Indirect Sourcing Manager - Robert Walters : Job Details

Indirect Sourcing ManagerLocation: CambridgeshireSalary: Competitive, based on experience

Keywords: Procurement, indirect spend, sourcing strategy, supplier development, ERP (SAP/JDE), cost optimisation, sustainability, diversity & inclusion

Join a global leader in sustainable metal packaging as an Indirect Sourcing Manager, supporting procurement across the UK and EMEA. This is a high-impact role offering career growth, strategic responsibility, and the chance to drive meaningful change in a values-led organisation.

The Role

You'll manage a wide range of indirect spend categories-including packaging, consumables, logistics, warehousing, and services-while building strong supplier networks and collaborating with plant buyers across multiple sites. This position is part of a centralised procurement team that supports continuous improvement, cost efficiencies, and ethical sourcing practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activities across the UK and EMEA for indirect categories
• Negotiate contracts and onboard suppliers, ensuring cost targets and compliance
• Use SAP and JDE to manage procurement processes and reporting
• Support plant buyers with tools, training, and best practices
• Monitor market trends and supplier performance to inform strategic decisions
• Contribute to divisional category management and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, operations, logistics)
• Promote sustainability, DEI, and ethical procurement standards

What You Bring

• 5+ years' experience in indirect sourcing, ideally in manufacturing or industrial sectors
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (preferably SAP or JDE)
• Degree in engineering, supply chain, or a related field
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and relationship-building skills
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to influence across functions and regions
• CIPS certification is a plus, but not essential

Why This Company?

• A global, multicultural organisation known for innovation and sustainability
• A strong focus on inclusion, equity, and psychological safety at work
• Real opportunities for professional growth and internal mobility
• Clear commitment to employee wellbeing and development
• An open, collaborative environment where your ideas are valued

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates