Sourcing and Vendor Manager

Core-Asset Consulting Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description:

Are you an experienced global procurement professional who is seeking a new challenge?

Our client, an Edinburgh based asset manager, is recruiting for a Sourcing and Vendor Manager to join their team on a 6-month contract basis. This is a full-time role which covers end-to-end sourcing and requires you to work in the office at least 4 days per week.

Skills/Experience:

• Demonstratable experience in strategic sourcing within consulting, accounting, or financial services.
• Expertise in negotiating contracts with Big 4 firms and top consulting firms.
• Expertise in category planning, competitive bidding (RFI, RFP, RFQ), vendor selection, risk due diligence, and dispute management.
• Skilled in financial modelling for negotiations, cost ownership, consumption, and demand forecasting.
• Contract law knowledge with experience drafting global agreements and SLAs.
• Proficient in MS Office, AI tools (CoPilot), and data analytics.

Core Responsibilities:

• Strategic Advisory: Provide sourcing and procurement insights to optimize processes and meet business goals.
• Sourcing Strategy: Develop and execute cost-effective, socially responsible strategies, including competitive bidding, supplier consolidation, and process improvements.
• Supplier Management: Build strong vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure quality service.
• Market & Cost Analysis: Research trends, risks, and opportunities; drive cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.
• Risk & Compliance: Mitigate supply chain risks and ensure adherence to policies and regulations.
• People & Stakeholder Management: Recruit, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with internal teams on global contract negotiations.

Job reference: 16052

To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.