Strategic Commodity Manager — Rail Manufacturing

Hitachi Rail Limited; London Borough of Harrow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package with bonus potential

25 days holiday

Pension scheme with up to 9%

Private medical insurance

Group Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Hitachi Rail UK Limited is seeking a Commodity Manager to own a portfolio of commodities across rolling stock manufacturing, service and maintenance. The role oversees the full source-to-contract lifecycle, from planning to supplier performance, with close collaboration across stakeholders to secure commercial agreements that meet operational needs.

The ideal candidate will have commodity management experience, strong negotiation skills, knowledge of contract law, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Commercial procurement experience with supplier relationships.
• Experience negotiating contracts and provisions.
• Understanding of contract law and drafting across products/services.

Responsibilities

• Develop commodity plans aligned to category strategy.
• Lead sourcing events including RFX and e-auctions.
• Negotiate terms and provisions up to contract award.
• Support ERP/MRP supplier setup and contract handovers.

Skills

Negotiation

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional teamwork

Contract terms understanding

Independent problem solving

Tools

SAP

Contract Lifecycle Management tools

MS Office

Job description

Hitachi Rail UK Limited is seeking a Commodity Manager to own a portfolio of commodities across rolling stock manufacturing, service and maintenance. The role oversees the full source-to-contract lifecycle, from planning to supplier performance, with close collaboration across stakeholders to secure commercial agreements that meet operational needs.

The ideal candidate will have commodity management experience, strong negotiation skills, knowledge of contract law, and proficiency in