At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage sourcing projects and negotiate agreements to drive value and quality.
- Company: Join a collaborative procurement team in a dynamic healthcare environment.
- Benefits: Salary up to £45,000, hybrid working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with exposure to diverse projects and supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Make an impact in healthcare procurement while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement or strategic sourcing; strong negotiation and analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
Sourcing Specialist
Location: Hybrid - 2 days per week in Birmingham, with the remainder working remotely.
We're looking for a Sourcing Specialist to join a collaborative procurement team, responsible for delivering strategic sourcing projects and negotiating commercial agreements that provide value, quality and strong supplier relationships.
This role would suit someone with procurement or strategic sourcing experience who enjoys managing multiple projects, engaging with stakeholders and driving commercial outcomes.
Experience within the public sector or healthcare procurement is highly desirable, although candidates from other sectors with relevant procurement expertise will also be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end sourcing activities across a range of spend categories.
- Develop and deliver sourcing strategies that achieve commercial and operational objectives.
- Conduct market research and supplier analysis to identify opportunities and mitigate risk.
- Lead competitive tender processes, including RFIs, RFPs/ITTs and supplier evaluations.
- Negotiate commercial agreements, pricing and contract terms.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders throughout the sourcing lifecycle.
- Present sourcing recommendations and award recommendations to key stakeholders.
- Work closely with legal, finance, commercial and operational teams to ensure successful contract implementation.
- Monitor supplier performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with organisational policies, governance and procurement regulations where applicable.
About You
You'll ideally have
- Experience within procurement, strategic sourcing or category management.
- Previous experience in public sector or healthcare procurement is preferred but not essential.
- Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
- Experience managing tender processes and supplier negotiations.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret commercial and financial information.
- Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point.
- What's on Offer
- Hybrid working - 2 days per week in the Birmingham office, with the remainder working remotely.
- A varied and strategic procurement role with exposure to multiple sourcing projects.
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Interested?
If you'd like to find out more or have a confidential discussion about the opportunity, please get in touch with Beth at beth@talentdrive. co. uk.
Category Buyer - Healthcare in Birmingham employer: Talent Drive | B CorpTM
Join a globally recognised multi-billion pound business as a Senior Procurement Manager in IT, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping procurement strategies and engaging with CxO level stakeholders. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, this company offers a comprehensive benefits package, a collaborative work culture, and the opportunity to work in Bracknell, balancing office presence with flexibility. Here, your expertise will not only drive significant savings but also contribute to a dynamic environment that values innovation and excellence.
