Strategic Sourcing Manager

TEAM
Branston, Derbyshire, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Last week
£60,000 – £70,000 pa

Salary

£60,000 – £70,000 pa

Posted
14 Jul 2026 (Last week)

Reliable access to life-changing medicines starts long before a clinical trial begins. As the Strategic Sourcing Manager, you'll shape a global supply network that ensures essential products are sourced efficiently, compliantly and cost-effectively, helping clinical studies stay on track across international markets.

What's in it for you

Salary of £60,000 – £70,000 per annum

Remote working with hybrid flexibility for those based near Burton upon Trent

Opportunity to influence global sourcing strategy across multiple international regions

A varied role combining strategic planning with hands-on operational delivery

Regular collaboration with senior stakeholders and international supplier networks

Monthly team building and business meetings in Burton upon Trent

Your responsibilities as Strategic Sourcing Manager

Develop and deliver strategies that support current and future clinical trial requirements

Build, qualify and manage a global supplier network across key international markets

Work closely with commercial and operational teams to align activity with future demand

Lead supplier negotiations, managing commercial agreements and cost performance

Monitor supplier performance, compliance and continuity while driving service improvements

Track market trends, identify sourcing risks and represent the business at supplier and industry meetings where appropriate

What we're looking for in a Strategic Sourcing Manager

Background in supply chain, procurement or strategic sourcing within a regulated environment

Experience managing supplier relationships, negotiations and commercial agreements

Strong stakeholder management and the ability to balance quality, cost and supply risk

Knowledge of supplier qualification, compliance and performance management processes

Exposure to clinical trials, life sciences or global sourcing activities would be advantageous

If you're ready to make a genuine impact on global clinical trial delivery, apply today for this Strategic Sourcing Manager opportunity.

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