Strategic Sourcing Manager

Octagon Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager based in Littlehampton. This role involves driving supply chain deliverables, optimizing material costs, and collaborating with teams to ensure production readiness. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in supply chain management. The position offers an opportunity to align supply chain strategies with new product introductions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage material cost models to optimize costs.
• Create sourcing plans for prototypes and production.
• Identify and mitigate long-term supply chain risks.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Cost Optimization

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Technology Management or Engineering

Job description

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 as a Strategic Sourcing Manager in Littlehampton.

• 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.

Requirements as a Strategic Sourcing Manager in Littlehampton.

• 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.

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