Commodity Buyer

Dubizzle Limited; Scarborough; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation firm is seeking a Commodity Buyer to take ownership of commodity strategies and drive cost reduction initiatives. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of procurement experience, strong supplier management skills, and a relevant professional qualification. The role involves negotiating agreements and identifying opportunities for value improvement in an inclusive and dynamic environment. Competitive salary and great benefits offered, including wellbeing support and development programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in a similar procurement role.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to influence outcomes and manage supplier performance.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a defined group of commodities.
• Create strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and manage supplier performance.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier management

Commercial acumen

Education

Professional qualification in Purchasing or Supply (CIPS preferred)

Relevant business degree

Job description

Job Title: Commodity Buyer

Location: Larbert or Scarborough

Our Vision & Why It Matters

At Alexander Dennis, our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility.

We design, deliver, and support market-leading buses and coaches that help reduce emissions, improve air quality, and keep communities connected. Every role contributes to that mission whether you’re engineering, driving sales, improving production, or supporting our customers.

What You’ll Do

You’ll take ownership of a defined group of commodities, creating strategies aligned with business objectives and driving cost reduction initiatives. You’ll manage supplier performance, negotiate commercial agreements, and identify opportunities for value improvement and risk mitigation.

What We’re Looking For

You’ll have at least 3 years’ experience in a similar procurement role, with thorough knowledge of sourcing, negotiation, supplier management, and global procurement practices. Strong commercial acumen, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to influence outcomes are essential. A professional qualification in Purchasing or Supply (such as CIPS) or a relevant business degree is preferred.

Bonus if you have:

• Experience developing commodity strategies and risk management plans
• Strong supplier relationship management skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally to achieve business goals

What We Offer

Impact: Be part of something that’s changing cities, improving air quality, helping public transport evolve.

Development & Growth: Training programmes, mentorship, opportunities to take on new roles, broaden skills.

Culture & Belonging: An inclusive environment; your voice matters; we treat people fairly.

Perks & Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, wellbeing support, cycle to work scheme, enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.

Our Values – What Guides Us

Safety: The health and wellbeing of our team members, and the safety of our products, are our top priority.

Quality: We strive for excellence in our products, services, and all that we do.

Integrity: We act with honesty, transparency and integrity, treating each other with respect in a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions, seeking to build trust and earn a reputation for excellence and reliability.

Teamwork: We work with our team members, our supplier partners, and our customers to pursue mutual benefits.

Sustainability: We seek long term success for our business, our communities, and the environment through responsible sourcing, lean manufacturing, and sustainable operations.

How to Apply

If you see yourself growing with Alexander Dennis and contributing to our vision, we’d love to hear from you.

Please complete our online application form and attach your CV.

We care deeply about being inclusive and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

If you are an internal applicant, you have a responsibility to inform your current line/department manager and local human resources representative before applying for the role.

Due to the volume of vacancies and applications, we would prefer that you submit your application online. If however, you require an alternative method of applying, please give us a call on [phone] or send an email to [e-mail].