Commodity Buyer

Alexander Dennis; Larbert; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bus manufacturing company in Scotland is seeking two Commodity Buyers to manage automotive parts procurement. Successful candidates will develop long-term strategies, negotiate contracts, and maintain supplier relationships. The role is pivotal in driving cost savings and enhancing supplier performance. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of related experience and strong negotiation skills. Join a team committed to sustainability and innovation.

Benefits

Generous salary package

Flexible working options

Ongoing employee development

Annual leave entitlement increasing with tenure

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a similar role.
• Knowledge of sourcing and supplier management.
• Ability to work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Negotiate supply agreements.
• Manage supplier performance.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Commercial acumen

Education

Professional qualification in Purchasing or Supply (CIPS)

Relevant business degree

Job description

Commodity Buyer x2

Larbert

We're leading the transition to zero-emission mobility.

Alexander Dennis is a global leader in the design and manufacture of double deck buses and is the UK’s largest bus manufacturer.

At Alexander Dennis, and across NFI and our family of brands, we are helping to save the planet. Through our Sustainability Pledge, which guides our daily actions and long-term planning, we are passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world. To learn more about our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) journey check our website. Our diverse, dynamic and resourceful team members embrace challenges every day which makes us the successful international company that we are.

Are you ready to embrace the challenge? Come build the future with us and apply directly to your dream job!

POSITION SUMMARY:
Are you a commercially savvy procurement professional with experience in automotive parts? We're looking for a skilled Commodity Buyer to take ownership of a defined set of commodities, delivering cost savings and driving supplier performance. Based at our Larbert site, you’ll lead strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiate supply agreements, and build strong relationships across the supply chain to support our global operations.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Commodity management at Alexander Dennis Larbert Office for a defined group of commodities

• Develop and implement long term buying strategies for defined categories
• Deliver material cost savings on time to budget
• Ensure effective contractual supply agreements are in place with all key suppliers
• Develop consistent sourcing and supplier selection process
• Develop and utilise supply market intelligence for commercial gain
• Identify and action supplier completion and collaboration opportunities as appropriate
• Ensure effective management of key supplier relations and performance
• Develop risk management strategies for specific commodities
• Maintain and develop supplier qualification and Approved Vendor List
• Preparation of key metrics/reporting within the team
• Support buyers at Quarterly Business Reviews with key suppliers and stake holders
• Manage key projects as and when delegated by procurement manager
• Supplier performance and relations management
• Lives and role models the company Values and culture at all times.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of procurement and commodity management - including sourcing, commercial negotiation, supplier management and global sourcing is required
• Excellent commercial & business acumen
• Excellent supplier relationship management skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Excellent negotiation and persuasion skills.
• Ability to convince others and influence outcomes.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams to achieve business goals and objectives.
• Ability to build strong relationships both internally and externally
• Ability to plan activities, meet assigned schedules and achieve planned targets and objectives.
• 3 years in a similar role
• The candidate should preferably have a professional qualification in Purchasing or Supply (such as CIPS) or a relevant business degree

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Generous salary package – we reward our people at the level they deserve.
• A 37-hour working week, with flexible working options, giving you that much needed work/life balance.
• Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives along with tuition subsidies for courses at outside institutions.
• Annual leave entitlement which increases with tenure.
• Pension scheme to help you save for the future.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers practical, impartial support on issues impacting your life.
• Cycle to work scheme.

OUR WHY:

We move people. The world's most precious cargo.

We are driven by our purpose: we move people. Our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility and our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

NEXT STEPS:

If this sounds like you, and you’re interested in coming ‘aboard’, then we would love to hear from you. Please complete our online application form and attach your CV!

We care deeply about being inclusive and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

If you are an internal applicant, you have a responsibility to inform your current line/department manager and local human resources representative before applying for the role.

Due to the volume of vacancies and applications, we would prefer that you submit your application online. If however, you require an alternative method of applying, please give us call on [phone] or send an email to [e-mail]

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