Strategic Sourcing Manager EIMEA - Maternity Cover at WD-40 COMPANY

Central Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Commercial Acumen, Financial Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Supply Chain Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, RFI, RFP, RFQ, Business Continuity, Influencing Skills

Industry

Wholesale Chemical and Allied Products

Description

Overview WD‑40 Company is a global consumer goods company listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange in New York. For more than 70 years, our trusted products have been used worldwide by professionals, industry partners and consumers. While our formula may be a closely guarded secret, our culture is not. Our people, values and brands are what truly set us apart. We are now looking for an experienced and commercially minded Strategic Sourcing Manager - EIMEA (Maternity Cover) to support and strengthen our sourcing capability across the region. This is a 12‑month fixed‑term opportunity offering meaningful scope, ownership and visibility within the business. As a Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will play a key role in leading category strategies, managing supplier relationships and supporting continuity across critical sourcing activities. You’ll work closely with cross‑functional partners to ensure momentum is maintained while continuing to evolve our sourcing approach. If you enjoy stepping into established roles, building credibility quickly and making a real contribution from day one, this could be an exciting opportunity for you. Responsibilities Leading the execution of strategic sourcing and category plans across EIMEA Managing total cost of ownership (TCO), supplier risk and value drivers beyond price Delivering sourcing activities including RFI, RFP and RFQ processes and supporting negotiations and contract awards Maintaining and strengthening supplier relationships and performance governance Partnering closely with Legal, Finance, Supply Chain and Operations to support ongoing business needs Supporting supplier risk management, including performance, geopolitical exposure and business continuity Contributing to continuous improvement of sourcing processes and ways of working Championing WD‑40 Company values in every interaction, internally and externally Qualifications Proven experience in strategic sourcing, category management or a related procurement discipline Strong commercial and financial acumen, with confidence analysing cost drivers and supplier value Experience managing supplier relationships and navigating complex stakeholder environments Ability to get up to speed quickly and operate effectively in an established landscape Strong communication and influencing skills A pragmatic, adaptable mindset A collaborative, proactive and values‑led approach CIPS or equivalent professional qualification (desirable, not essential)

Responsibilities

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead category strategies and manage supplier relationships across the EIMEA region. They will also oversee sourcing activities such as RFI/RFP processes while partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure business continuity.