Commodity Manager - Indirect and Direct

Our client, a prestigious organisation in the procurement supply chain sector, is currently seeking a Commodity Manager to join their dynamic team based in Gloucester. With a special focus on procurement within the aerospace industry, this permanent role offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of purchasing management that makes flying possible.

• Drafting, acquiring validation, and deploying targeted purchasing policies for one or more commodities.
• Guaranteeing the attainment of objectives in terms of gains and service levels expected by the organisation.
• Coordinating actions with concerned buyers from other companies when managing group mandates.
• Leading communication regarding the purchasing policies under your responsibility.
• Acting as an approver, expert, and key contact for your commodity.
• Fostering and maintaining a UK-wide network within your commodity.

• Demonstrable knowledge of purchasing methodologies and processes.
• Proven experience in indirect and direct purchasing.
• Understanding of industrial and purchasing policies, including legal knowledge of contracts.
• Experience within a purchasing team using purchasing information systems.
• CIPS qualifications at Level 4+ or equivalent professional experience

• 4.5 day working week with an early finish on Fridays.
• 25 days holiday plus UK Bank Holidays, with the option to buy additional days.
• Annual bonus and share scheme options.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Onsite parking, including EV chargers, subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage, and shower facilities.
• A wide range of flexible benefits.

If you are an experienced procurement professional with a passion for the aerospace sector, we encourage you to apply now and take the next step in your career with our client.