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Strategic Sourcing Manager

Hybrid in Ireland·Full-time·Added 1 month ago (last checked 21 Oct)

Natus

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Our summary

Work mode: Hybrid, Ireland
Contract: Full-time
Experience: 5+ years

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

✅ Strategic Sourcing Expertise

Proven experience developing and implementing sourcing or category strategies with measurable business impact.

Strong supplier management, negotiation, and commercial acumen.

Experience managing supplier performance, risk, and cost optimization initiatives.

Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution.

✅ Leadership & Management Experience

Demonstrated success leading, developing, and motivating sourcing, procurement, or supply chain teams.

Strong people management, coaching, and performance management capabilities.

Experience building team capability and driving a high-performance culture.

Proven ability to influence stakeholders and lead through change.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Competitive salary and pension package

Health Insurance and Life Assurance

Educational Assistance Programme

Employee Rewards Programme

Hybrid working environment

Career development and leadership growth opportunities

A collaborative culture where your ideas and contributions matter

The role

Strategic Sourcing Manager

Lead Strategy. Develop Talent. Drive Impact.

Are you an experienced Strategic Sourcing leader who thrives on building high-performing teams and delivering sourcing strategies that create measurable business value?

We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead a team of sourcing professionals while driving category strategies that ensure supply continuity, cost optimization, supplier performance, and long-term business growth.

This is an opportunity to make a significant impact by shaping sourcing strategy, developing team capability, and partnering with stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Product Development in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

What you'll do

What You'll Be Responsible For

Strategic Sourcing Leadership

Develop and execute sourcing and category strategies aligned to business objectives.

Drive supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, innovation, and risk.

Lead supplier selection, negotiations, performance reviews, and strategic partnerships.

Identify opportunities for cost reduction, value creation, and continuous improvement.

Proactively assess and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure operational continuity.

Support long-term sourcing roadmaps and future business growth initiatives.

People Leadership & Team Development

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Strategic Sourcing team.

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Set clear objectives and performance expectations aligned to business goals.

Build capability within the team through mentoring, coaching, and professional development.

Drive engagement and create an environment where team members can thrive and grow.

Partner with cross-functional leaders to ensure alignment and successful delivery of key initiatives.

What We're Looking For

How you'll work

📍 Gort, Co. Galway (Hybrid | 2 Days Onsite per Week)🕒 Full-Time | Permanent

Additional Qualifications

5+ years' experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, or Supply Chain leadership roles.

Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Medical device, pharmaceutical, or other regulated industry experience is advantageous.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related discipline.

Why Join Us?

At Natus, you'll have the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, develop people, and help shape the future of our sourcing function.

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If you're a strategic sourcing professional with a passion for leadership, team development, and building effective supplier partnerships, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us and help build a sourcing organization that delivers results through strategy, collaboration, and strong leadership.