Strategic Sourcing Manager

Octagon Group; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company based in Littlehampton is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to optimize supply chain deliverables and manage prototype material availability. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management and at least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. This is a key role that involves engaging with cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure production readiness.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in supply chain management.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage material cost models to optimize material costs.
• Create sourcing plans for prototypes and production ramps.
• Identify and mitigate long-term supply chain risks.
• Oversee supply chain deliverables for product releases.
• Engage with suppliers for performance management.
• Optimize engineering inventory through best practices.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Cost Optimization

Supplier Management

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Job description

Overview

NEW STRATEGIC SOURCING MANAGER BASED IN LITTLEHAMPTON. Our client based in West Sussex has a new Strategic Sourcing Manager to drive supply chain deliverables, optimize engineering inventory, and ensure the successful introduction of new products to market. As a Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will be a critical leader in their product development process. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage prototype material availability, optimize costs, identify risks, and ensure production readiness. This role is key to aligning supply chain strategies with the dynamic demands of new product introductions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage material cost models, focusing on value chains and cost drivers to optimize material costs.
• Create sourcing plans for prototypes, NPI, production ramps, and long-term production, ensuring alignment with commodity management strategies.
• Identify and mitigate long-term supply chain risks, including component lifecycle challenges.
• Oversee supply chain deliverables for product releases and implement process improvements for efficiency.
• Actively engage with suppliers for identification, selection, and performance management.
• Optimize engineering inventory through best practices in procurement and inventory disposition.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Technology Management or Engineering.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Supply Chain Management experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

How to apply

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