Commodity Buyer
CV-LibraryBerinsfield, OxfordshirepermanentPosted: 31 July 2026
Apply NowWe are recruiting for a Commodity Buyer in Wallingford, South Oxfordshire to join a leading engineering and manufacturing business. This is a full time permanent position which is on site.
You'll manage a specialist commodity group, taking responsibility for the cost-effective procurement of materials, supplier relationships, and ensuring on-time delivery to support production. Working closely with engineering, planning and production teams, you'll drive supplier performance and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities of a Commodity Buyer
* Raise purchase orders in line with production and business requirements.
* Ensure materials are delivered on time to support manufacturing demand.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
* Monitor supplier performance and drive improvements where required.
* Maintain accurate supplier information and purchase order data within the ERP system.
* Keep delivery dates up to date within SAP.
* Work collaboratively with engineering, planning and production teams.
* Support cost-effective purchasing strategies across your commodity area.
Requirements of a Commodity Buyer:
* Previous buying/purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment.
* Experience managing suppliers and procurement activities.
* ERP experience (SAP desirable).
* Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
* The ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering data.
* Experience within one or more of the following commodity areas would be beneficial:
- Engines & Mechanical Components
- Composites
- Marine Components
PLEASE NOTE: NO SPONSORSHIP IS PROVIDED WITH THIS POSITION
If you are interested in the Commodity Buyer based in Wallingford, South Oxfordshire, please apply today
You'll manage a specialist commodity group, taking responsibility for the cost-effective procurement of materials, supplier relationships, and ensuring on-time delivery to support production. Working closely with engineering, planning and production teams, you'll drive supplier performance and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities of a Commodity Buyer
* Raise purchase orders in line with production and business requirements.
* Ensure materials are delivered on time to support manufacturing demand.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
* Monitor supplier performance and drive improvements where required.
* Maintain accurate supplier information and purchase order data within the ERP system.
* Keep delivery dates up to date within SAP.
* Work collaboratively with engineering, planning and production teams.
* Support cost-effective purchasing strategies across your commodity area.
Requirements of a Commodity Buyer:
* Previous buying/purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment.
* Experience managing suppliers and procurement activities.
* ERP experience (SAP desirable).
* Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
* The ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering data.
* Experience within one or more of the following commodity areas would be beneficial:
- Engines & Mechanical Components
- Composites
- Marine Components
PLEASE NOTE: NO SPONSORSHIP IS PROVIDED WITH THIS POSITION
If you are interested in the Commodity Buyer based in Wallingford, South Oxfordshire, please apply today