Sourcing Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE We are working on behalf of a leading UK retailer to recruit an experienced Sourcing Manager to join their commercial team based in North West London. This is a key role responsible for developing and delivering sourcing strategies across designated product categories, with a strong focus on cost optimisation, supplier performance, and supply chain resilience. You will take ownership of reducing cost of goods (COGS), managing supplier negotiations, and identifying new sourcing opportunities to support margin targets and long-term category growth. The role involves close collaboration with category, supply chain, and supplier partners to drive efficiencies and deliver sustainable commercial outcomes. Key responsibilities include: Developing and implementing sourcing strategies across assigned categories Leading supplier tenders and onboarding new suppliers Negotiating cost prices and managing cost inflation processes Driving cost reduction initiatives to support target retail pricing and margins Monitoring supplier performance, service levels, and supply chain stability Working cross-functionally to support product range development and volume opportunities Identifying risks and opportunities within the supply base and implementing mitigation strategies ABOUT THE CANDIDATE The successful candidate will be a commercially minded sourcing or buying professional with strong negotiation skills and experience working within a retail or wholesale environment. You ..... full job details .....