Commodity Manager Procurement

Job title: Commodity Manager Procurement

Location Leicester

Salary: £65,000

The Opportunity

We’re hiring a commercially sharp Commodity Manager to take ownership of key categories and drive real impact across the companies supply chain.

This is a high-visibility role where you’ll shape sourcing strategy, influence business decisions, and unlock value through smart procurement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and know how to balance cost, quality, and risk — this is for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Own and deliver category strategies that drive value and secure supply
• Stay ahead of the market — track commodity trends, pricing, and risk
• Lead supplier negotiations and contracts to get the best commercial outcomes
• Drive cost savings and efficiencies across your categories
• Build strong, strategic supplier partnerships
• Run tenders and continuously improve supplier performance
• Play a key role in budgeting and managing Purchase Price Variance (PPV)
• Collaborate across the business to deliver commercial and operational wins
• Support ESG goals within the supply chain
• Mentor team members and help raise the bar across procurement

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years’ experience in commodity procurement (food manufacturing is a big plus)
• Strong commercial instinct and confident negotiation skills
• Solid understanding of global supply markets and risk management
• Experience managing suppliers and driving performance
• Analytical mindset — comfortable working with data and insights
• ERP/MRP system experience
• Ability to influence, challenge, and deliver results
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on solutions

Why This Role?

• Real ownership and autonomy
• Opportunity to shape strategy, not just execute it
• A fast-moving, collaborative environment
• The chance to make a visible impact on business performance