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Strategic Sourcing Manager – FMCG (Remote with Travel)
Our client is a global solutions provider to the FMCG industry seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to develop and execute socially responsible, cost-effective and innovative supply management strategies. Salary: €60K–€70K + 20% bonus.
The Role:
- Lead the strategic sourcing process: supplier discovery, selection, development and relationship management for assigned commodities.
- Develop and implement commodity sourcing strategies aligned with business goals and market trends.
- Negotiate supply contracts covering pricing, volume, performance and cost reductions.
- Partner with cross-functional teams (R&D, Sales, Quality, Manufacturing) to support new material sourcing and product innovation.
- Conduct risk analysis and mitigation to prevent supply disruptions.
- Provide commodity forecasts and market insights to guide budgeting and decision-making.
- Liaise with Global Sourcing, Finance, Legal and Procurement Leadership to optimize global opportunities, contracts and savings tracking.
- Champion supplier performance improvement and continuous cost and quality optimization.
The Candidate:
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience).
- 3–5 years’ experience in sourcing or procurement, ideally within FMCG or a major commodity group.
- Strong negotiation, leadership and analytical skills with a strategic mindset.
- Experience with ERP/Purchasing systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba, Oracle).
- Familiarity with ISO standards, GMPs and legal/compliance requirements.
- C.P.M. certification preferred.
- National and international travel involved.
Call Carol at Executive Edge (0)1 9121893 or email [email protected]
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