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Sourcing Manager Mechatronics (12 month cover)

the LEGO Group
City of London
1 week ago
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Sourcing Manager Mechatronics (12 month cover)

Exciting opportunities await at the LEGO Group! The Sourcing Manager in Mechatronics is not just a role; it’s a chance to lead innovation and strategic sourcing in the electromechanical manufacturing sector. This position plays a vital role in shaping our supply chain and ensuring that LEGO remains a leader in quality and sustainability!


Core Responsibilities

  • Perimeter key component suppliers (motors, power supplies, cables, stamping, metal parts).
  • Strategic Planning: Align sourcing strategies with business objectives while anticipating future needs.
  • Supplier Selection: Collaborate with category managers to identify and select suppliers for critical electrical or metal components over a 2-4 year outlook.
  • Supplier Relationships: Build strong relationships with suppliers and develop long‑term sourcing strategies.
  • Negotiation: Onboard suppliers and negotiate agreements to secure favorable terms while maintaining high quality standards.
  • Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain, including shortages and quality issues.
  • Supplier Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs related to sourcing activities, such as cost savings and lead times.
  • Cost Reductions: Implement strategies to reduce costs through integration and modularization.
  • Market Research: Stay updated on technology trends and supplier roadmaps to inform sourcing strategies.
  • Sustainability: Drive responsible sourcing practices to support the LEGO Group’s sustainability agenda.
  • Contract Management: Drive Design Agreement, SOW and Global Purchase Agreement.

Do You Have What It Takes

Proven experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain management, or related fields is essential. A deep understanding of the electromechanical manufacturing sector is required, including knowledge of market dynamics and regulatory requirements.


The ideal candidate is a hands‑on problem solver, willing to engage directly with suppliers and teams to tackle challenges and implement effective solutions. Strong strategic thinking skills are necessary for analyzing trends, anticipating challenges, and evaluating opportunities that contribute to informed decision‑making.


Analytical skills are crucial for assessing market trends and conducting cost‑benefit analyses, while a proven track record in negotiating favorable terms with suppliers regarding pricing, payment, delivery, and quality is expected. Excellent communication skills are vital for drafting contracts and negotiating with stakeholders.


The ability to foster collaboration among category managers, suppliers, and internal teams is important, as is a strong project management background, with experience in overseeing sourcing projects and coordinating cross‑functional teams to meet objectives on time and within budget. Proficiency in digital tools like COUPA and Power BI is also required.


The position can be based in Billund DK, London UK or Boston US, and relocation support is not offered for this role.


Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you’re interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.


Benefits

Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.


Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.


Wellbeing – We want our people to feel well and thrive. We offer resources and benefits to nurture physical and mental wellbeing along with opportunities to build community and inspire creativity.


Colleague Discount – We know you’ll love to build, so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.


Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you’ll be rewarded through our bonus scheme.


Workplace – When you join the team you’ll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.


Key Information

  • Seniority level: Mid‑Senior
  • Employment type: Full‑time
  • Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
  • Industries: Manufacturing
  • Location: Billund DK, London UK or Boston US

EEO Statement

Children are our role models. Their curiosity, creativity and imagination inspire everything we do. We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and belongs.


The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (e.g., sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age and religion) to apply for roles in our team.


The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.


Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights.


Join the LEGO® team today.

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