Commodity Specialist

About the role

ORBIS is seeking a Commodity Specialist to support strategic sourcing and purchasing activities across assigned commodity categories. This role works closely with suppliers and internal partners to execute sourcing strategies, manage purchasing activity, analyze performance, and support cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Execute purchasing activities aligned with sourcing strategies, contracts, and demand plans.
• Support strategic suppliers through forecasting, purchase order creation, order tracking, and invoice discrepancy resolution.
• Analyze and report key performance metrics related to supplier performance, inventory, payables, and invoice matching.
• Maintain accurate supplier master data in SAP, including lead times, source lists, and standard costs.
• Aid plant buyers with issue resolution tied to assigned commodity categories.
• Prepare weekly and monthly category-level reports, including KPIs and supplier scorecards.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to support new materials, cost-reduction initiatives, and process improvements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts using A3 problem-solving, root cause analysis, and 5S methodologies.

Requirements

• Foundational knowledge of sourcing, purchasing, and supply chain principles.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with comfort working with KPIs and supplier metrics.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement tools such as A3, RCA, and 5S is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard reporting tools.
• Collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Engineering, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 0–2 years of relevant experience; internships or related work experience preferred.

Skills for Success

• Foundational knowledge of sourcing, purchasing, and supply chain principles.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with comfort working with KPIs and supplier metrics.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement tools such as A3, RCA, and 5S is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard reporting tools.
• Collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

Gain hands-on experience supporting strategic sourcing and supplier management. Work closely with cross-functional teams across supply chain, operations, and design. Build a strong foundation for a long-term career in purchasing or supply chain. Join a stable organization that values continuous improvement and professional growth.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Office-based role with periodic exposure to manufacturing environments. Up to 10% domestic travel to support business needs; overnight stays may be required.

Why You’ll Love Working at ORBIS

Join Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates, where you'll have opportunities to grow and contribute to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.