Strategic Sourcing Manager – Permanent
Our Client:
We are supporting a leading financial services organisation in the search for a Strategic Sourcing Manager. This role will be critical in shaping and delivering sourcing strategies that drive procurement efficiency, manage key supplier relationships, and lead large-scale supplier negotiations.
What's Involved:
* Develop and implement long-term sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
* Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to support strategic decisions.
* Manage supplier contracts to ensure cost efficiency and compliance.
* Evaluate and identify potential suppliers that meet high standards for quality and sustainability.
* Analyse spend data to identify opportunities for savings and added value.
* Drive cost optimisation through supplier consolidation and contract renegotiation.
* Support the development of category strategies across Banking Operations, Infrastructure, HR, and more.
* Draft, negotiate, and manage key supplier contracts.
* Identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies.
* Ensure sourcing activities align with regulatory and internal policies.
What You Need:
* Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management, ideally within financial services.
* Strong track record in managing spend across categories such as IT, Facilities, or similar.
* Experience developing category-specific sourcing strategies.
* Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.
* Professional procurement qualifications (e.g. CIPS, CPSM, IIPMM) are desirable but not essential.
What's on Offer:
* €65k.
* Hybrid working model.
* Pension contribution.
* Healthcare.
* Strong support for career development, with access to educational and professional qualifications.