Procurement Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Indirect)

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A remarkable opportunity as a Procurement Strategic Sourcing Specialist in the Sports industry, offering personalized training and progression within a prestigious brand. The role focuses on enhancing procurement practices and managing key supplier relationships, making a significant impact in largely untapped categories.

Qualifications

• Experience in Strategic Sourcing within Indirect categories like Marketing and HR.
• Ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive compliance in the Strategic Sourcing process.
• Manage complex tenders from start to finish.
• Create RFIs & RFPs for major procurement projects.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Supplier contracts

Strategic sourcing

Education

Degree from a leading institution

CIPS qualification

Job description

Procurement Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Indirect) – London

Client:

Bramwith Consulting

Location:

London

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Unique Opportunity - Procurement opportunity within the Sports Industry.

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 team as they aim to enhance the maturity of their Procurement function.

As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will receive personalized training and development from senior sponsors, with a clear path for progression within 12 months. This role offers a remarkable opportunity to make a significant impact within largely untapped Indirect spend categories.

Key responsibilities include:

• Becoming a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in contract drafting, negotiations 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 for 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).
• A degree from a leading institution.
• Started CIPS qualification or fully MCIPS qualified.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, sourcing, and supplier contracts, with extensive experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Ability to operate credibly 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 in the Sports industry to expand Procurement's influence within a household Sports brand, please apply.

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