Senior Sourcing Lead

  • Acorn by Synergie
  • 18/09/2026
Contract Construction

Job Description

Senior Sourcing Lead Senior Procurement Lead Strategic Sourcing Lead

Port Talbot Competitive Rate DOE (Inside IR35) 36.5 Hours per Week Monday-Friday 12-Month Contract Hybrid Working After Training ASAP Start



Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Senior Sourcing Lead based in Port Talbot.

This is initially a 12-month contract, with the potential to extend or lead to a permanent position. The role is office-based, with the opportunity to work remotely two days per week after training.

The successful candidate will support the management of a multi-billion supply chain globally, delivering a professional procurement service and working closely with internal and external stakeholders.

The role is due to start ASAP, subject to the successful result of a medical assessment, which includes a drug and alcohol test.



What We Offer

  • Competitive rate dependent upon experience, inside IR35.

  • Initial 12-month contract with the potential to extend or lead to a permanent position.

  • 36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

  • Monday to Thursday, 8:30am-4:45pm.

  • Friday, 8:30am-3:45pm.

  • Opportunity for a 7am start if preferred.

  • Remote working two days per week after training.

  • Paid holiday of 35 days per annum, including Bank Holidays.

  • Advice and editing on your current CV.

  • Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role.

  • Exclusive online services, including restaurant and retail discounts.

  • Chance to receive 300 for referring a friend.

  • Opportunity for progression into permanent roles.

  • Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme for mental, physical and financial support.



Key Responsibilities

  • Support the team in managing a multi-billion supply chain globally.

  • Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to achieve maximum value and the lowest possible cost base.

  • Help achieve commercially robust management of goods, services and materials.

  • Source goods, materials and services for Tata Steel that align with Tata's sustainability values.

  • Work with Senior Management to ensure the security of goods, materials and services while minimising disruption to business operations.

  • Develop, deploy and execute UK commercial contracts.

  • Support the tendering process.

  • Conduct market research to ensure an appropriate route to market and a fit-for-purpose supply base.

  • Deliver a professional procurement service to the business.

  • Liaise with stakeholders internally and externally, face-to-face, over the telephone, virtually and via email.

  • Create strong business partnerships and act as the go-to for commercial advice, guidance and support with challenges.

  • Use SAP and Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and SharePoint, daily.



Essential Requirements

  • Strong background within procurement, ideally within Corporate or Facilities Management categories.

  • Driving licence and access to your own vehicle due to the size and nature of the site.

  • Excellent knowledge of procurement practice and the sourcing process cycle.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Good IT literacy, particularly Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Teams and Excel.

  • SAP experience would be an advantage.

  • Sound numeracy skills.

  • Ability to use your own initiative and apply a proactive approach to tasks.



Interested?

If you have a strong background in procurement, strategic sourcing or supply chain management and are interested in this Senior Sourcing Lead opportunity in Port Talbot, apply online today with your CV attached.