Commodity Manager

We are looking for talented individuals to join our Purchasing team as a Commodity Manager at our Gloucester site. You'll play a key role in driving cost savings, strengthening supply chain performance, and influencing procurement decisions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.Location: GloucesterWorking Pattern: HybridAt Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed through a shared vision.As a Commodity Manager, you will lead the purchasing strategy for one or more commodities, ensuring Safran secures the best value, performance and long-term supplier partnerships. You will act as the key contact for your category within Safran UK, driving excellence in supplier management and contributing to major business objectives.Key Responsibilities- Draft, validate and deploy purchasing policies for assigned commodities- Ensure objectives are met in terms of cost savings and service levels- Coordinate actions with buyers across the Group when operating under a group mandate- Lead communication on purchasing policies within your scope- Act as the primary category contact for Safran UKWhat you'll bringEssential- Knowledge of purchasing methodologies and processes- Proficiency in written and spoken English- Strong numerical skills- Highly organised, structured and able to work using own initiative- Focused, task-oriented and resilient- Strong communication, listening and negotiation abilities- Understanding of Safran's technical environment- Knowledge of industrial and purchasing policies, including contract law- Familiarity with Lean-Sigma tools- Previous experience within a purchasing team using purchasing information systems- CIPS Level 4+ (or willingness to complete)- Degree-level education, preferably in a business-related fieldDesirable- Project Management qualification and experience- Customer Service trainingTPBN1_UKTJ