Strategic Sourcing Manager
Strategic Sourcing Manager
Are you a Strategic Sourcing Manager / Procurement Lead looking for an exciting new role? Can you lead and execute procurement strategy by sourcing, onboarding, and developing a robust international supplier base? Do you have experience in collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders to align supply chain operations with business goals, ensuring quality, compliance, and efficiency?
This is a new role within a growing fresh produce provider in Chichester.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a world-class supply base by identifying, evaluating, and managing international suppliers.
- Negotiate cost-effective supplier agreements and monitor performance metrics.
- Align supply strategies with Commercial, Agronomy, and Genetics teams to ensure demand fulfillment and agronomic standards.
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure supply continuity.
- Drive efficiency, cost-saving initiatives, and compliance across the supply base.
- Provide timely updates on supply chain opportunities and challenges to stakeholders.
Qualifications and Skills
- 5+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or agronomy within the produce or FMCG industry.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills.
- Advanced proficiency in planning software, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Fluent in English and Spanish or French; flexibility for travel and working hours.
- Proven ability to adapt and solve challenges in a dynamic business environment.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary (negotiable for right candidate)
- Private Healthcare
- Eye Test and glasses contribution
- Pension 5% contribution
This role demands a proactive, strategic leader capable of driving innovation and delivering value through a sustainable and efficient supply chain.
WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent and contract jobs UK wide.
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