Global Strategic Sourcing Manager MRO & Indirect Procurement

About Bodycote

At Bodycote, we’re more than the world’s leading provider of heat treatment and specialist thermal processing services. We’re a people business at heart. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability shapes everything we do. With a global footprint and a culture built on collaboration, curiosity, and continuous improvement, we create an environment where you can grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact. Sustainability is central to our future. We’re on an ambitious journey to reduce our environmental impact through advanced technologies, smarter processes, and ongoing innovation, with our teams around the world playing a key role in making that happen.

The Role

You’ll drive global sourcing strategies across MRO, Capital Equipment, Technical Services and selected Indirect Procurement categories. Working closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Finance and regional leadership to optimise costs, you'll strengthen supplier performance and resilience, delivering sustainable value across Bodycote’s global operations.

Who We're Looking For:

8+ years’ experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, ideally within industrial manufacturing or engineering.

Strong MRO, CAPEX, technical services or indirect procurement experience, with proven cost savings.

Excellent negotiation, supplier relationship and contract management skills.

Experience managing international suppliers and driving cross-functional initiatives in multinational organisations.

Strong commercial, analytical and stakeholder management skills, including working with senior leadership.

Proficiency in SAP or similar procurement systems and spend analytics tools.

Relevant degree; postgraduate qualifications or procurement certifications advantageous.

Fluent English essential; German or other European languages desirable.

What’s In It for You

Career progression opportunities within a global organisation

Exposure to international sourcing projects, transformation initiatives and strategic business programmes

The opportunity to work with senior stakeholders and influence procurement strategy across Europe, Türkey and North America

A supportive, inclusive culture where your development matters

The opportunity to shape procurement standards, supplier partnerships and the next chapter of our global business

Location & Work Pattern

This role is based in Germany, France or UK, with hybrid expectations. Some travel may be required (30%) depending on business needs.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to join Bodycote and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start your journey with us.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of characteristics protected by local law, including (where applicable) gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and ethnic origin. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.