At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead global sourcing strategy for gas meter parts and manage supplier performance.
- Company: Landis+Gyr empowers utilities with advanced metering and data analytics for a sustainable energy future.
- Benefits: Collaborative, innovation-driven environment with exposure to global stakeholders.
- Other info: Position reports to the Head of Global Procurement within a team of about 6,300 professionals.
- Why this job: Shape global sourcing strategies in a critical product area with a focus on operational excellence.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement, supplier negotiation, and managing complex sourcing lifecycles required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
At Landis+Gyr, we don’t just manage energy—we lead the transformation toward a smarter and more sustainable energy future. With a net revenue of USD 1.73 billion in FY 2024, and a presence in over 30 countries across five continents, Landis+Gyr empowers utilities and consumers to optimize energy usage through advanced metering, grid-edge intelligence, and powerful data analytics. Today, our global team of about 6,300 professionals is shaping the digital energy era—developing innovative technologies that support decarbonization, grid modernization, and real-time energy insights.
We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Sourcing Manager (SSM) to join our Global Procurement team. Reporting to the Head of Global Procurement, this role plays a critical part in delivering end-to-end sourcing strategies for gas metering components across our global operations. You will own the full sourcing lifecycle—from early engagement with R&D during product design, through New Product Introduction (NPI) alongside Operations, to supplier selection, negotiation, and ongoing performance management. This is a unique opportunity to shape global sourcing strategies, drive cost competitiveness, and ensure supply continuity in a technically complex and globally integrated environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead global sourcing strategy for gas meter parts and materials
- Partner with R&D to support design-to-cost initiatives and early supplier involvement
- Drive procurement activities during New Product Introduction (NPI) in collaboration with Operations
- Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers aligned with technical, cost, and quality requirements
- Negotiate contracts and commercial agreements to deliver value and mitigate risk
- Manage supplier performance, ensuring quality, delivery, cost, and innovation targets are met
- Develop and execute category strategies to deliver continuous improvement and savings
- Ensure supply continuity and proactively manage risks across the global supply base
- Collaborate cross-functionally across Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to shape global sourcing strategy in a critical product area
- Work in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment
- Exposure to global stakeholders and supply base
- Be part of a team driving operational excellence and sustainable value creation
We value and encourage diversity in our team. This position is open to all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, or background. We're committed to shaping a better future for everyone.
Strategic Sourcing Manager (SSM) Gas Metering in Manchester employer: Landis+Gyr AG
Landis+Gyr, with a net revenue of USD 1.73 billion, operates in over 30 countries. The company focuses on decarbonization and grid modernization, fostering a diverse team committed to shaping a better future.
