Procurement Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Indirect)

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

Job summary

A leading global sports brand is looking for a Procurement Strategic Sourcing Specialist in Gloucester to enhance their procurement function. The role offers training and development opportunities, focusing on unique Indirect spend categories and requires a background in Strategic Sourcing with strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in Strategic Sourcing within Indirect categories (e.g., Marketing, HR, Professional Services).
• Strong knowledge of procurement, sourcing, and supplier contracts.
• Ability to operate credibly with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Be a Subject Matter Expert in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Drive compliance throughout the Strategic Sourcing process.
• Create RFIs & RFPs for major procurement projects.

Skills

Contract Drafting

Negotiation Skills

Procurement Knowledge

Compliance Expertise

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree from a leading institution

CIPS qualification (started or MCIPS qualified)

Job description

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Procurement Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Indirect), Gloucester

Client:

Bramwith Consulting

Location:

Gloucester, 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 – Gloucester – £40,000-£50,000 + package

This prestigious household Sports brand is experiencing rapid global expansion and is investing heavily in their Strategic Sourcing function. As a result, a new position has been created 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, enabling your progression within 12 months, and have the opportunity to create a legacy within largely untapped Indirect spend categories.

Key responsibilities:

• Be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in contract drafting, negotiating with major global suppliers, and liaising with senior stakeholders and legal specialists.
• Drive compliance and best practices throughout the Strategic Sourcing process.
• Create RFIs & RFPs to support major procurement projects, handling complex tenders from start to finish.
• Report directly to the Head of Procurement and participate in a tailored development programme aimed at promotion within 12-18 months.

Required experience, skills & qualifications:

• Experience in Strategic Sourcing within Indirect categories (e.g., Marketing, HR, Professional Services, FM).
• A degree from a leading institution is essential.
• 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 commercially savvy environment.

If you are an ambitious procurement, sourcing, and contracts management professional seeking a unique opportunity within the Sports industry, apply now by sending your CV to [email protected] or through this forum.