Sourcing Specialist

Direct Line Group; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to join their Procurement Supply Chain division. This role involves leading sourcing projects, supporting category strategies, and developing relationships with partners. Flexible working arrangements are available, along with a range of benefits.

Benefits

Pension

Insurance Discounts

Health Options

Generous Holidays

Share Schemes

Qualifications

• Some sourcing experience is required, regardless of category or industry.
• Experience within the motor and rescue sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing projects and support procurement colleagues on strategic projects.
• Support the development of category strategies through data analysis.
• Provide procurement support and facilitate negotiations.

Skills

Sourcing

Data Analysis

Negotiation

Communication

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DLG is evolving. Across every facet of our business, our teams are embracing new opportunities and putting customers at the heart of everything they do. By joining them, you’ll have the opportunity to not just be recognised for your skills but encouraged to build upon them and empowered to do your absolute best.

Our Procurement and Supply Chain teams operate as one central function, helping to deliver great performance and value for our organisation and our Customers.

We are looking for a Sourcing Specialist to join our Procurement Supply Chain division in our Motor and Rescue Category. You will report into our Senior Sourcing Manager. The Motor & Rescue P&SC team covers categories including mobility provision, salvage, repair, legal services, rescue networks, glazing, and more.

What You'll Be Doing

1. Lead sourcing projects and support procurement colleagues on strategic projects and category-wide plans.
2. Support the development of category strategies through data analysis and intelligence gathering.
3. Provide procurement support, guidance on procurement processes, and facilitate negotiations and contractual documentation.
4. Develop relationships with partners through procurement knowledge, commercial value-add, and communication.
5. Demonstrate and promote the use of E-sourcing systems in all RFX activities.

What You'll Need

Some sourcing experience is required, regardless of category or industry. Experience within the motor and rescue sector is desirable.

Additional Information

• Closing date: 16th May
• Flexible working arrangements available, combining home and office work.
• Benefits include pension, insurance discounts, health options, generous holidays, share schemes, and more.

Our Commitment

We are an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusion. We support adjustments in our recruitment process and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can succeed.