Hybrid Assistant Product Sourcing Manager

Kingfisher Plc; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home improvement company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Assistant Product Sourcing Manager to drive performance in sourcing operations. The ideal candidate will develop strong partnerships and optimize sourcing strategies while ensuring compliance with sustainability policies. Responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, leading negotiations for cost optimization, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Strong negotiation skills and project management experience are essential for this role.

Benefits

Private Health Care

Kingfisher Pension Scheme

25 Days' Holiday

Staff Discount

Kingfisher Share Incentive Plan

Life Assurance

Competitive bonus scheme

Training & Development

Conversations with senior leaders

Qualifications

• Strong negotiation skills with creative problem‑solving ability.
• Ability to make decisions and thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills to challenge and collaborate effectively.
• Proven experience in project management and stakeholder accountability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing competencies within the team and foster a positive culture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement vendor strategies.
• Identify and onboard new suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with sustainability policies.
• Manage supplier relationships and contribute to management programmes.
• Lead negotiations to deliver margin targets.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Creative problem-solving ability

Ability to make decisions

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading home improvement company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Assistant Product Sourcing Manager to drive performance in sourcing operations. The ideal candidate will develop strong partnerships and optimize sourcing strategies while ensuring compliance with sustainability policies. Responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, leading negotiations for cost optimization, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Strong negotiation skills and project management experience are essential for this role.