Commodity Manager - Electronics

Where Strategy Meets Sky-High Standards!
Step into a high-impact role where you’ll take charge of a critical electronics supply chain, shaping smart sourcing strategy in one of the most specialised, safety-first environments in the industry.
Direct Impact, Global Scale. Life-Saving Mission.
At Martin-Baker, the work we do matters. We design, manufacture and support life-saving equipment used by aircrew around the world. Our products operate in demanding environments, where quality, reliability and attention to detail are critical.
We’re proud of our long history in aerospace and defence, also focused on the future. Joining Martin-Baker means becoming part of a business with a clear purpose, strong engineering capability and a long-term commitment to its people, products and customers.
Whether you work in engineering, operations, commercial, finance, supply chain or support functions, your contribution helps deliver equipment that protects lives. It is challenging work, but it is also meaningful, and with over 7,700 lives saved, it gives our people the opportunity to be part of something with real impact.
The Opportunity
As Commodity Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of commodity strategies to ensure a resilient, low-risk, and high-performing supply chain. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and key suppliers to support operational performance and long-term business objectives.
What You’ll Do
* Develop and deliver commodity strategies aligned to business goals
* Create and execute long-term supply chain plans
* Lead make vs buy decisions and support capability development
* Manage supply chain risk and implement effective mitigation strategies
* Build strong supplier relationships and lead commercial negotiations
* Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve technical, quality, and delivery challenges
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or commodity management within engineering or manufacturing
* Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
* Experience managing complex or high-risk supply chains
* Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications (desirable)
* Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make clear recommendations
* Experience working with specialist or regulated suppliers (desirable)
* Degree / HND (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field
* CIPS (or equivalent) qualification is advantageous
* Share and demonstrate the Martin-Baker
Our Values
At Martin-Baker, we value professionalism, understanding, teamwork, humility, accountability and integrity. We look for people who take pride in their work, collaborate openly and act with care because the work we do matters.
What We Offer
* Excellent pension package with strong employer support — Martin-Baker contributes 9% of your salary (non-contributory to the employee)
* Life Assurance
* Lunchtime finish on a Friday
* Personalised training and development plan
* Healthcare plan
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
* Martin-Baker + (retail discounts platform)
* Occupational Health team
* Workplace Nursery Benefit scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
How to Apply / Your Interview Journey
Please submit your CV and should you wish, a brief covering letter outlining your suitability, including any relevant experience, skills and expertise you can bring to the role.
After submitting your application, your details will be reviewed and the recruitment team will be in touch.
First stage interview – an initial virtual discussion to explore your background, motivations and suitability for the role.
Final stage interview – a face-to-face technical assessment with members of the electronics leadership team, allowing you to demonstrate your technical capability and approach.
We believe in equal opportunity, committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected. We want you to be able to do your best work.
Martin-Baker is a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, showing our support and commitment to our Armed Forces and their families, proudly supporting those who serve.
This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).
The role also involves access to information governed by U.S. Export Control Laws (including ITAR); therefore, all applicants must satisfy ITAR eligibility requirements