Assistant Manager, Strategic Sourcing

About the role

The Procurement Strategic Sourcing Assistant Manager supports the procurement operation function and drives change across Food Solutions, business units and functions. The role covers productivity business plans, category management, strategic sourcing, source-to-pay (S2P) management, operational support and internal controls and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Strategic Sourcing Manager in delivering sourcing initiatives across food-related categories, using the Collaborative Procurement Model (CPM), category management and the 7-step sourcing process.
• Own sourcing and operational knowledge in defined categories, collaborating with related business units early in the 7SSP process (business planning, analysis, sourcing, negotiating, contracting and managing agencies).
• Deliver strong negotiation and contract management, and maintain monthly reporting through the CPM tracker.
• Communicate effectively with procurement colleagues and business stakeholders, and manage Global Procurement internal controls, risk management and supplier integrity.
• Work with Finance and marketing on budgets and timelines, and deliver analytics to support better spend and buy strategies.
• Validate buying requirements with business owners, ensure compliance with S2P and Global Procurement policies, and facilitate approvals before spending commitments.
• Ensure timely supplier performance feedback, disputes and complaints, supplier audits, risk mitigation and supplier relationship management tasks.

Required profile

• Degree in Supply Chain, Commerce, Business, Computer Science or a related discipline.
• At least 4 years of strategic sourcing or procurement experience, preferably in FMCG, hospitality, retail or consulting.
• Experience in procurement, consulting or business operations.
• Project management or CIPS certification is advantageous.

Required skills

• Category management and the Collaborative Procurement Model
• Knowledge of category portfolio management and familiarity with the 7-step sourcing process
• Strong analytical, negotiation and contract management skills
• Stakeholder management, strategic thinking and change management
• Ability to work independently and in teams in a fast-paced environment