Sourcing Lead – Supplier Relations & Strategic Procurement
Excellent Career Progression | Strategic Commercial Role | International Business
We are partnering with a highly successful, growing international business to recruit a Sourcing Lead into its commercial and procurement function.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious procurement professional looking to take the next step in their career, with the chance to influence commercial strategy, develop key supplier partnerships and make a genuine difference to business performance.
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in direct procurement, commodity sourcing or product buying, who understand how to negotiate effectively, manage suppliers and deliver measurable commercial value.
You will join an established team with excellent senior stakeholder exposure, significant commercial responsibility and genuine opportunities for career progression.
The Role
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives that deliver measurable commercial value.
- Lead complex supplier negotiations, securing competitive terms and improving financial performance.
- Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, driving performance and continuous improvement.
- Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve margins and mitigate supply chain risks.
- Analyse market trends, pricing and commercial data to support sourcing decisions.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders across Procurement, Finance, Commercial and Operations.
- Drive improvements in sourcing processes, supplier performance and commercial effectiveness.
- Support and mentor colleagues, contributing to the development of the wider team.
About You
- Strong background in procurement, strategic sourcing, commodity management or product buying.
- Experience within direct materials, FMCG, retail, pharmaceuticals, consumer products or similar commercially focused environments.
- Proven track record of delivering successful supplier negotiations and commercial improvements.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to analyse pricing, market dynamics and financial performance.
- Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
- Confident working with senior stakeholders and managing complex supplier relationships.
- Ambitious, proactive and motivated by career progression.
Experience within pharmaceuticals or healthcare would be advantageous but is not essential.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- £85,000 basic salary plus package.
- Excellent career progression within a successful international business.
- Genuine commercial impact, with the opportunity to influence strategic decisions and business performance.
- Senior stakeholder exposure across a collaborative and commercially focused organisation.
- Broad responsibility across strategic sourcing, supplier management and negotiations.
- Opportunity to make a real difference in a business that values innovation, commercial thinking and continuous improvement.
This opportunity would suit a strong Procurement Manager, Category Manager, Commodity Manager or Product Buyer looking to progress into a more strategic, commercially focused role.
Sourcing Lead – Supplier Relations & Strategic Procurement employer: Bramwith Consulting
Join a dynamic and innovative manufacturing organisation in Hemel Hempstead, where your role as a Senior Buyer will not only allow you to take ownership of strategic sourcing but also provide ample opportunities for career progression towards a Procurement Manager position. With a strong emphasis on employee development, a collaborative work culture, and competitive benefits, this company is dedicated to fostering an environment where ambitious professionals can thrive and make a significant impact in the procurement field.
