Procurement Head's Industrial team are supporting a globally recognised appliance brand.

Due to continued growth and success, they are looking to hire an additional Commodity Manager to add to their established and high performing procurement team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a global market leader at the forefront of innovation and sustainability in heating, ventilation, and energy solutions.

Hybrid working - 2/3 days a week in Hamble, Hampshire.

The Commodity Manager will have responsability for c£20 million spend across electro-mechanical components; Including metal fabrications, plugs, cords, screws, metal extrusions and pumps. There will also be opportunity to support on indirect spend projects across engineering innovation.
As Commodity Manager, you'll develop and execute procurement strategies to optimise service performance, cost, quality, and innovation. You'll establish strong supplier relationships, manage risk, and ensure supply chain compliance with sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities

* Perform strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation.

* Identify and implement innovative procurement solutions for cost savings and efficiency.

* Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships to enhance performance.

* Drive sustainability by ensuring ethical sourcing compliance.

* Analyse spend data to identify opportunities and achieve greater value.

* Act as an escalation point to resolve supplier delivery issues.

* Utilise SAP

Ideal experience

* Significant procurement experience ideally gained in managing own areas of spend

* Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.

* Expertise in negotiation, project management, and cost analysis.

* Business acumen and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

* Proven experience in category / commodity management