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Job title
Commodity Manager- Automotive
Ref no. | BHN571678 |
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Location | City of Preston, England |
Start date | ASAP |
Job type | Permanent |
Job status | Closed |
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Job summary
Our client, a prominent figure in the Automotive world, is seeking to appoint a Commodity Manager.
Key skills required for this role
Manufacturing, Automotive, Mechanical, Supply Chain, MRP, ERP, Procurement, Technical
Important
Automotive manufacturing procurement experience
Job description
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead management of high-value commodity packages and develop suppliers to align with total cost sourcing decisions and company requirements.
- Drive the achievement of targets related to cost control, quality improvement, and lead time reduction.
- Cultivate partnership relationships with vendors
- Develop comprehensive commodity strategies and lead cost reduction projects.
- Manage a varied workload efficiently to keep focus on key priorities.
Job Requirements:
- Proven experience in senior buying and commodity management within procurement supply chains.
- Strong interpersonal, negotiating, and influencing skills coupled with excellent commercial awareness.
- Ability to communicate effectively, managing complex negotiations and present to senior management.
- Good understanding of quality, engineering processes and materials.
- A degree qualification is essential, CIPS membership is desirable, and Six Sigma Greenbelt certification is advantageous.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to join a professional, innovative and safe work environment with substantial autonomy and responsibility.
- Defined contribution pension scheme, medical scheme covering dental, optical and outpatient provisions.
- Extensive personal growth opportunities through education programs and training courses.
- A supportive work culture which encourages and facilitates professional development.
- Standard working hours with competitive annual leave entitlement.
If you are a dynamic professional with a solid background in procurement and commodity management looking to enhance your career in a leading, innovative company, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to embark on a rewarding career path where growth potential is supported and encouraged.