Commodity Manager - Professional Services

Professional Services (Legal, Finance, Business Development and Logistics) Commodity Manager develops sourcing strategies and business cases, selects sources, negotiates and manages supplier agreements of various types. Liaises with suppliers at various management levels to drive improvement and resolve disputes. Contributes to business area and stakeholder functional strategies via specific commodity strategies. Manages and monitors supply chain and supports the drive for business growth, efficiency, profitability and intercompany relationships. Main Duties (Leading and/or supporting):

• Liaising with peers from other functions and RTX businesses and the Functional LT.
• Leads or supports cross-functional teams in conducting Make v Buy exercises and developing and deploying commodity strategies of medium complexity.
• These strategies include:
• indirect spend commodities,
• target Return on Investment (ROI),
• commodity risk management,
• service levels, and
• approved/preferred suppliers.
• Engages with stakeholder functional leads regarding supplier bid and selection criteria.
• Participates in / leads supplier assessments and supplier development activity teams, including the administration of appropriate due diligence activity
• Leverages commodity opportunities and synergies across RTX.
• Ensures that strategies are in alignment with market conditions, Raytheon requirements, goals and growth plans.
• Leverages supplier and industry capabilities in conjunction with stakeholder functions to align functional strategies and identify gaps to link supplier capabilities with Raytheon requirements.
• Develops and manages tenders. Performs or supports cost and price analysis, develops negotiation strategies, and leads negotiations in order to create value for money outcomes for procuring goods and services
• Produces business cases/ briefing materials for management reviews
• Works with suppliers and functional stakeholders to achieve collaborative partnering, strategic relationship management to deliver required service level KPIs
• Establishes and manages supplier relationships to include supplier continuous improvement/development goals.
• Executes to customer requirements including government regulations, public law and Raytheon policies and procedures.
• Actively promotes the contributions that the function can make to achieving corporate objectives across the organisation, with stakeholders and with the supply chain.
• Continually assesses and promotes sustainable and responsible procurement, including social, cultural and diversity values in the organisation and throughout the supply chain.
• Utilises project management skills and techniques when managing suppliers.
• Evaluates the challenges faced by the organisation and the supply chains and takes action to mitigate risks and to develop opportunities.
  
  Essential:
• Experience in Supply Chain, Subcontract Management, Procurement, Commodity and/or related field
• Related degree/MCIPS or equivalent
• Experience in managing stakeholder groups
• Knowledge of Legal, Finance, Business Development, and/or Logistics commodity management
• Flexible and positive attitude
• Able to lead or perform effectively in a multi-functional team
• Excellent verbal and written communications and ability to brief at mid-mgmt level
• Knowledge of import/export legislation and logistical requirements
• Strong contract management experience including negotiating complex non-standard agreements.
• Experience of delivering continuous improvement. Experience of problem solving and dispute resolution at mid-management level
• Experience or knowledge of MRP, SAP and purchase order placement/ material receipt processes
Desirable:
• Programme management skills
• Experience in development of operational plans that generates processes and standards in support of the functional strategy and goals.
• Experience developing and managing Subcontractor Relationship Management and collaborative working
• Process improvement skillset
• Experience of working with international suppliers/programmes
  
  At Raytheon UK, we take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer, we are dedicated to fuelling innovation, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of excellence.
Joining our team means being part of an organisation that shapes the future of national security whilst investing in your growth and personal development. We provide a collaborative environment, abundant opportunities for professional development, and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we're building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world. Our business As a leading defence and aerospace company operating across the United Kingdom, Raytheon UK helps to solve our customers' toughest challenges. We are a major supplier to the UK government and customers around the globe, providing defence solutions across all domains: land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. We also provide digital and training transformation solutions to commercial and military customers. With circa 2000 employees and major facilities operating throughout the UK including Broughton (Wales), Livingston and Glenrothes (Scotland), and Harlow, Gloucester, and Manchester (England); we are committed to investing in British careers and technology development., Raytheon UK is a landed company and part of the wider RTX organisation. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, but with over 180,000 employees globally across every continent, RTX provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide and comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon., Supporting over 35,000 jobs across 13 UK sites, RTX is helping to drive prosperity. Each year our work contributes over £2.7bn to the UK economy and offers a wealth of opportunities to 4,000 suppliers across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. We're investing in all corners of the country, supporting 29,040 jobs in England, 3,040 in Northern Ireland, 1,900 in Scotland and 1,600 in Wales. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Raytheon UK, we are committed to fostering a workplace that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) as fundamental pillars of our organisational culture. We believe that the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our employees are invaluable assets that drive innovation and excellence in everything we do. In embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion, Raytheon UK strengthens its ability to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges. We are proud to create a workplace where all individuals can thrive and contribute to the advancement of technology, security, and a better future for all. Our aim is for our employees to produce the best work of their lives so together we build a stronger, more inclusive future.


• Competitive salaries.
• 25 days holiday + statutory public holidays, plus opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days (37hr)
• Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)
• Company bonus scheme (discretionary).
• 6 times salary 'Life Assurance' with pension.
• Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes, including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work amongst others.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave.
• Car / Car allowance (dependant on grade/ role)
• Private Medical Insurance (dependant on grade)
Work Culture
• 37hr working week, although hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site-specific arrangements.
• Early 1.30pm finish Friday, start your weekend early!
• Remote, hybrid and site based working opportunities, dependant on your needs and the requirements of the role.
• A grownup flexible working culture that is output, not time spent at desk, focussed. More formal flexible working arrangements can also be requested and assessed subject to the role. Please enquire or highlight any request to our Talent Acquisition team to explore the flexible working possibilities.
• Up to 5 paid days volunteering each year.