Sourcing and Vendor Manager - #1657750

Job Description:

Are you an experienced global procurement professional who is seeking a new challenge

Our client, an Edinburgh based asset manager, is recruiting for a Sourcing and Vendor Manager to join their team on a 6-month contract basis. This is a full-time role which covers end-to-end sourcing and requires you to work in the office at least 4 days per week.Job Description:

Are you an experienced global procurement professional who is seeking a new challenge

Our client, an Edinburgh based asset manager, is recruiting for a Sourcing and Vendor Manager to join their team on a 6-month contract basis. This is a full-time role which covers end-to-end sourcing and requires you to work in the office at least 4 days per week





Skills/Experience:



Demonstratable experience in strategic sourcing within consulting, accounting, or financial services

Expertise in negotiating contracts with Big 4 firms and top consulting firms

Expertise in category planning, competitive bidding RFI, RFP, RFQ, vendor selection, risk due diligence, and dispute management

Skilled in financial modelling for negotiations, cost ownership, consumption, and demand forecasting

Contract law knowledge with experience drafting global agreements and SLAs

Proficient in MS Office, AI tools CoPilot, and data analytics







Core Responsibilities:



Strategic Advisory: Provide sourcing and procurement insights to optimize processes and meet business goals

Sourcing Strategy: Develop and execute cost-effective, socially responsible strategies, including competitive bidding, supplier consolidation, and process improvements

Supplier Management: Build strong vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure quality service

Market & Cost Analysis: Research trends, risks, and opportunities; drive cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality

Risk & Compliance: Mitigate supply chain risks and ensure adherence to policies and regulations

People & Stakeholder Management: Recruit, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with internal teams on global contract negotiations







Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy

Job reference: 16052

To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006

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