Kick-start your career in the thriving entertainment industry with this fantastic opportunity for a Senior Sourcing Specialist. If you have extensive experience in sourcing and procurement and a keen eye for identifying transformative opportunities, your expertise could be a perfect fit for this world-leading entertainment organisation.
Company Overview
Our client is a globally acknowledged and revered entertainment brand, committed to telling engaging stories and creating unforgettable experiences. They are renowned for fostering an inclusive and innovative culture, welcoming ideas and contributions from individuals across all areas of the business. They pride themselves on valuing diversity and nurturing an environment where all employees feel empowered.
Position Overview
The Senior Sourcing Specialist will play a key role within the Sourcing and Procurement (S&P) Marketing Category team, responsible for managing and delivering strategic value in the EMEA region. The expert chosen for this role will have a direct impact on the company's third-party expenditures, effective management of demands and services, and the formulation of long-term strategic plans.
Responsibilities
Oversee third-party expenditures within the designated category, as per company requirements
Develop and implement long-term category strategy, analyses, and strategic category plans for EMEA
Lead sourcing strategies, conduct external market research, and ensure compliance with sourcing policies
Manage regional multifunctional projects and direct large supplier negotiations
Ability to analyse and model complex data to develop sourcing opportunities
Requirements
Proven background in a comparable role within blue-chip companies
Experience with regional or global responsibilities in large multinational corporations
Expertise in developing and implementing sourcing strategies and plans
Strong knowledge of procurement practices, systems, and sourcing/supply chain trends
Proficient in Microsoft Office Professional Suite, especially Excel
Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or supply chain is preferable
Good understanding of finance and legal aspects related to procurement contracts
Ideal candidates would have completed, or be studying for, CIPS or equivalent certification
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package, to be discussed during the interview process
Career advancement opportunities within the company
Access to mentoring and professional development resources
Inspiring and creative work environment within a diverse team
If you are an expert sourcing specialist who thrives in a vibrant, engaging, and inclusive environment, we want to hear from you. Elevate your career with this powerful role and become a part of our client's extraordinary journey.
For more information about this exciting role and if you meet the criteria, please submit your details without delay to info@langleysearch.com quoting MB/717066.
Langley Search & Selection (langleysearch.com) is the leading specialist recruiter in the procurement, supply chain and purchasing field. We manage permanent and interim procurement and supply chain jobs across the UK, Europe and globally for our clients, from large global multinationals to SMEs