Senior Series Commodity Manager

Singer Group; Daventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

On-site parking

Pension

Job summary

Singer Vehicle Design is seeking an experienced Senior In Series Commodity Manager to drive procurement and supply chain activities in the UK. You will lead supplier selection, manage risk, negotiate costs, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of parts for vehicle production.

The role reports to the Procurement Manager and involves on-site work at the Woodford Halse site, with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Experience as a buyer or procurement professional.
• Background in low volume, high mix manufacturing.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial risk, sourcing activities and supplier contracts.
• Ensure timely order placement to support launches and operations.
• Manage high-risk and strategic on-site procurement projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to nominate suppliers.
• Monitor supplier adherence to Engineering Change Requests (ECRs).
• Negotiate costs using Total Delivered Costs (TDC) methodology.
• Track supplier performance and expedite parts when needed.
• Conduct supplier assessments both remotely and on site.
• Support cost management activities including Value Engineering and BoM maintenance.
• Follow supplier nomination processes to support operations.
• Assist Global Commodity Management with procurement strategies.
• Support reviews to improve supplier performance and efficiency.
• Mentor the In Series Commodity Manager.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Buyer

Procurement

Cross-functional teamwork

MS Office

ERP systems

Time management

Travel willingness

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About Us

Singer is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation; we are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: \"A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.\"

Senior In Series Commodity Manager

Location: Woodford Halse

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Procurement

Reports to: Procurement Manager

About Us

Singer is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation; we are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: \"A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.\"

We are proud to foster a collaborative and supportive environment where people can thrive. As we grow, we're looking for an experienced Senior Series Commodity Manager to join our team and support our “Everything Is Important” culture.

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the (UK/ US) Procurement Manager, the Senior In Series Commodity Manager will play a key role in leading the procurement and supply chain activities across the business to ensure of the successful delivery of Singers overall operational and commercial objectives. Working in a cross functional environment, the role is responsible for the creation and management of a stable, efficient and cost effective supply chain. By developing and maintaining strong internal and external relationships, the goal is to ensure the smooth and cost-efficient material flow to support our operations in a manner that demonstrates, “Everything is Important.”

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the commercial risk, sourcing activities and supply contracts activities required to support business operations and customer requirements
• Ensure all order requests and order placements with suppliers are processed on time to support the successful delivery of product launches and the business operational plan
• Management of high risk and / or strategic ‘on site’ procurement projects to meet or exceed internal and external customer requirements
• Working alongside but taking direction from the Global Commodity Management team, collaborate with cross functional teams to assess and nominate suppliers based on current and future business requirements
• Activate, monitor and manage supplier adherence to Engineering Change Requests (ECR’s) from point of introduction to vehicle fit
• Negotiate competitive parts and tooling costs using Total Delivered Costs (TDC) methodology, giving consideration to the global supply demand
• Lean and monitor supplier performance and expedite parts where necessary to support business operations and customer requirements
• Conduct supplier assessments both remotely and on site
• Lead, manage and actively support all cross functional cost management activities, including Value Add and Value Engineering activities, Product Lifecycle management and BoM maintenance and management
• Adherence to the supplier nomination process for all sourcing activities required to support business operations and customer requirements
• Support the Global Commodity Management team in the development and execution of Procurement Commodity Strategies
• Support cross functional reviews to identify and deliver improved supplier performance and efficiency gains
• Mentor the In Series Commodity Manager
• Perform other duties as required

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a buyer or similar Procurement role
• Strong background in low volume, high mix manufacturing or operational environments
• Experience of working within cross functional teams
• Proficient in working with MS Office and ERP systems
• Prior experience in rapid growth environment
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Team oriented, with a strong ability to multi task and work in a fast paced environment
• Strong organisational and problem solving skills with the ability to prioritise effectively and efficiently
• Excellent time management with an ability to balance multiple projects and timelines and to meet deadlines
• Prepared to occasionally travel for business purposes
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Wellness and employee support

Benefits

• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Private medical insurance
• On-site parking
• Free refreshments
• Company pension
• Company events

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we