Commodity Buyer

Protec Fire & Security Group Ltd; Nelson; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Protec Fire & Security Group Ltd is seeking a Senior Commodity Buyer to drive procurement across major spend categories in the UK. The role focuses on developing and executing commodity strategies to improve quality, cost and delivery while mitigating supply risk.

You will negotiate contracts, monitor market trends, build supplier relationships and lead cross-functional procurement activities to support business objectives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience on a significant commodity spend.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills with an analytical, data-driven approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; proficient with MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Self-motivated, able to manage workload and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and compliance with relevant standards; works accurately under pressure.
• Resilient and able to handle multiple priorities and changing demands.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver commodity strategies using market analysis and strategic sourcing to improve quality, cost and delivery while reducing supply risk.
• Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing and terms, manage logistics, and establish Long-Term Agreements supporting profitability and BOM cost control.
• Monitor market trends and regulatory requirements to inform long-term cost planning and ensure company policy compliance.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, assess capability and potential for growth.
• Identify, assess and onboard new suppliers, prioritise audits with Quality on supplier data and control of the supply chain.
• Lead cross-functional procurement meetings, communicate strategy, resolve actions, and report against KPIs.

Skills

Commodity spend management

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Negotiation

Contract management

Data-driven analysis

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior Commodity Buyer's primary purpose is to ensure effective and efficient flow of goods. Develop and execute Commodity Strategies that drive long-term improvements in Quality, Cost and Delivery performance. Establish and maintain good Supplier relationships, and where appropriate introduce Long Term Supplier Agreements

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver commodity strategies using market analysis and strategic sourcing to improve quality, cost and delivery while reducing supply risk.
• Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing and terms, manage logistics, and establish Long-Term Agreements that support profitability and effective Bill of Materials cost control.
• Monitor market trends, regulatory requirements and commercial volatility to inform long-term cost planning and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and existing suppliers, assessing capability, capacity, dependencies, quality systems and potential for growth.
• Identify, assess and onboard new suppliers, working with Quality to prioritise audits, maintain accurate supplier data and strengthen control of the supply chain.
• Lead cross-functional procurement meetings, communicate strategy, resolve actions, report against KPIs, drive continuous improvement and support wider team priorities.

About you

• Demonstratable experience on a significant commodity spend
• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, and is confident using Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrates strong negotiation and contract management skills, supported by an analytical and data-driven approach.
• Is self-motivated and able to manage workload independently to achieve targets and meet deadlines.
• Works accurately and methodically, with strong organisational skills and close attention to detail to ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Remains resilient under pressure, managing multiple priorities and adapting effectively to changing or unplanned demands.
• Shows integrity and a strong performance ethic, working collaboratively and motivating others to complete tasks on time