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Strategic Sourcing Manager - Manchester - c£60,000 + Hybrid WorkingElevation Recruitment Group is proud to be partnering exclusively with a leading global apparel manufacturer to recruit a Strategic Sourcing Manager to join their team.As Strategic Sourcing Manager, you'll take ownership of global sourcing across finished products, trims and fabrics, partnering with international vendors to drive better cost, quality and value. Working Hours / Benefits:Full-time Monday – Friday with flexible start & finish times
Flexible hybrid working (after successful probation)
25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Enhanced pension with up to 8% employer contribution
Private healthcare, with the option to add family members
Death in service (2 x annual salary)
Free EV charging at the workplace
Cycle to Work scheme and eye care vouchers
Key Responsibilities:Negotiate with international vendors to secure the best pricing and quality across finished products, trims and fabrics
Manage supplier relationships to ensure strong service levels, purchasing controls, contract compliance and value for money
Carry out ongoing market research and benchmarking to identify alternative vendors and keep sourcing strategies competitive
Lead evaluation teams and stakeholder groups through supplier assessment, selection and implementation of audit recommendations
Analyse procurement costs and develop strategies to reduce spend and improve efficiency
Monitor and report on global sourcing activity, maintaining regular communication with vendors
Champion Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) across the business
Previous Experience:Previous experience in a strategic sourcing role within a similar industry (Apparel, Clothing, Footwear or PPE)
Previously sourced internationally (ideally from Asia)
A proven track record of vendor negotiation and relationship management
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

About Elevation Recruitment GroupElevation Recruitment Group is a specialist recruitment consultancy operating across Procurement & Supply Chain, HR, Finance and Business Change. We work in partnership with businesses across Yorkshire, the East Midlands and beyond to connect exceptional talent with genuinely exciting opportunities.

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Strategic Sourcing Manager - Manchester - c£60,000 + Hybrid WorkingElevation Recruitment Group is proud to be partnering exclusively with a leading global apparel manufacturer to recruit a Strategic Sourcing Manager to join their team.As Strategic Sourcing Manager, you'll take ownership of global sourcing across finished products, trims and fabrics, partnering with international vendors to drive better cost, quality and value. Working Hours / Benefits:Full-time Monday – Friday with flexible start & finish times
Flexible hybrid working (after successful probation)
25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Enhanced pension with up to 8% employer contribution
Private healthcare, with the option to add family members
Death in service (2 x annual salary)
Free EV charging at the workplace
Cycle to Work scheme and eye care vouchers
Key Responsibilities:Negotiate with international vendors to secure the best pricing and quality across finished products, trims and fabrics
Manage supplier relationships to ensure strong service levels, purchasing controls, contract compliance and value for money
Carry out ongoing market research and benchmarking to identify alternative vendors and keep sourcing strategies competitive
Lead evaluation teams and stakeholder groups through supplier assessment, selection and implementation of audit recommendations
Analyse procurement costs and develop strategies to reduce spend and improve efficiency
Monitor and report on global sourcing activity, maintaining regular communication with vendors
Champion Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) across the business
Previous Experience:Previous experience in a strategic sourcing role within a similar industry (Apparel, Clothing, Footwear or PPE)
Previously sourced internationally (ideally from Asia)
A proven track record of vendor negotiation and relationship management
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills