious procurement, sourcing, and contracts management professional seeking a unique opportunity within the Sports industry to expand Procurement's presence within a household Sports brand, please apply.

To apply, send your CV directly to [emailprotected] or apply through this forum.