Commodity Specialist

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for assigned metallic commodities.
• Utilize commodity and market intelligence to drive cost reduction, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.
• Led cost optimization initiatives using Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principles, including value engineering and alternative sourcing.
• Monitor raw material market trends and indexes to inform sourcing decisions and stakeholder engagement.
• Support new product development (NPD) through supplier selection, early supplier involvement, and cost transparency.
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and contracts consistent with company requirements.
• Identify and manage supply chain risks, including geopolitical, financial, capacity, and operational risks.
• Lead supplier qualification, evaluation, and performance management activities in collaboration with Quality and Engineering.
• Drive improvements in supplier cost, quality, delivery, and technical performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and leading negotiations.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with ERP and sourcing systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, SyteLine, or similar).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience sourcing electronic components, PCBAs, wire harnesses, power electronics, or electromechanical assemblies.
• Working knowledge of cost modeling, should-cost analysis, and TCO methodologies.
• Experience supporting new product development or engineering-driven environments.
• Professional certification such as CPSM, CSCP, or equivalent.
• Proficiency with analytical and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel) to support spend analysis, supplier performance tracking, and data-driven decision making.

Location

This position is located in Longmont, CO.

Pay

The projected range of annual base salary for this role is $100,000 - $115,000 depending on the candidate’s overall qualifications and experience.

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan with immediate vesting
• Employee referral program

Onsite Perks

• Free gym with 24/7 access
• Free Electric Vehicle charging
• Café Breakfast and Lunch
• After hours Grab & Go snacks
• Ballroom court
• Walking paths

Company Culture

• Innovative
• Respectful
• Inviting
• Flexible
• Collaborative
• Growth Driven

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.