Commodity Manager
Michael Page
- Blyth, Northumberland
- £40,000 per year
- Contract
- Full-time
- Manage and control all procurement activities related to assigned commodities.
- Develop and implement commodity strategies that align with company goals.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure the best price and quality.
- Monitor market trends and analyse their impact on procurement activities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their procurement needs.
- Maintain relationships with suppliers and manage their performance.
- Ensure compliance with all company policies and procurement laws and regulations.
- Previously worked in a similar position within manufacturing - ESSENTIAL.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills - ESSENTIAL.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment - ESSENTIAL.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail - ESSENTIAL.
- A relevant qualification such as CIPS - DESIRABLE.
- Salary up to £43,000 per annum.
- 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 3 more.
- Subsidised canteen and discounted shopping & leisure vouchers.
- A healthcare cash plan and discounted critical illness cover, dental cover and partner life assurance.
- A car scheme through salary sacrifice and a cycle to work scheme.
- Reduced gym memberships available.