140 Talent Sourcing jobs in the United Kingdom

Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist
Job ID
227964
Posted
09-Jul-2025
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
People/Human Resources
Location(s)
Birmingham - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Leeds - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, London - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
**Job Purpose**
The Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist is accountable for candidate sourcing and engagement activity across CBRE Business Lines. Reporting to a Talent Acquisition Lead and working within a flexible structure alongside Talent Acquisition (TA) Partners to deliver recruitment activity to a successful conclusion.
Sourcing candidate for existing vacancies and creating pipelines for future requirements against workforce plans through a combination of networking, research and sourcing on various candidate attraction tools and job boards.
Responsible for providing a high-level candidate experience and customer satisfaction, supporting CBRE diversity equity and inclusion initiatives up to day 1, shortlisting, providing candidate feedback, offer negotiation and contract initiation.
**Key tasks and responsibilities**
+ Supporting TA Leads and TA Partners to source direct candidates, provide candidate feedback, offer negotiation support as directed and contract initiation in a way that strengthens and conveys a positive CBRE employer brand.
+ Work with TA Leads and Partners to understand job requirements to be able to source suitable candidates from various job boards and databases including Avature
+ Act as the candidate's liaison throughout the hiring process ensuring a positive experience up to day 1
+ Develop excellent relationships across the wider TA team, keeping stakeholders informed throughout the recruitment process
+ Responsible for supporting TA Partners with vacancies as allocated by TA Leads to satisfactory completion
+ Working in collaboration with other members of the Talent Acquisition and People team to ensure the delivery of high-quality recruits against requirements from diverse pools of candidates
+ Build Talent Pipelines, responsible for fulfilling recruitment requirements by building an effective diverse talent pool of potential candidates
+ Work collaboratively across the team to improve talent acquisition by identifying and sharing key talent
+ Vacancy positing on various candidate attraction tools and job boards
+ Provide great customer, candidate and stakeholder satisfaction
+ Ensures corporate and legal requirements are met as part of their role and champions the Talent Resourcing Principles Understand and be compliant with latest legislation including GDPR, Data Protection and CBRE policies
+ Promotes CBRE employer brand initiatives to attract diverse talent, actively participating across the TA team ensuring best practice is shared and implemented
+ Act as the point of contact for internal and external talent providing customer, candidate and stakeholder satisfaction
+ Update Avature ATS and other reporting systems to enable weekly and monthly TA activity reports
+ Work with agreed Recruitment Agency PSL and manage 3rd party TA suppliers
+ Support reduced and effective external agency usage across CBRE
**Skills and experience**
+ Able to work in a matrix organisation, prioritising, and effectively communicating with key stakeholders
+ Networking and relationship management
+ Excellent customer service
+ LinkedIn Recruiter experience
+ Stakeholder and relationship management
+ Recruitment technology - ATS expertise, varied search and sourcing methods, LinkedIn, talent pooling and market mapping ·
+ Recruitment experience, either external or inhouse
_Disclaimer:_
_Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner &Townsend were consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE GWS you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined._
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)

Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist
Job ID
227964
Posted
09-Jul-2025
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
People/Human Resources
Location(s)
Birmingham - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Leeds - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, London - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
**Job Purpose**
The Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist is accountable for candidate sourcing and engagement activity across CBRE Business Lines. Reporting to a Talent Acquisition Lead and working within a flexible structure alongside Talent Acquisition (TA) Partners to deliver recruitment activity to a successful conclusion.
Sourcing candidate for existing vacancies and creating pipelines for future requirements against workforce plans through a combination of networking, research and sourcing on various candidate attraction tools and job boards.
Responsible for providing a high-level candidate experience and customer satisfaction, supporting CBRE diversity equity and inclusion initiatives up to day 1, shortlisting, providing candidate feedback, offer negotiation and contract initiation.
**Key tasks and responsibilities**
+ Supporting TA Leads and TA Partners to source direct candidates, provide candidate feedback, offer negotiation support as directed and contract initiation in a way that strengthens and conveys a positive CBRE employer brand.
+ Work with TA Leads and Partners to understand job requirements to be able to source suitable candidates from various job boards and databases including Avature
+ Act as the candidate's liaison throughout the hiring process ensuring a positive experience up to day 1
+ Develop excellent relationships across the wider TA team, keeping stakeholders informed throughout the recruitment process
+ Responsible for supporting TA Partners with vacancies as allocated by TA Leads to satisfactory completion
+ Working in collaboration with other members of the Talent Acquisition and People team to ensure the delivery of high-quality recruits against requirements from diverse pools of candidates
+ Build Talent Pipelines, responsible for fulfilling recruitment requirements by building an effective diverse talent pool of potential candidates
+ Work collaboratively across the team to improve talent acquisition by identifying and sharing key talent
+ Vacancy positing on various candidate attraction tools and job boards
+ Provide great customer, candidate and stakeholder satisfaction
+ Ensures corporate and legal requirements are met as part of their role and champions the Talent Resourcing Principles Understand and be compliant with latest legislation including GDPR, Data Protection and CBRE policies
+ Promotes CBRE employer brand initiatives to attract diverse talent, actively participating across the TA team ensuring best practice is shared and implemented
+ Act as the point of contact for internal and external talent providing customer, candidate and stakeholder satisfaction
+ Update Avature ATS and other reporting systems to enable weekly and monthly TA activity reports
+ Work with agreed Recruitment Agency PSL and manage 3rd party TA suppliers
+ Support reduced and effective external agency usage across CBRE
**Skills and experience**
+ Able to work in a matrix organisation, prioritising, and effectively communicating with key stakeholders
+ Networking and relationship management
+ Excellent customer service
+ LinkedIn Recruiter experience
+ Stakeholder and relationship management
+ Recruitment technology - ATS expertise, varied search and sourcing methods, LinkedIn, talent pooling and market mapping ·
+ Recruitment experience, either external or inhouse
_Disclaimer:_
_Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner &Townsend were consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE GWS you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined._
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)

Job Title: Sourcing Specialist (Procurement)
Location: Lisburn - Northern Ireland
Contract: 9 months temporary contract (possible extension/permanency)
Rate: 35,000 - 40,000 pro rata

Grafton Recruitment are working with a large global manufacturing client to recruit an experienced procurement professional to join a local sourcing function on a short-term contract, and focused on sourcing components and engineered materials from a global supplier base.

Responsibilities:

• Sourcing new and alternative sources for products, whilst maintaining quality and on-time delivery targets at best pricing.
• Issuing and evaluating RFQs for local and global suppliers.
• Working within cross functional teams and supporting stakeholders through NPI, and engineering change processes, assessing supplier quotes, supplier selection, pricing, and delivery.
• Conducting supplier reviews and performance tracking.
• Acting as point of escalation with suppliers for any supply issues.

Requirements:

• Previous experience of working in a professional buying role and ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of inventory management strategy and expediting.
• Strong negotiation skills - price and delivery terms.
• Experience of managing Supply Chain risk mitigation strategies.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.

If you meet the above criteria, please apply directly by clicking the link or contact Chloe Sims on (phone number removed) / (url removed)

We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit (url removed) and (url removed) for our privacy policy.

Job Title: Sourcing Specialist (Procurement)
Location: Lisburn - Northern Ireland
Contract: 9 months temporary contract (possible extension/permanency)
Rate: 35,000 - 40,000 pro rata

Grafton Recruitment are working with a large global manufacturing client to recruit an experienced procurement professional to join a local sourcing function on a short-term contract, and focused on sourcing components and engineered materials from a global supplier base.

Responsibilities:

• Sourcing new and alternative sources for products, whilst maintaining quality and on-time delivery targets at best pricing.
• Issuing and evaluating RFQs for local and global suppliers.
• Working within cross functional teams and supporting stakeholders through NPI, and engineering change processes, assessing supplier quotes, supplier selection, pricing, and delivery.
• Conducting supplier reviews and performance tracking.
• Acting as point of escalation with suppliers for any supply issues.

Requirements:

• Previous experience of working in a professional buying role and ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of inventory management strategy and expediting.
• Strong negotiation skills - price and delivery terms.
• Experience of managing Supply Chain risk mitigation strategies.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.

If you meet the above criteria, please apply directly by clicking the link or contact Chloe Sims on (phone number removed) / (url removed)

We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit (url removed) and (url removed) for our privacy policy.

Hiring Now: Procurement Sourcing Specialist, Fabrication / Manufacturing, Middlesbrough

Engagement: Permanent 

Our client is a global manufacturer and supplier of steel structures, working across a number of sectors including telecommunications.

Due to continued company success, they require a Procurement Sourcing Specialist  to join their business on a permanent basis.

Are you a highly skilled and strategic Sourcing Specialist  who can lead and enhance material sourcing operations?

If so, then please read on.

As a Sourcing Specialist you will ensure the timely, cost-effective procurement of materials and services while upholding quality, compliance, and sustainability standards.

The responsibilities of the Sourcing Specialist :

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for both direct and indirect materials to drive cost efficiency.
li>Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers; manage ongoing supplier relationships to ensure quality and value.
• Lead contract negotiations to secure favourable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to align sourcing with business objectives.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, benchmarks, and opportunities for cost savings.
• Manage multiple sourcing projects, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery.
• Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Mitigate supply chain risks through strategic diversification and contingency planning.
• Utilise procurement tools and ERP systems to manage sourcing activities efficiently.

The ideal background of a Sourcing Specialist:

• Proven expertise in sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation (5 years)
• Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.
• A proactive, strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field and/ or CIPS

What's in it for you?

You'll join a global business based in Middlesbrough and will receive a healthy salary and additional benefits such as 25 days holidays, auto enrolment pension and support for development.

For more information on this vacancy or to discuss your wider job search, please call Scott Webb directly on (phone number removed).

Teespro Recruitment Ltd  acts as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business. We are committed to equal opportunity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. By applying, you consent to our processing of your personal data as outlined in our Privacy & GDPR Policy and Terms of Use found at (url removed).

Hiring Now: Procurement Sourcing Specialist, Fabrication / Manufacturing, Middlesbrough

Engagement: Permanent 

Our client is a global manufacturer and supplier of steel structures, working across a number of sectors including telecommunications.

Due to continued company success, they require a Procurement Sourcing Specialist  to join their business on a permanent basis.

Are you a highly skilled and strategic Sourcing Specialist  who can lead and enhance material sourcing operations?

If so, then please read on.

As a Sourcing Specialist you will ensure the timely, cost-effective procurement of materials and services while upholding quality, compliance, and sustainability standards.

The responsibilities of the Sourcing Specialist :

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for both direct and indirect materials to drive cost efficiency.
li>Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers; manage ongoing supplier relationships to ensure quality and value.
• Lead contract negotiations to secure favourable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to align sourcing with business objectives.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, benchmarks, and opportunities for cost savings.
• Manage multiple sourcing projects, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery.
• Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Mitigate supply chain risks through strategic diversification and contingency planning.
• Utilise procurement tools and ERP systems to manage sourcing activities efficiently.

The ideal background of a Sourcing Specialist:

• Proven expertise in sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation (5 years)
• Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.
• A proactive, strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field and/ or CIPS

What's in it for you?

You'll join a global business based in Middlesbrough and will receive a healthy salary and additional benefits such as 25 days holidays, auto enrolment pension and support for development.

For more information on this vacancy or to discuss your wider job search, please call Scott Webb directly on (phone number removed).

Teespro Recruitment Ltd  acts as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business. We are committed to equal opportunity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. By applying, you consent to our processing of your personal data as outlined in our Privacy & GDPR Policy and Terms of Use found at (url removed).

Elevation Procurement & Supply Chain are delighted to be partnered with a leading energy generation organisation in the search and selection of a Senior Sourcing Specialist, within their developing and transitioning Procurement function.

Senior Sourcing Specialist - Temporary

London, UK - Hybrid

Job Description: This is a fantastic opportunity for an Experienced Indirect buyer to join a global low-carbon energy and services company to support the growth and transition of the procurement function in UK.

The role offers career opportunity to learn , develop , apply and work in global environment with best in class processes & technology.

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Strategic Sourcing Specialist will be proactively involved in procuring high-value goods and services for UK. This includes ensuring materials, spares, services, non-capex buying ( IT consulting, MRO, agency . training, equipment PPE ) are provided in a timely and cost-effective manner in accordance with best practices, providing value for money at all times, and managing both CAPEX and OPEX procurement activities.

• Execute a wide variety of contracts as required, focusing on specific categories allocated by the Procurement Manager.
• Proactively enable commercially viable sourcing strategies and efficiency levers for spend in remit , must have degree of category & market knowledge in ( but not limited to) IT (software , Hardware, It consulting ) , Consultancy services , General Expenses , Consumables, MRO , Equipment and services , Civils maintenance contracts
• Support other members of the Procurement team in managing the business' Procurement functional processes and controls.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing contracts as agreed with the Procurement Manager.
• Negotiate contract supply agreements with suppliers to ensure optimal terms and conditions.
• Holding a cir £100m category spend

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Professional certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CIPS).

Contract Details:

• £400-450 Per day (Inside IR35)
• Duration: Temporary
• Start date: August 2025

Elevation Procurement & Supply Chain are delighted to be partnered with a leading energy generation organisation in the search and selection of a Senior Sourcing Specialist, within their developing and transitioning Procurement function.

Senior Sourcing Specialist - Temporary

London, UK - Hybrid

Job Description: This is a fantastic opportunity for an Experienced Indirect buyer to join a global low-carbon energy and services company to support the growth and transition of the procurement function in UK.

The role offers career opportunity to learn , develop , apply and work in global environment with best in class processes & technology.

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Strategic Sourcing Specialist will be proactively involved in procuring high-value goods and services for UK. This includes ensuring materials, spares, services, non-capex buying ( IT consulting, MRO, agency . training, equipment PPE ) are provided in a timely and cost-effective manner in accordance with best practices, providing value for money at all times, and managing both CAPEX and OPEX procurement activities.

• Execute a wide variety of contracts as required, focusing on specific categories allocated by the Procurement Manager.
• Proactively enable commercially viable sourcing strategies and efficiency levers for spend in remit , must have degree of category & market knowledge in ( but not limited to) IT (software , Hardware, It consulting ) , Consultancy services , General Expenses , Consumables, MRO , Equipment and services , Civils maintenance contracts
• Support other members of the Procurement team in managing the business' Procurement functional processes and controls.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing contracts as agreed with the Procurement Manager.
• Negotiate contract supply agreements with suppliers to ensure optimal terms and conditions.
• Holding a cir £100m category spend

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Professional certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CIPS).

Contract Details:

• £400-450 Per day (Inside IR35)
• Duration: Temporary
• Start date: August 2025

**Job Description Summary**
Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.
Negotiate with dedicated providers according to specific policies.
Achieve the best contractual conditions while also ensuring internal customer satisfaction.
In-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work.
An extensive understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.
**Job Description**
**Job Description Summary**
Due to the exponential growth we're experiencing within the Power markets and our business, we're recruiting for an experienced Commodity Manager who will manage a defined set of commodities for the GE GSI (Grid Systems Integration) Product Delivery Group (PDG) in Stafford.
**Responsibilities**
+ Accountable for developing, leading and implementing commodity strategies to deliver on safety, quality, delivery and landed/lifecycle cost for the assigned commodities.
+ Negotiate supplier Contracts and Pricing, and transmit to Procurement teams.
+ Build and strengthen supplier relationships
+ Provide Supplier insights, benchmarking and market analysis activities.
+ Provide support to stakeholders regarding Quality, Cost and Delivery of commodity.
Duties include, but are not limited to :
+ Manage sourcing strategy in line with GE existing global sourcing processes.
+ Ensure delivered products meet quality & on time delivery standards including being a point of escalation for supplier issues.
+ Support, maintain, and update key sourcing tools, processes, and systems.
+ Generate cost reduction and cash management actions.
+ Secure Supply Chain through Sourcing actions.
+ Benchmark & challenge current supplier portfolio.
+ Manage KPIs reporting and consolidation within the whole local sourcing group.
+ Advanced collaboration with GE Key Commodity Leaders.
+ Work closely with Tendering activities to ensure accuracy.
+ Facilitate action plan when Quality or Logistics issues with suppliers.
Desired Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college with Sourcing / Supply chain education preferred.
+ Experienced commodity manager, advanced experience and demonstrated years in Sourcing & Commodity management.
+ English spoken.
Desired Characteristics
+ Bachelor's degree in Sourcing / Supply Chain Management preferred.
+ Previous Sourcing experience essential.
+ Knowledge of purchasing practices, principles, and procedures.
+ Ability to analyse and present statistical data.
+ Knowledge of MS Office applications, including some knowledge of intermediate level Excel functionality.
+ Excellent communication skills.
+ Good organisational and time management skills.
+ Must be able to balance multiple tasks in a challenging, fast paced work environment.
+ Exceptional analytical skills.
+ Demonstrated team player with a strong initiative to win.
+ Highly motivated self-starter.
+ Demonstrated professional oral / written communication and negation skills.
+ Significant project management skills.
+ Working knowledge of SAP ERP system.
+ Negotiation skills.
+ Experience with RFQ implementation and execution.
+ Ability to travel worldwide.
**About GE Grid Solutions:**
At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.
**Why we come to work:**
At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we're always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you'll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you'll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.
**What we offer:**
A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements
Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.
**Additional Information**
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.