Sourcing Specialist – Permanent
Our Client:
We are supporting a leading financial services organisation seeking a Sourcing Specialist to contribute to its long-term sourcing strategy. This role is key in ensuring procurement efficiency, supplier compliance, and effective contract management, while supporting broader sourcing and category strategies.
What's Involved:
* Handle projects valued up to €500k.
* Research and identify potential suppliers, capturing data on capabilities, pricing, and compliance standards.
* Assist in evaluating supplier proposals, conducting due diligence, and ensuring alignment with requirements.
* Prepare and manage sourcing documentation, including RFPs and quotations.
* Analyse supplier responses and prepare comparison reports to support decision-making.
* Support the negotiation, drafting, and administration of supplier contracts.
* Manage day-to-day supplier interactions, resolving issues as they arise.
* Maintain accurate supplier records, including contact details and performance metrics.
* Conduct ongoing market research to stay up to date on industry trends, pricing, and supplier innovation.
What You Need:
* 5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, ideally within financial services, IT or pharma.
* Knowledge of setting up and using an ERP system.
* Knowledge of supplier engagement, relationship management, and issue resolution.
* Strong understanding of sourcing regulatory requirements and compliance.
* Familiarity with tools such as Coupa, MS Excel and SAP.
What's on Offer:
* €55k.
* Pension contribution.
* Healthcare.
* Hybrid working model.
* Opportunities for professional growth with strong support for training and qualifications.