Commodity Manager

Commodity Manager - Mechanical Subcontract & Raw Materials The opportunity Our client is a long-established, world-leading engineering manufacturer where quality and supply continuity really matter. They are looking for an experienced Commodity Manager to take full ownership of a complex, high-value commodity portfolio.

This is a role for someone who wants genuine responsibility. You will set the strategy, lead the big negotiations and be the person the business turns to on supply-chain decisions. You will do it as part of a busy, collaborative Sourcing team that shares knowledge, backs each other up and values experience.

What you'll own Commodity strategy for mechanical products, machining, surface treatments, components and raw materials, covering supplier segmentation, capacity, cost drivers, lead times, quality, sustainability and obsolescence The commercial and supply-chain input to make-or-buy decisions for machined and mechanical parts The supply-chain risk register for your portfolio, including sole-source exposure, constrained capacity, sub-tier dependencies and trade risk, with mitigation plans agreed and tracked Major supplier negotiations Senior-level relationships with key suppliers to improve cost, quality and delivery, and to resolve significant technical, commercial or schedule issues Identifying, qualifying and developing new suppliers in line with company strategy Shaping major supply-chain contracts, including contract type and length How you'll work As the link between Engineering, Operations, Quality, Programmes and the supply chain Alongside Design and Manufacturing Engineering from early in the design cycle, so parts are manufacturable and competitively sourced Leading cross-functional teams on major technical or production issues Leading programmes to develop in-house capability where that is the right strategy Taking a key role in Quarterly Business Reviews and supporting Account Managers and the Sales function Working with customer, government and external assurance bodies on supplier and compliance reviews What you'll bring A proven track record as a Commodity or Category Manager covering machined components, mechanical products, surface treatments or metallic raw materials Evidence of building and delivering category strategies Supply-chain experience in a regulated, high-complexity environment A solid working knowledge of machining, fabrication, forging, casting, heat treatment, surface treatment and material conversion, and their cost drivers Strong analytical skills, from quotes and cost breakdowns to commodity indices and capacity data ...

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