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Commodity Manager

Job Posted: 9 hours ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: UB9, Denham Green, Buckinghamshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Commodity Manager – Energetic Materials & Pyrotechnic Devices

Location: Denham

Martin-Baker is the world’s leading manufacturer of ejection and crashworthy seats, having saved over 7,800 lives to date. We combine cutting-edge engineering with a clear mission: protecting aircrew worldwide.

We are looking for a strategic and commercially driven Commodity Manager to take ownership of a critical supply chain area focused on energetic materials and pyrotechnic devices. This is a unique opportunity to shape sourcing strategy within a highly specialised and safety-critical environment.

The Role

As Commodity Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of commodity strategies to ensure a resilient, low-risk, and high-performing supply chain. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and key suppliers to support operational performance and long-term business objectives.

What You’ll Be Doing

  * Developing and delivering commodity strategies aligned to business objectives

  * Creating and managing long-term supply chain plans

  * Leading make vs buy decisions and supporting capability development

  * Managing supply chain risk and implementing mitigation strategies

  * Building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers and partners

  * Leading supplier negotiations and supporting cost analysis activities

  * Collaborating with Engineering, Programmes, Quality, and Operations teams

  * Supporting resolution of technical, quality, and delivery challenges

  * Representing the supply chain in customer and regulatory interactions where required

What We’re Looking For

  * Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or commodity management within engineering or manufacturing

  * Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills

  * Experience managing complex or high-risk supply chains

  * Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications (desirable)

  * Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make clear recommendations

  * Experience working with specialist or regulated suppliers (desirable)

Qualifications

Degree / HND (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field

CIPS (or equivalent) qualification is advantageous

Why Join Us?

Work on life-saving aerospace technology

Influence strategic sourcing decisions in a critical commodity area

Collaborate with experts across engineering and supply chain

Gain exposure to highly specialised global supply markets

Benefits

9% non-contributory pension (18+)

Early finish on Fridays

4x salary Life Assurance (18+)

Personalised training & development plan

Healthcare Cash Plan

25 days holiday + bank holidays (with option to buy more)

Cycle to Work & nursery benefits

Discounts via the Martin-Baker+ platform

Your Interview Journey

Initial telephone interview with Recruitment

First stage (Microsoft Teams) with Hiring Manager

Final stage: face-to-face technical and competency interview

Please note: This role requires UK Government security clearance. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and currently reside in the UK

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