EU Sourcing Manager

About the job: Please note that we will only be able to accept candidates who have the appropriate rights and documentation for employment in the UK. Job Purpose: To implement and oversee qualitative and value for money sourcing and purchasing systems and processes as well as ensure company objectives are met including streamlining and sustainability. To effectively liaise and communicate with team members and the Group Production Director to ensure adequate stock is available at all times in the UK and Poland. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement best practices, procedures, and policies for procurement. Prepare and issue proposals for costings in relation to sell price. Develop and execute purchasing strategies, tracking metrics to reduce expenses and reporting. Implement a system for ensuring reporting and compliance is tracked for duties and taxes concerning Janus’ environmental social governance responsibility. Act as the Subject Matter Expert for European Procurement teams’ processes and systems. Enable, manage and promote global procurement solutions to enable the organisation to achieve its goals. Forecasting market trends to mitigate risks to the business in line with the CRU. Procurement to become self-sufficient in both the UK and Poland markets. Study industry publications, trade journals and market information to remain current on relevant changes in produce market trends, general procurement and supply chain. Ensure supply chain complies with internal quality standards and relevant legislation including import / commodity coding. Conduct assessments to identify new and reliable suppliers/vendors as well as sustainable and value for money quality products. Create and maintain an up-to-date supplier / vendor database in ERP, (BC). Build and maintain positive trust relationships with key suppliers and vendors. Oversee the management of supplier / vendor product cost, quality and delivery performance. Developing strategies to identify significant bottom-line cost savings and introduce company-wide best practices to maximise value. Prepare and manage budget for the Sourcing Department. Expedite purchase orders and ensure suppliers deliver requested items within set time constraints. Develop plans in alignment with the global strategy and market conditions. Be responsible for the indirect spend of the manufacturing sites across Europe. Develop, implement, and manage a supplier relationship management program, supplier performance reviews and audits. Train, coach, and develop relevant staff within the regional team. Direct and supervise the activities of Purchasing Coordinator to ensure effective performance of job duties are fulfilled. Maintain accurate record of relevant purchase document for reference purposes. Ensure control and accurate and timely recording of all goods in to the factory with the Goods-In Supervisor. To monitor and manage any open POs and GRNI at month end to ensure an accurate reflection of the current status. To chase and manage back orders with suppliers. To keep internal customers informed of raw material delivery status and advise of any delays / shortages / quality issues. To check incoming delivery notes against purchase orders to ensure the value and quantity match, as well as manage any differences. Report on purchasing KPIs data as well as provide data to the Production Accountant. Implement and maintain record of all products and work towards ensuring all items are / become sustainable. To inform the Production Planner of any purchase order variance issues. To assist the Group Production Director Logistics with any additional tasks as required. To produce any ad-hoc reports required. Key attributes/skills and qualifications: Skills: Five years plus experience in procurement or relevant field. Experience in managing performance and wellbeing of direct reports. Experience with chairing disciplinary, grievance or appeal hearings. Experience with recruiting, onboarding and arranging training for employees alongside the HR department. Experience leading global / international procurement initiatives. Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently. Ability to maintain a calm and objective stance. Ability to travel for supplier audits and visits. Ability to communicate effectively and liaise across all departments and locations. Effective negotiation skills. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management). Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. Working understanding of the warehousing, manufacturing, inventory and purchasing modules of the ERP system (BC). Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

Purchasing, Production, and General Business Industries

Warehousing and Storage

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