Procurement Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Indirect)

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

Job summary

A leading global sports brand is seeking a Procurement Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join their expanding team in Guildford. This role offers a unique opportunity for career progression through training and involvement in high-impact projects, focusing on strategic sourcing within indirect categories. The ideal candidate should possess significant experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and relevant educational qualifications. This is a pivotal role aimed at enhancing the brand's procurement capabilities and driving strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in Strategic Sourcing with Indirect categories like Marketing and HR.
• Significant experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Ability to engage effectively in a commercial environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert in contract drafting and negotiations.
• Drive compliance and best practices in Strategic Sourcing.
• Create RFIs & RFPs for major procurement projects.

Skills

Negotiation

Strategic Sourcing

Contract Drafting

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree from a leading institution

CIPS Qualification (started or MCIPS)

Job description

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Procurement Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Indirect), Guildford

Client:

Bramwith Consulting

Location:

Guildford, 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. 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 to enable your progression within 12 months, and have a significant 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 liaising with senior stakeholders and legal specialists.
• Driving compliance and best practices throughout the Strategic Sourcing process.
• Creating RFIs & RFPs to support major procurement projects, handling 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.

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.
• The ability to operate credibly and authoritatively in a commercially savvy environment, engaging effectively with senior stakeholders and legal experts.

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.