Job Title: Sourcing Manager (RFQ & Supplier Governance)
Contract Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 6 Months (Likely Extension)
Location: Halifax, Bristol, or Edinburgh
Working Pattern: 2 days per week in the office, Via Umbrella Company
Our client is seeking a dynamic Technology Sourcing Manager to enhance their large-scale technology sourcing and supplier management function. This pivotal role supports the delivery of essential resource and sourcing activities across multiple technology teams, making it an exciting opportunity for a commercially savvy sourcing professional.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage technology resource sourcing requests across diverse technology teams.
- Lead and support RFQ activities, supplier engagement, and proposal evaluations.
- Review and challenge supplier Work Orders to ensure compliance and commercial value.
- Oversee Purchase Orders and related sourcing documentation.
- Draught and assist in the creation of Work Orders and commercial documentation.
- Provide expert guidance on contract terms, approval processes, and supplier obligations.
- Collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand demand requirements and identify suitable sourcing solutions.
- Challenge sourcing decisions to ensure cost-effective and suitable supplier choices.
- Support the resolution of supplier performance, resourcing, and commercial issues.
- Ensure adherence to governance, delegated authority, and risk management standards.
- Cultivate strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and sourcing colleagues.
- Identify opportunities for enhancing sourcing processes and Work Order governance.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in sourcing, procurement, commercial management, or supplier management.
- Demonstrated experience managing or supporting RFQ/RFP processes.
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
- Experience in reviewing and challenging supplier proposals, Statements of Work, or Work Orders.
- Commercially astute, balancing business needs with governance requirements.
- Proficient in engaging with suppliers and managing commercial discussions.
- Capable of working independently while managing multiple priorities.
Desirable Experience
- Background in technology sourcing or IT procurement.
- Experience in Purchase Order review and approval.
- Contract management experience is a plus.
- Knowledge of contingent labour or professional services sourcing.
- Negotiation experience.
- Familiarity with regulated or large corporate environments.
What's Important for Success?
The ideal candidate will:
- Build credibility quickly with stakeholders.
- Challenge constructively and influence key decisions.
- Exhibit strong RFQ knowledge.
- Balance governance with business priorities.
- Collaborate effectively while driving commercial outcomes.
We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
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