Strategic Sourcing Manager

Overview

De Beers Group - The world's leading diamond company

We are the world's leading diamond company - a unique, luxury business that thrives on the creativity, passion and knowledge of our people.

As we embark on a journey to accelerate the transformation of our business into one that is better positioned to realise the opportunities ahead of us, we welcome and encourage diverse perspectives from those individuals who spark fresh thinking and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions.

We'll provide you with the space and support to grow and achieve your ambitions and - working together - you'll help us realise our own ambition to be the pioneer of a new diamond world.

Job Description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Strategic Sourcing Manager to join our Operations team. This role is critical in resolving single-source supply risks, ensuring first-line component quality control, and driving strategic sourcing initiatives across international markets. By collaborating closely with various stakeholders-including vendors, internal teams, and management-this expert develops procurement strategies that align with the organization's overarching objectives.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Planning & Focus

• Work with Technical Program Manager to achieve growth strategy for Verification Instrument business, including derisking supply chain and building production, technical support and post launch engineering capability through new locations and supplier partners.

Main Tasks (sourcing)

• Support the Technical Programme Manager to specify suitable components and systems (procured or manufactured) for post launch products to meet project objectives, including component supplier alternatives and/or re specification if required.
• Procurement of sampling components.
• Evaluate key components to target for cost reduction and/or sourcing strategies.
• Manage projects/new programs when transitioning sources of supply globally.
• Identify new opportunities to improve value and performance that deliver demonstrable benefits for the business.
• Identify optimal purchasing opportunities by leveraging existing expertise and resources, collaborating with new and existing suppliers.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies and external regulations, including ethical sourcing and sustainability standards.

Main Tasks (QC)

• Conduct first line quality inspections on critical components upon receipt, ensuring they meet predefined technical specifications and quality standards before integration into production or further processing.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing and quality assurance teams to establish and maintain inspection protocols, acceptance criteria and documentation standards.
• Identify and escalates non conformances or deviations, initiating corrective actions with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve issues promptly and prevent recurrence.
• Maintain detailed records of QC findings, including inspection reports, test results and supplier performance metrics to support continuous improvement and supplier evaluation processes.
• Support the development and refinement of component qualification procedures, including sample testing, dimensional checks and material verification.
• Participate in supplier audits and technical reviews, providing input on quality risks and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements and internal quality policies, especially in sectors with strict component integrity requirements (e.g., aerospace, electronics, medical devices).

Qualifications

• Diploma in Engineering or equivalent.
• Manufacturing and/or procurement background essential.

Additional information

• A great working environment.
• The opportunity to develop your skills within a growing company.
• Staff discount.
• Fantastic pension scheme.
• Up to 27 days of holiday with the opportunity to buy or sell 5 more days.
• Mental health is a top priority for De Beers Group.
• Free subscription to Headspace and a mental health first aider.
• Competitive salary.
• Exceptional benefits package.
• Employee share schemes and variable salary components.
• Your Choice membership discounts.
• Free breakfast and lunch at on site staff restaurant.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.

Safety

Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well being of our colleagues, at work and at home. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

Background Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

Application Closing Date

This listing will be closed as soon as sufficient applicants have been received.