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Sourcing Manager

Michael Page Procurement & Supply Chain
Posted 7 days ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK10 9QA

Salary

£600 - £700 per day

Contract type

Part Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • We are seeking an experienced Interim Sourcing Manager to spearhead sourcing initiatives for high-value, medium-risk opportunities.
  • This role requires a strong background in sourcing, with a proven track record of delivering savings and a minimum of several years of relevant experience.
  • The position offers a competitive day rate of £600 - £700 and involves leading end-to-end sourcing projects while ensuring compliance with procurement regulations.
  • Candidates should demonstrate excellent negotiation skills, leadership abilities, and experience in managing complex sourcing opportunities.
  • This interim contract provides a hybrid working pattern and the chance to make a significant impact within a large public sector organization.

We're looking for an experienced Interim Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing initiatives for high-value, medium-risk opportunities. This is a key role that blends innovation, stakeholder engagement, and commercial acumen to deliver exceptional results across complex spend categories.

Client Details

Our client is a key player in the public sector, operating on a national level. They are a large organisation committed to providing essential services, with a procurement department that plays a crucial role in their operations.

Description

  • Lead end-to-end sourcing projects from business need to contract award, delivering significant commercial value on high-value, medium-risk opportunities.
  • Implement and manage category sourcing strategies in collaboration with stakeholders to achieve and exceed defined savings targets.
  • Ensure full compliance with procurement regulations, governance, and risk controls, including OJEU requirements where applicable.
  • Negotiate complex contracts to secure sourcing-driven savings, working closely with finance and business teams to realise budgeted benefits.
  • Drive innovation through sourcing-led solutions that address business challenges and support continuous improvement.
  • Support seamless supplier transitions post-contract and contribute to long-term supplier relationships and performance management.

Profile

A successful Interim Sourcing Manager should have:

  • Deep level of Sourcing experience, with a demonstrable track record of savings delivery
  • Demonstrable level of negotiation and dispute resolution skill set
  • Demonstrable experience of driving value from complex sourcing opportunities
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills
  • Strong negotiation and relationship management skills
  • Proficiency in relevant software and tools

Job Offer

  • £600 - £700 day rate
  • Interim contract position
  • Hybrid working pattern
  • Opportunity to work in a key role within a large public sector organisation
  • Challenging and rewarding work environment

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.