Global Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Manager – IT

Vacancy: Global Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Manager–IT

Location: United Kingdom (flexible)

Job Family: Procurement

As a member of the Global Procurement Category team, Global Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Manager – IT is focused on execution of sourcing strategies to deliver on category strategy as well as end to end delivery of sourcing and supplier management initiatives delivering value from category spend and supplier eco-system. This follows up with core accountabilities around contract implementation with the business, benefits tracking and assurance over holistic value delivery from negotiated contracts and appointed strategic suppliers.

Apart from key accountability around managing strategic sourcing and supplier management the role is also expected to lead discovery of open opportunities within assigned spend and / or geography and look for strategic value added from key Partners. Global Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Manager is also expected to actively contribute to short and mid-term procurement activities plan for assigned category / geography in scope , as well as through existing market and business knowledge to provide inputs to long term category strategy covering financial and non-financial benefits (process efficiencies, ESG, risk and controls, compliance etc).

Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organisation, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology. With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people. We have more 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organisations in our field. Our unique culture and people give us competitive advantage and will ensure our success for years to come. You can be part of that success story.

Your responsibilities:

• Deliver state of the art execution of Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management process within assigned portfolio, leading to breakthrough results for the business and external partners
• Use a broad array of approaches and techniques to negotiate with suppliers in an ethical manner, to ensure business requirements and procurement objectives are met or exceeded.
• Responsible for managing appropriate supplier relationship programmes with key suppliers.
• Understand JM Group and SBU strategies and how it impacts JM Procurement.
• Develop and keep strong relationships with key stakeholders at all levels to understand Procurements objectives with the business’ needs, to align on a course of action.
• Specifically, understand the strategy to best support their customer, procurement, and suppliers. Be a co-pilot in shaping the decisions of the allocated portfolio spend.

Requirements for the role:

• Extensive experience in successfully leading and conducting the negotiation of contracts across technical, commercial, and legal areas.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload.
• Ability to facilitate multiple activities at any one time, and effectively communicate current positions.
• Ability to balance total cost of ownership (TCO), strategic and tactical delivery.
• Graduate qualification (ideally master’s degree educated), (and/or) proven strategic sourcing and supplier management experience in Automotive, FMCG and/or Chemical procurement of at least 5 years

How you will be rewarded:

We offer a competitive compensation package, which includes bonuses and other local perks.

At JM, an inclusive culture is integral to our values and ambitions for the future. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career. Welcoming everyone to JM, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences or thoughts allows us to bring many different voices and experiences together to tackle the world’s biggest challenges. Being truly inclusive means that all colleagues feel valued for their differences, views and contributions, and feel a sense of belonging at JM.

Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns.

For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact [email protected]

How to apply:

If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.

If you are already a Johnson Matthey Employee, please visit the internal careers site to apply: Find Jobs – Workday (myworkday.com)

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