Sourcing Manager

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Updated on 09/02/2022

International Company
New role

About Our Client

Our client is a large French company specializing in home improvement. They enable residents to complete housing and construction projects. The company is Europe's leader in DIY and home improvement, operating in 20 countries with the largest international footprint in the market.

Due to dynamic development of the company, we are currently looking for candidates for a Sourcing Manager position.

Job Description

Work closely with Purchasing Leaders, in contact with local product managers to build and maintain a competitive portfolio of suppliers to meet target prices and product specification on line with the final customers' needs.
Assess suppliers' capabilities in order to improve the efficiency within the quality and cost areas
Constantly monitor the market
Ensure projects' timeframes and deliveries on time
Support and work effectively with counterparts internationally, maintain good relationships with the Global Sourcing Team as well as Product, Purchasing and Supply Chain departments locally.

The Successful Applicant

Master degree in technical field
Minimum 4 years of experience in sourcing, buying or product development (ideally regional scope)
Very good understanding of procurement procedures
Very good knowledge and understanding of industrial processes
Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
Proven successful track record in project management
Ability to work independently as well as in a cross-functional teams
Strong leadership and management skills
Willingness to travel
Advanced English