Group Indirect Commodity Buyer
Belper, Derbyshire | Industrial Manufacturing | Indirect Procurement
Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to take ownership of commodity strategies within a global manufacturing environment?
We are partnering with a leading business in the heating and building technologies sector to recruit a Group Commodity Buyer. Based at their industrial site in Belper, this is an opportunity to join an international purchasing organisation, working closely with colleagues across Europe and managing relationships with a global supplier base.
Reporting to the Head of Indirect Purchasing, you will play a key role in developing and delivering commodity strategies, driving commercial value and strengthening supplier performance across a diverse indirect spend portfolio.
The role
- Develop and implement commodity strategies across indirect materials, services and capital investment.
- Manage an international supplier base, balancing global strategy with local business requirements.
- Support fellow Group Commodity Buyers in developing, implementing and monitoring supplier strategies.
- Lead pre-contract activities, commercial negotiations, contract award and ongoing contract management.
- Deliver cost savings and measurable financial benefits against agreed targets.
- Monitor and continuously improve supplier performance and purchasing KPIs.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive value, quality and service.
Categories of spend
Your portfolio will cover a broad range of indirect procurement categories, including:
- Engineering and technical services
- IT services and technology
- Utilities and energy
- Capital investment and equipment
- Industrial consumables
- Marketing and business services
What we're looking for
- Proven experience in indirect procurement, ideally within manufacturing or an industrial environment.
- Experience developing and delivering commodity or category strategies.
- Strong commercial negotiation and contract management skills.
- A track record of delivering cost savings and improving supplier performance.
- The ability to manage international suppliers and collaborate across global teams.
- Strong stakeholder management skills and the confidence to influence at all levels.
- A strategic mindset combined with a hands-on, results-driven approach.
The opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join an international manufacturing organisation where procurement has a direct impact on business performance. You will have the autonomy to shape supplier strategies, influence commercial decisions and contribute to the continued development of a global purchasing function.
If you're ready to take the next step in your procurement career, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.