Global Sourcing Manager

2 weeks ago


Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom The British American Tobacco Group Full time

BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organization.

To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey

BAT UK IS LOOKING FOR A GLOBAL SOURCING MANAGER

JOB TYPE: Permanent

FUNCTION: Operations

SALARY RANGE: competitive salary package + excellent benefits + market leading bonus

LOCATION: Southampton, United Kingdom

ROLE SUMMARY

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?

The Global Sourcing Manager is responsible for the execution of the global category 'Sourcing to Contract' strategy, specifically:

  • Source to contract (sourcing plan, tender, negotiate and contract)
  • Spend and compliance reporting.
  • Commercial risk management
  • Contract Management
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Peer group or market network build

What is the direct impact of this role on the team or organization?

Delivering the sourcing strategy as part of the category strategy and ensuring delivery of defined key business targets and supporting key issues of the business through a defined supplier management programme

Reports to

Global Category Manager

Number of Direct Reports

n/a

Core Relationships

Internal – Global Category Manager, Legal, Area Procurement teams, Business systems, Product, SNO, Finance, R&D, NC Ops

External - Suppliers, Supply base inputs (eg D&B)

Geographic Scope

Global

Travel Required

25%

ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Define Global Sourcing strategies for the category to achieve the business objectives for the next 1 – 2 yrs
  • Complete sourcing plans in line with global standards and policies
  • Lead global and geographic contract negotiations effectively to deliver robust terms and conditions that manages BAT's service delivery and commercial riskthat represent value for money
  • Build strong supplier base relationshipsand handle negotiation and supplier selection within the framework of the category strategies and sourcing strategies
  • Lead global and geographic supplier management and drive geographic continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers in coordination with business functions
  • Supervisecontractual performance in accordance with agreed SLAs to identity and resolveissues, advancing as appropriate
  • Ability to understand and communicate the individual category strategy to internal partners
  • Business Continuity plan execution and pro-active risk management

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIAL

Experience Required

  • Detailed knowledge of EMS, Electronic component supply market, supplier capabilities and competitor activity, and expected trends at a geographic / global level. Additional understanding of the consumer electronics battery market will be a benefit.
  • In-depth category knowledge and proven capability of applying supplier management techniques to deliver contributed benefits in addition to contracted benefits
  • Expertise in successful development of sophisticated, multi-country contracts and agreements
  • Detailed understanding of financial evaluation and interpretation of supplier's records and their key cost and business drivers.
  • Full understanding of the category total cost model, cost drivers, should cost modelling and all factors needed to ensure a robust agreement for BAT (including specification and testing requirements). Understanding of inflationary factors affecting the category and how to mitigate them.
  • Understanding of the processes, timelines and constraints for the development and delivery of new products.
  • Experience in handling sophisticated globaland areaprojects andprogrammesto improve performance and deliver service
  • Sound knowledge of corporate regulations and legislation to ensure the creation of effective group contract.
  • Experience in leading large scale, cross-country projects and programs to improve performance and deliver service

Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required

  • Knowledge of the Category including the external marketplace, key drivers and levers, supply base and balance of power, supplier capabilities and trends. Basic technical understanding of electronics and the manufacturing processes of EMS, Components and batteries.
  • Strong Partner Management abilities cross functionally and multi geography
  • Expertise in negotiation skills and influencing skills: able to influence business partners and suppliers as well as the ability to be assertive if required to ensure compliance to contract
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strongdigital analytical andnumerical ability
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships working across geographic boundariesand functions
  • A focus on service delivery and savings
  • Preferably IWS / Lean Manufacturing experience

Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required

  • Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant area
  • CIPS Corporate Diploma in Purchasing and/or membership of The Chartered Institute for Purchasing and Supply or equivalent country qualification or membership would be anadvantage

Belonging, achieving, together

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation

WE ARE BAT

At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.

  • Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
  • Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
  • Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
  • Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women's Day Best Practice winner
  • Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT.We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference

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