Strategic Sourcing Manager

Job Brief

· Has in-depth knowledge in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

· Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services

· Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions

· Works independently, receives minimal guidance

· Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience

· Leads projects or project steps within a broader capital project

· Influences others outside of own job area regarding policies, practices and procedures

· Can be a Line Manager for Business Operations and T1/T2 roles (up to 3)

Job Family Group: Commercial

Maximizes value for money. Leverages external capabilities, optimizes and protects the supply chain and ensures responsible and continuous supply of materials, services and finished goods.

Job Family: Strategic Sourcing

Responsible for delivering long-term competitive advantages to achieve maximum value for money for direct and indirect buying. Create and implement robust sourcing strategies which include aspects related to price risk management, long term supply assurance, material quality, and responsible sourcing. Engages and collaborates with key business stakeholder

Job Description

As the Senior Sourcing Manager – Capital on a new factory build project you will provide expert procurement leadership in line with global capital strategy and mitigate risk throughout the project lifecycle. Key responsibilities include:

• Sourcing: Leading the end-to-end sourcing process for all capex related activities incl. but not limited to major equipment, engineering services, MEP and construction contracts, from strategy development, Buying Plans and tendering / e-sourcing to supplier selection.
• Contract Negotiation & Management: Acting as the procurement lead for negotiating all terms and conditions, ensuring risks are properly allocated and managed. Overseeing contract administration, including change order management and claims resolution.
• Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Establishing and managing relationships with key / critical suppliers to ensure performance and alignment with project goals.
• Risk Management & Compliance: Proactively identifying and mitigating commercial risks (e.g., supplier bankruptcy, cost inflation, disputes). Ensuring all commercial activities adhere to Mars' global commercial policies and standards.
• Project Reporting: Providing regular updates to the project leadership and MGS Commercial on budget, risks, and commercial performance.

The Sourcing manager will be supported by a Sourcing Excellence Buyer as per our aligned RACI / WOW across the Capital Commercial organization.

Organizational Context

Reporting into the Regional Director Commercial – Capital, you will be a key member of the Regional Capital Procurement Team, working alongside 5-6 regional CAPEX sourcing managers. The team operates in a highly collaborative, matrix environment, sharing best practices, market intelligence, and innovation initiatives across regions.

What are we looking for?

· 5years+ of procurement experience with industrial equipment, CAPEX, engineering, or technical procurement (Petcare/FMCG a strong plus)

· Proven track record in international capital project investments and executions a plus

· Ability to operate effectively in a regional/global, matrix, cross-functional environment

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Procurement, Engineering, Business, or related field

· Fluent in English, Kazakhstani and Russian