Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Manager

Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Manager

Full-Time 54000 - 66000 Β£ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead high-value sourcing initiatives and negotiate across IT, HR, and Professional Services.
  • Company: Join Johnson Matthey, a leader in sustainable metals with over 200 years of history.
  • Benefits: Flexible working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on continuous improvement and supplier performance.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainability and drive innovation in sourcing.
  • Qualifications: Experience in strategic sourcing and strong negotiation skills required.

The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 Β£ per year.

Contract duration: 18-month FTC

Location: UK flexible, India Bawal, Manesar

At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Manager, you'll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry, you'll help tackle the world's biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern life and supporting life-saving technologies - by applying, refining and recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future.

The role: As a Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Manager, you will help drive our goals by:

  • Leading complex, high-value sourcing initiatives and negotiations across IT, HR and Professional Services, securing strong commercial outcomes
  • Defining and executing global category strategies to drive value, manage risk and shape market engagement
  • Acting as a senior commercial advisor to stakeholders, influencing sourcing decisions and demand management
  • Managing a portfolio of strategic suppliers, driving performance, innovation and continuous improvement
  • Delivering total cost of ownership optimisation through commercial modelling and structured contract approaches
  • Identifying and unlocking value opportunities using market analysis

Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Manager employer: Johnson Matthey Plc

Johnson Matthey Plc is an excellent employer located in Brimsdown, UK, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises collaboration and accuracy. With hybrid working options and a comprehensive benefits package, employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills while contributing to meaningful sustainable technologies. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that values your contributions and supports your professional journey.

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Contact Details:

Johnson Matthey Plc Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Manager

Strategic Sourcing
Supplier Management
Negotiation Skills
Category Strategy Development
Commercial Acumen
Stakeholder Engagement
Performance Management