Commodity Leader
Job Summary
The Commodity Leader is responsible for developing and executing global commodity strategies that align with business objectives, optimize total cost of ownership, and ensure supply continuity across assigned categories.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement global commodity strategies aligned with business goals, product roadmaps, and demand forecasts
Conduct market intelligence analysis, including pricing trends, capacity constraints, and supplier landscape benchmarking
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFx processes, supplier selection, and contract execution
Apply total cost of ownership (TCO) models and should-cost analysis to inform sourcing decisions
Own strategic supplier relationships, driving performance across cost, quality, delivery, and innovation
Establish and lead supplier governance frameworks, including quarterly business reviews (QBRs) and executive escalations
Define and track supplier performance, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement
Develop supplier segmentation strategies and cultivate preferred/strategic supplier partnerships
Deliver measurable cost savings through negotiations, cost breakdown analysis, and value engineering initiatives
Identify and drive cost reduction opportunities through design-to-cost and specification optimization
Improve working capital through payment term optimization, inventory reduction, and supply chain efficiencies
Partner with engineering to influence design decisions and align sourcing strategies with product development new product introduction (NPI)
Collaborate with operations, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure material availability and operational continuity
Lead cross-functional sourcing projects and influence stakeholders to align with strategic sourcing outcomes
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including single/sole source dependencies and geopolitical exposure
Develop and execute risk mitigation strategies, including dual sourcing and supplier diversification
Lead crisis response efforts related to supplier disruptions, ensuring minimal impact to operations
Drive supplier-enabled innovation aligned with business and product strategies
Identify and onboard suppliers with advanced capabilities to support growth and competitive differentiation
Continuously evaluate and optimize the supply base to improve performance and resilience
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
5+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or commodity management
Demonstrated experience managing commodities such as raw materials, components, or indirect categories
Proven track record of negotiating complex contracts and delivering measurable cost savings
Experience conducting bid evaluations, cost analysis (TCO), and supplier assessments
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required, up to 25% of the year to support business objectives
Other Skills & Competencies
Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives
Negotiation & Influence: Strong commercial acumen and ability to drive outcomes in complex negotiations
Analytical Capability: Proficient in cost modeling, data analysis, and market intelligence interpretation
Cross-Functional Leadership: Ability to influence stakeholders across engineering, operations, and finance
Risk Management: Skilled in identifying and mitigating supply chain risks
Communication: Effective executive-level communication and presentation skills
Results Orientation: Driven to deliver measurable impact across cost, performance, and innovation
Other Information
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
Anticipated Salary Range: $89,900 to $134,900 per year
Location: Grain Valley, MO
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Plan, Vacation Leave, Personal Paid Absence, Holidays, Parental Leave, Stock Purchase Option, Bonuses