Strategic Sourcing Manager (Temporary)

As the Senior Sourcing Manager – you will provide expert procurement leadership in line with global capital strategy and mitigate risk throughout the project lifecycle.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• 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.

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;
• 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, Kazakh and Russian.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles;
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today;
• A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University;
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.