Commodity Buyer – Direct Materials

About the role

We are seeking a Commodity Buyer to lead sourcing, supplier management and commercial negotiations for direct‑material commodities. The role supports operational needs while driving cost‑reduction and productivity improvements.

Key responsibilities

• Manage sourcing and supplier‑management activities for assigned direct‑material commodities.
• Develop and execute commodity and supplier strategies.
• Conduct RFQ and RFI processes, analyse proposals and recommend sourcing decisions.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms and other commercial conditions.
• Monitor supplier performance on cost, quality, delivery and service.
• Analyse spending, market conditions and supplier capabilities to identify cost‑reduction opportunities.
• Support supplier consolidation, localisation and risk‑mitigation initiatives.
• Prepare financial analyses, cost comparisons and negotiation strategies.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Operations and Finance on supplier‑related requirements.
• Lead problem‑solving and supplier‑performance improvement activities, including periodic business reviews.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Materials Management, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing or related functions.
• Proven experience purchasing and negotiating direct materials.
• Strong supplier‑management, RFQ and commercial negotiation experience.
• Automotive or manufacturing industry experience is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and financial skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work cross‑functionally.
• Advanced English proficiency and availability to travel locally or regionally.

Required skills

• RFQ/RFI process management
• Financial analysis and cost comparison
• Negotiation and contract management
• Supplier performance monitoring