Commodity Manager

6 days ago


StokeonTrent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Rapiscan Systems Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

Rapiscan Systems is a global leader in detection technology, delivering cutting-edge cargo and vehicle inspection systems for ports, borders, military, and high-security facilities. Our mission is to help customers combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud through innovative, reliable, and high-performance solutions.

About the Role

We're seeking a dynamic Commodity Manager to lead strategic procurement initiatives across our global Cargo sites. This is a high-impact role with significant autonomy, where you'll shape the future of our supply chain by developing supplier relationships, driving cost-effective sourcing strategies, and mentoring a global commodity team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead procurement activities for assigned commodities, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.
  • Develop and implement strategic supplier relationships and sourcing strategies.
  • Drive operational excellence and innovation in procurement processes.
  • Support NPD/NPI teams to align sourcing with product roadmaps.
  • Monitor market trends, cost structures, and competitive landscapes to identify new opportunities.
  • Manage supplier performance, obsolescence issues, and multi-site procurement projects.
  • Negotiate contracts covering cost, quality, delivery, and compliance.
  • Lead strategic reviews with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Support make-or-buy decisions and engineering change orders.
  • Ensure procurement systems comply with ISO standards.

What We're Looking For

Education: Bachelor's in Business Administration or Supply Chain preferred. Equivalent experience (8–10 years) considered.

Experience:

  • Proven background in procurement and supply chain management
  • Commodity purchasing (IT, electrical/electronic, mechanical, fabrication)
  • Operations experience in materials/inventory management (a plus)

Skills & Certifications:

  • MCIPS/APICS or equivalent
  • Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management
  • Demonstrated cost reduction achievements
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel: VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas)
  • Proficiency in MRP/ERP systems (Navision/D365 preferred)
  • Agile PLM experience
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, cost drivers, and ISO quality methods

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary
  • Career development opportunities
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays (up to 29 days after 10 years)
  • Life insurance (4x basic salary)
  • Charity leave (2 paid days)
  • Birthday leave (1 paid day)
  • Pension plan
  • Company car lease scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Staff discounts
  • Electric Car Scheme


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