Indirect Commodity Manager

Vertiv; Campsie; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking an Indirect Commodity Manager to drive procurement strategies across the UK and Ireland. The role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on indirect sourcing categories. Successful candidates will possess strong negotiation skills and a bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field. This position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including health insurance and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Health Insurance

Pension

Life Assurance

20 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays

Dynamic, expanding team with career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of successful contract management.
• Familiarity with CSA / MEP disciplines procurement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies across indirect spend areas.
• Drive cost savings and supplier performance improvements.
• Lead supplier sourcing, negotiation, and management.

Skills

Indirect Sourcing (Capex, MRO, Services)

Negotiation skills

Project Cost management

Communication skills

Global Supply Base knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Job description

Indirect Commodity Manager – Burnfoot or Campise / Derry

Who are we?

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $ billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Summary

Vertiv are hiring for an Indirect Commodity Manager to be based in either Burnfoot, Donegal or Campise, Derry.

The Indirect Commodity Manager will manage the following categories : Capex, MRO, Services, Consumables, IT / Telecom, Facilities, Logistics, Professional Services, main scope Ireland and UK.

Role Expectations & Deliverables

• Develop and execute category strategies across indirect spend areas.
• Drive cost savings, value creation, and supplier performance improvements while ensuring supply continuity.
• Lead supplier sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and ongoing relationship management.
• Partner with internal stakeholders (Operations, Engineering, Finance, IT, HR, Facilities) to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
• Conduct spend analysis and market intelligence to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Manage supplier risk, ensuring compliance with company policies, sustainability goals, and regulatory requirements.
• Implement supplier performance metrics (KPIs, SLAs) and conduct regular supplier business reviews.
• Support capital project sourcing and contract management for large-scale equipment or infrastructure investments.
• Optimize inventory, maintenance, and consumables purchasing processes to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
• Drive innovation through supplier collaboration, bringing in new technologies, services, or process improvements.
• Manage RFx processes (RFI / RFP / RFQ) and ensure competitive bidding aligned with best-in-class procurement practices.
• Collaborate with Finance to deliver annual savings targets and provide accurate forecasting / reporting of spend.
• Champion digital procurement tools and data-driven decision-making for efficiency and transparency.
• Ensure adherence to ethical sourcing, ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) standards, and corporate compliance policies.
• Act as a change agent to promote best practices in procurement and supplier management across the organization.

Requirements

• Experienced in Indirect Sourcing : (Capex, MRO, Services, Consumables, IT / Telecom, Facilities, Logistics, Professional Services).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of successful contract management.
• Strong Costing knowledge / principles
• Exposure to Project Cost management
• Exposure to / Knowledge of International standards
• Global Supply Base knowledge
• Familiarity with CSA / MEP disciplines procurement
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

Education & Certifications :

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits :

• Competitive base salary
• Health Insurance
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• 20 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays
• Dynamic, expanding team with significant opportunities for career progression, international travel, and personal development.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviours to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS :

• Safety
• Integrity
• Respect
• Teamwork
• Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development