Commodity Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commodity sourcing strategies aligned with company objectives and production requirements.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including supplier selection, RFQs, negotiations, contract management, and supplier performance programs.
• Manage and mentor a team of 4 direct reports, providing leadership, coaching, and professional development.
• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships to improve cost, quality, delivery, and service levels.
• Negotiate pricing agreements, long-term contracts, and supplier terms to maximize value and mitigate risk.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost savings initiatives across assigned commodity categories.
• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams to support manufacturing objectives and new product programs.
• Monitor market trends, commodity pricing fluctuations, and supply chain risks to proactively develop mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate supplier performance through KPIs and corrective action plans when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, aerospace industry standards, and procurement best practices.
• Support inventory optimization, demand planning, and production continuity efforts.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, commodity management, or supply chain management within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and developing procurement professionals.
• Strong strategic sourcing and supplier negotiation experience.
• Experience managing industrial commodities such as metals, machined components, castings, fabricated parts, electrical components, MRO, or other manufacturing-related categories.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong contract negotiation and supplier relationship management capabilities.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.

Preferred

• Aerospace, defense, aviation, or highly regulated manufacturing experience.
• Experience supporting complex manufacturing operations.
• APICS, CPSM, CPM, or other supply chain certifications.
• Leverage Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.

Leadership Expectations

• Lead by example and promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Develop team capabilities through coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Foster strong cross-functional relationships and influence stakeholders at multiple levels of the organization.
• Drive strategic decision-making while maintaining a hands-on approach to daily business activities.