Genuit Group
Commodity Manager - Polymer
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Part of the Genuit Group, we combine long-term stability with a culture built on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. We encourage fresh ideas, invest in development, and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace where everyone feels like they belong.
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Role Overview
This role sits within the Water Management Division of Genuit Group, encompassing a portfolio of well-established businesses including Polypipe Building Products, Polypipe Civils, and Polypipe Building Services.
We welcome applications from candidates based locally or within a central proximity to our key sites, which include Doncaster, Horncastle, and Kent.
This role is responsible for developing and delivering category strategies across a defined portfolio of spend, ensuring security of supply, cost competitiveness, and robust contractual frameworks across multiple sites. It plays a key part in driving procurement value by managing supplier relationships, leading commercial negotiations, and influencing stakeholders to align with broader business objectives.
With a focus on polymer resins and additives, the position requires active management of commodity market volatility, key raw material cost drivers, and supply risks. The role ensures procurement strategies are closely aligned with production requirements, product formulations, and operational performance.
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Operating within a strategic, multi-site environment, the role demands strong commercial judgement, in-depth market insight, and the ability to work effectively within a matrix organization.
Key Responsibilities
Category Strategy and Ownership
- Develop and deliver short-, medium-, and long-term category strategies while analyzing market dynamics, cost drivers, and supply risks
- Track commodity indices to inform pricing and negotiations
- Lead sourcing decisions aligned to business and technical needs
- Maintain supplier segmentation and sourcing roadmap
Commercial & Contract Management
- Lead commercial negotiations (pricing, terms, protections) & Ensure robust contractual frameworks across suppliers
- Drive total cost of ownership improvements
- Manage contract lifecycle, renewals, and re-tenders
Supplier Management & Performance
- Build and manage strategic supplier relationships while implementing performance management (Quality, Cost, Delivery)
- Lead supplier reviews, improvements, and escalations
- Identify and onboard alternative suppliers
Risk & Supply Chain Resilience
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- Identify and mitigate supply and operational risks while ensuring continuity of supply across sites
- Develop contingency plans for key suppliers
- Monitor market volatility and capacity constraints
Stakeholder Management & Influence
- Act as commercial lead across multiple sites
- Influence senior stakeholders across functions
- Challenge demand, specifications, and sourcing approaches
- Drive procurement process compliance and governance
Performance & Delivery
- Deliver against KPIs (cost savings, performance, contract coverage)
- Improve payment terms and cost efficiency
- Provide clear reporting and category insights
Continuous Improvement
- Drive process improvements and efficiencies
- Support standardization across sites and categories
Your Experience
- Proven category/commodity management experience in manufacturing
- Strong commercial negotiation and contract management track record
- Experience managing multi-site or regional spend
- Strong commercial acumen and analytical mindset
- Ability to influence stakeholders in a matrix environment
- Knowledge of procurement, supply chain, and contract frameworks
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing processes
- Able to manage priorities, travel, and work autonomously with results focus
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