Sourcing Manager

Job overviewRole:

Sourcing Manager

at

United Utilities

Location: Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP

Role type: Permanent | Employment type: Full Time | Work type: Hybrid

United Utilities’ purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities

Sourcing: Develop and undertake the Sourcing process (business requirement through to contract execution) for medium cost and business risk goods or services, influencing annual spend of up to £100M, managing all risk, legislative, and regulatory requirements.

Collaboration: Work collaboratively with Market Managers and relevant stakeholders (at ‘Heads of’ level) to execute integrated market strategies through the development and delivery of a Sourcing pipeline.

Negotiation: Lead negotiator of significant (multi-million pound) savings and benefits, working in collaboration with all relevant stakeholders.

Cost Savings: Challenge demand in the pursuit of enhanced savings delivery, embracing Market Management demand aggregation of common products and services, as well as delivering cost avoidance benefit.

Market Awareness: Conduct regular competitor and market watch assessments in delivery of total cost of ownership assessments and different commercial models for sourcing contracts.

Technical Skills and ExperienceTo be successful with your application, you’ll need to show that you meet the following

essential

criteria:

Degree-educated with a relevant post-graduate qualification (e.g., CIPS, RICS, MBA, MSC) OR equivalent knowledge/experience.

Significant sourcing experience, with a demonstrable track record of savings delivery.

Knowledge of key sourcing management processes, tools, and methodologies.

Demonstrable level of negotiation and dispute resolution skill set.

Demonstrable level of problem-solving experience.

Full UK driving license.

If not already held, successful candidates will be supported to undertake the relevant level of study with the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). This will be funded by UU.

QualificationsEssential Qualifications

Degree-educated with a relevant post-graduate qualification (e.g., CIPS, RICS, MBA, MSC) OR equivalent knowledge/experience.

OtherWe rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance

Industries

Utilities and Financial Services

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