Sourcing Manager

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for a Sourcing Manager to join a leading financial institution, where your expertise will play a pivotal role in optimising third-party spend and shaping the future of procurement strategy. You will be empowered to drive change across multiple business functions, working closely with stakeholders to deliver value, compliance, and efficiency. This is an ideal environment for those who are passionate about making an impact while growing their career.

What You'll Do

As a Sourcing Manager, you will be entrusted with driving strategic in-direct procurement initiatives that optimise third-party spend across multiple categories. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve:

• Developing comprehensive category profiles by analysing spend data and understanding business strategies, requirements, cost levers, and market opportunities to inform sourcing decisions.
• Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders to identify sourcing needs, develop requests for proposals (RFPs), and ensure all sourcing activities are fully aligned with organisational priorities.
• Planning and executing end-to-end sourcing events-including RFPs/RFXs-while negotiating terms that best meet business requirements for value, compliance, speed, and risk mitigation.
• Monitoring and guiding adherence to controls and compliance requirements throughout the entire sourcing cycle from initial request through contract execution, including regulatory engagement and audit processes.

What You Bring

To excel as a Sourcing Manager in this prestigious financial institution, you will bring substantial experience managing end-to-end procurement processes within regulated environments. Your background should include:

• Experience in sourcing management, category management or procurement within a regulated industry environment.
• A strong understanding of HR-related procurement processes combined with proven commercial acumen.
• Expertise in planning and executing complex RFP/RFX events.
• A thorough knowledge of controls frameworks means you can monitor regulatory requirements throughout the entire procurement lifecycle from request through contract completion.
• Familiarity with vendor management systems supports efficient oversight of supplier relationships while ensuring data quality is maintained at all times.
• CIPS certification (or progress towards it) is highly regarded as evidence of your commitment to professional development within the field of procurement.

The Company

This organisation stands out as one of the most respected names in financial services, a place where values-driven culture meets cutting-edge innovation. Employees here enjoy access to flexible working arrangements designed around individual needs alongside generous pension contributions that secure long-term wellbeing. The company's commitment to diversity ensures every voice is heard; creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can flourish together. Professional development is actively encouraged through regular training sessions plus opportunities for networking at industry-leading conferences, empowering staff members not just today but throughout their careers. With supportive leadership focused on nurturing talent rather than simply managing performance metrics: this is an employer genuinely invested in helping colleagues achieve their full potential both inside and outside the work place.

How to Apply

Apply now or for more information, feel free to contact Senior Consultant Jess Vernal on or .

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Job Details

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain
• Focus: Purchasing / Procurement
• Industry: Purchasing and Procurement
• Workplace Type: Hybrid
• Experience Level: Mid Management
• Location: North West England
• Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum + Competitive Benefits + Pension