Specialist, Sourcing Strategy

Duties

• Category Management:
  Manage designated sourcing categories, analysing spend and identifying opportunities for value creation.
• Supplier Engagement:
  Build strong supplier relationships, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement.
• Project Delivery:
  Deliver sourcing projects from initiation through to implementation, including cost‑saving initiatives.
• Negotiation Support:
  Lead day-to-day supplier negotiations as well as Strategic Sourcing Reviews.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with functions such as Food Development, QA, and Marketing to deliver business needs.
• Reporting:
  Produce accurate reports and insights to support strategic decisions.

• Degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.
• Several years of relevant procurement experience in food, beverage, packaging or operating supplies.
• Competent in supplier/partner management and development.
• Proven experience in category strategy and objective setting.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

• Demonstrated capability to build validated networks and relationships across the business.
• Strategic approach to interactions with all partners and suppliers, tailored to achieve desired outcomes.