Sourcing Lead

Harvey Nash; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation is seeking a Sourcing Lead for a 6-month contract based in Glasgow. This role will involve driving strategic sourcing initiatives and enhancing sourcing capabilities within the organisation, offering remote working flexibility with occasional travel. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in sourcing and supplier management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior sourcing role within a large or multinational organisation.
• Strong relationship management with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to think strategically and balance multiple factors.

Responsibilities

• Drive best-in-class sourcing through robust policies and frameworks.
• Manage end-to-end sourcing including supplier selection and contract negotiation.
• Partner with directorates to meet strategic sourcing needs.

Skills

Negotiation

Strategic Sourcing

Interpersonal Skills

Market Analysis

Job description

Job Description

Here at Harvey Nash, our Glasgow-based client is currently recruiting for a Sourcing Lead on an initial 6-month contract. The role offers remote working with occasional travel to Glasgow.

This is a key opportunity to play a leading role in shaping and enhancing sourcing capabilities within a large and forward-thinking organisation. The successful candidate will drive strategic sourcing initiatives across a significant spend profile.

Key responsibilities include:

• Drive best-in-class sourcing through robust policies, frameworks, and a procurement centre of excellence.
• Partner with directorates to address strategic sourcing needs, informed by organisational goals and supplier insights.
• Manage end-to-end sourcing: market analysis, supplier selection, strategy, and contract negotiation.
• Ensure strategic sourcing activity procurement activities deliver value, reduce risk, and uphold integrity, innovation, and compliance.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a senior sourcing role, operating within a large or multinational organisation.
• Demonstrated success in leading strategic, business-critical supplier relationships and contracts to drive sustainable value and performance improvements.
• Strong presence and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to build credible relationships and effectively challenge senior stakeholders.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance technical, operational, and commercial factors to deliver optimal outcomes.