Senior Strategic Sourcing Analyst
About the job
Job Title: Senior Strategic Sourcing Analyst
Location: Sidcup, Kent (On-Site)
Salary: £60,000 – £75,000 + Bonus + Benefits
About the Role
We’re recruiting on behalf of a global manufacturing organisation seeking a Senior Strategic Sourcing Analyst to join its international sourcing function.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced sourcing, procurement, or supply chain professional looking to take the next step in their career within a highly visible, globally connected role. Working closely with stakeholders across Europe, Asia, and North America, you’ll play a key role in developing supplier partnerships, supporting sourcing strategy, and delivering commercial value across a range of manufacturing categories.
The role combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building supplier relationships, leading negotiations, and driving continuous improvement within a complex manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management
- Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships across multiple international regions.
- Support strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier selection activities.
- Lead supplier negotiations to achieve commercially beneficial outcomes.
- Support supplier onboarding, qualification, and performance management processes.
Procurement & Supply Chain Optimisation
- Identify opportunities to improve cost, quality, service, and overall supply chain performance.
- Support the development and execution of category sourcing strategies.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and operational teams to deliver sourcing objectives.
Analysis & Stakeholder Collaboration
- Analyse sourcing data and supplier performance metrics to support informed decision-making.
- Work with global stakeholders to align sourcing strategies and business objectives.
- Provide insight and recommendations to support commercial and operational improvements.
Continuous Improvement
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the global sourcing function.
- Support best practice procurement processes and supplier performance improvements.
- Drive efficiencies and value across sourcing activities.
Candidate Profile
- Minimum of 5 years' experience within sourcing, procurement, or supply chain roles.
- Previous experience operating within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills.
- Experience supporting supplier onboarding and supplier performance activities.
- Excellent organisational and project management capabilities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and comfortable working independently.
- Experience operating within a global or matrix-led organisation would be advantageous.
- Experience within aerospace, industrial manufacturing, engineered products, or other technical manufacturing sectors would be beneficial but is not essential.
What Our Client Offers
- Competitive salary of £60,000 – £75,000.
- Performance-related bonus scheme.
- Opportunity to work within a global sourcing and procurement function.
- Exposure to international suppliers and stakeholders.
- Career development opportunities within a well-established manufacturing organisation.
- Collaborative and supportive working environment.
- Opportunity to influence sourcing strategy and supplier performance on a global scale.
How to Apply
If you're an experienced sourcing or procurement professional looking to develop your career within a global manufacturing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
About Us
We are a recruitment agency specialising in procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, and engineering appointments across the UK. Our expertise and industry knowledge enable us to connect talented professionals with outstanding career opportunities, supporting both clients and candidates in achieving long-term success.