Strategic Sourcing Lead | Hybrid, Global Procurement

Acorn by Synergie; Port Talbot; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working after training

35 days holiday incl. Bank Holidays

Referral bonus £300

Career progression to permanent roles

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a Senior Sourcing Lead based in Port Talbot to manage a multi-billion global supply chain and deliver professional procurement services. The 12-month contract offers hybrid working after training, a 36.5-hour week, and potential for extension or permanence.

Start ASAP subject to medical and drug/alcohol checks. The role requires negotiating with vendors, developing UK contracts, and collaborating with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong procurement background, especially in corporate or facilities management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with stakeholders and manage supplier relations.

Responsibilities

• Support management of a multi-billion global supply chain.
• Negotiate with vendors to optimise value and cost base.
• Develop and execute UK commercial contracts.
• Source goods and services for Tata Steel aligned with sustainability values.
• Collaborate with senior management to minimise disruption and ensure security of supply.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor Negotiation

Strategic Sourcing

Communication

Team Collaboration

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a Senior Sourcing Lead based in Port Talbot to manage a multi-billion global supply chain and deliver professional procurement services. The 12-month contract offers hybrid working after training, a 36.5-hour week, and potential for extension or permanence.

Start ASAP subject to medical and drug/alcohol checks. The role requires negotiating with vendors, developing UK contracts, and collaborating with stakeholders.