Commodity Manager (GR 25)
PACCAR is seeking a Commodity Manager to support one of two procurement areas:
- Fuels, oils, gases/greases (FOG), paint and some maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) products and services used by PACCAR.
- Aftermarket purchasing with a focus on electronics and thermal management.
The position is located in Bellevue, Washington, or Renton, Washington.
About the Role
This role will support PACCAR's procurement needs and collaborate with suppliers to achieve cost reduction, quality improvement, and service enhancement.
Responsibilities
- Negotiate and manage all aspects of PACCAR’s relationship with suppliers.
- Identify areas of opportunity to consolidate and streamline purchasing-related activities.
- Initiate market tests and facilitate supplier selection activities.
- Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies resulting in reduced product or service cost, improved supply chain performance, and enhanced product and service quality.
- Investigate and implement new technologies, strategic procurement strategies, and logistical opportunities.
- Communicate and conduct meetings and formal presentations with suppliers and PACCAR personnel at all management levels.
- Travel to supplier locations and PACCAR facilities to evaluate capabilities, assess processes, investigate new opportunities, improve manufacturing efficiencies, and resolve chronic supply and quality issues.
- Administer long-term supply, development, and warranty agreements.
Qualifications & Skills
- Minimum 5 years of purchasing, engineering, operations, or related experience.
- Experience with Production or MRO purchasing, manufacturing, and/or supply chain management.
- Proven negotiation and strong analytical skills.
- Creative, quality, and results-driven work ethic.
- Demonstrated leadership to accomplish company goals.
- Excellent communication skills – written, verbal, & presentation.
- PC skills (Word, Excel & PowerPoint).
- Ability to develop Return on Investment Analysis.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field required.
Benefits
- 401k with up to a 5% company match.
- Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family.
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
- Paid short-and long-term disability programs.
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
- EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more.
- Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities.
- Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field.
- This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.
Additional Job Board Information
PACCAR is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for the Commodity Manager is $90,400 - $141,800 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.