Commodity Buyer

6w1 month ago

Alexander-Dennis

Larbert, GB · Full-time · £35,000 – £45,000

About this role

At Alexander Dennis, our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation. As a Commodity Buyer, you will take ownership of a defined group of commodities, driving value through effective sourcing, supplier management, and cost reduction initiatives.

You’ll develop and implement commodity strategies aligned to business objectives and lead supplier negotiations. Collaborating with cross-functional teams ensures performance, quality, and commercial success across the supply chain.

You will work in a fast-paced environment alongside commercially astute professionals. The role demands confidence in negotiation, the ability to influence stakeholders, and skill in analysing market trends to deliver value.

You will have the opportunity to contribute to a mission that reduces emissions and improves air quality. The company offers development and growth through training programmes, mentorship, and opportunities to take on new roles.

Requirements

Commercially astute procurement professional with experience managing commodities and supplier relationships in a fast-paced environment.
Confident in negotiation and capable of influencing stakeholders.
Skilled at analysing market trends to deliver value.
Strong communication, organisation, and ability to work collaboratively across teams.
Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment (preferred).
Knowledge of global sourcing and supply market analysis (preferred).
Professional qualification in Purchasing or Supply (e.g. CIPS) or a relevant business degree (preferred).

Responsibilities

Take ownership of a defined group of commodities.
Drive value through effective sourcing, supplier management, and cost reduction initiatives.
Develop and implement commodity strategies aligned to business objectives.
Lead supplier negotiations and negotiate contracts and terms.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure performance, quality, and commercial success across the supply chain.
Analyse market trends to deliver value and inform sourcing decisions.
Manage supplier performance and relationships to support business objectives.

Benefits

Be part of something that’s changing cities, improving air quality, and helping public transport evolve.
Training programmes, mentorship, and opportunities to take on new roles.
Inclusive environment where your voice matters.
Competitive salary.
Pension.
Wellbeing support.
Cycle to work scheme.
Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.