Senior Commodity Manager

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905, recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF nameplates and provides customized financial services, information technology, and truck parts related to its principal business.

About the role

PACCAR is seeking a Senior Commodity Manager to join a strong and growing Purchasing team. In this role, one will negotiate and manage all aspects of PACCAR’s relationship with suppliers, including the commercial/contractual requirements with respect to total cost, technology, delivery, customer service, aftermarket support, logistics, and quality. Commodity Managers are change agents, focused on delivering the highest value to internal and external customers at the lowest total cost.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies resulting in improved supply chain performance and enhanced product quality.
• Investigate and implement new technologies, strategic procurement strategies, and logistical opportunities.
• Communicate and conduct meetings and formal presentations with suppliers, plant, and division personnel at all management levels.
• Negotiate and assure supplier compliance to long-term supply and warranty agreements.
• Issue formal Requests for Information, Proposals, and Quotes (RFI’s, RFP’s, and RFQ’s) and analyze responses to select suppliers that meet or exceed PACCAR requirements.
• Travel to supplier locations to evaluate capabilities, assess production readiness, investigate new opportunities, improve manufacturing efficiencies, and resolve chronic supply and quality issues.
• Travel to PACCAR’s operating locations in support of the above activities.
• Administer long-term supply, development, and warranty agreements.
• Program/Project Management

Qualifications

• 7+ years of work experience
• 5 years of purchasing, engineering, or related experience - commercial transportation, heavy equipment, or automotive experience is a plus
• Possess a strong understanding of fundamental contract terms and be able to draft supply contracts.
• Experience with part purchasing, design, manufacturing, and/or supply chain management
• Proven ability to negotiate and analyze complex situations
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills
• Creative, quality, and results-driven work ethic presenting solutions when challenged
• Ability to conceptualize and implement cost savings projects
• Ability to direct oneself and act with minimal supervision. Be able to influence supplier behavior to meet PACCAR requirements
• Demonstrated leadership to accomplish company goals
• Demonstrated capability to lead projects from creation to completion
• Project Team participation and/or Project Management
• Excellent communication skills – written, verbal, & presentation
• PC skills (Word, Excel, Access, & PowerPoint)
• Able to perform advanced analysis on large data sets, draw salient conclusions from such analysis, and cogently present analysis to management
• Able to perform market research to identify and evaluate potential new suppliers
• Able to develop sourcing strategies

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related technical field required.
• Masters or MBA preferred.
• CPSM Certification preferred.
• PMP Certification preferred.

Competencies

• Act with Integrity
• Demonstrate Adaptability
• Drive for Results
• Influence Others
• Lead Innovation and Quality Initiatives
• Manage Execution
• Manage Talent
• Use Sound Judgment / Business Acumen

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

Additional Job Board Information

• PACCAR is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.
• This position is also eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.