Commercial Contract Officer in Dewsbury

Job description

UNICAT Catalyst is a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-quality catalysts and adsorbent materials. We serve industries worldwide, including oil, gas, petrochemical, DRI, methanol, ammonia, and hydrogen.

Our mission is built upon three core values:

Innovative Catalyst and Process Technology Partner: We drive progress through cutting-edge solutions.

Dedicated Collaboration: We work closely with partners to develop effective solutions.

Adaptable and Flexible: We focus on enhancing customer profitability, sustainability, and efficiency.

Employee Benefits:

• Free eye test (free pair of glasses worth up to £50)
• Yearly health check
• PAM Assist (Employee well-being programme)
• Discretionary Annual bonus Scheme
• Death-in-service benefit (up to three times annual salary)
• Pension (company matched up to 6%)
• Onsite parking
• Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme (buy up to 5 extra days

Position: Commercial Officer

Location: Dewsbury with international travel/secondment

Hours: Full-time, permanent role with flexibility to work with international time differences

Salary: £27,000 - £30,000

Job Overview

The Commercial Officer is responsible for identifying, onboarding, and managing suppliers to ensure consistent quality, cost-effectiveness, and risk mitigation. This role involves close collaboration with the commercial, quality, and operations teams to ensure suppliers meet company standards and support business objectives.

A short-term assignment (up to 3 months) with our U.S commercial team is included, offering international exposure and potential for future global opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Sourcing & Development

• Identify and source new suppliers to create competitive alternatives to current suppliers.
• Oversee projects to replicate products in order to enable supplier changes where necessary.

Supplier Onboarding & Qualification

• Manage communication and onboarding processes for new suppliers.
• Oversee qualification processes for new suppliers and their products in line with company processes.

Supplier Communication & Coordination

• Clearly communicate all supplier changes to the commercial team and relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure alignment on quality and delivery expectations.
• Visiting supplier sites to conduct audits checks.

Quality & Compliance Oversight

• Track and evaluate quality performance of currently qualified suppliers.
• File and manage complaints from customers against suppliers, ensuring timely resolution.
• Participate in investigations into supplier quality failures and oversee corrective actions.
• Track and assess risk factors for new suppliers and implement preventive measures to avoid quality issues.
• Reporting & Continuous Improvement
• Work with the commercial team on supplier performance, risks, and recommended actions.
• Maintain accurate supplier records, performance data, and compliance documentation.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Qualification in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in supplier sourcing and quality management.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and risk awareness.
• Knowledge of quality control processes and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Supplier relationship management.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• Data-driven decision making.
• Collaboration and cross-functional communication.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Dewsbury

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

12-08-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English