Commodity Specialist

About the role

The Commodity Specialist will act as the bridge between engineering, procurement and the supply base, supporting both day‑to‑day operational delivery and long‑term sourcing strategy for electronic components.

Key responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activity for electronic components, initially focusing on printed circuit boards (PCBs).
• Identify and evaluate alternative components, ensuring technical compatibility and commercial viability.
• Support engineering teams with component selection and provide design‑related procurement input.
• Drive supply‑risk mitigation strategies, including dual‑sourcing and multi‑sourcing approaches.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, distributors and internal stakeholders.
• Analyse market conditions to inform sourcing strategies and long‑term planning.
• Provide hands‑on support in resolving sourcing challenges and supply shortages.

Required profile

• Proven experience sourcing electronic components such as PCBs, semiconductors or similar.
• Strong understanding of supplier and distributor networks within the electronics sector.
• Ability to assess component alternatives and manage sourcing decisions around cost, risk and availability.
• Experience working closely with engineering or product development teams.
• Commercial awareness and negotiation capability.
• Proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with the ability to operate at pace.

Required skills

• Knowledge of electronic component supplier and distributor networks.
• Ability to assess technical compatibility and commercial viability of alternative components.
• Strong commercial awareness and supplier negotiation skills.