Senior Commodity Manager
Company Information
PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. It 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. The role negotiates and manages all aspects of PACCAR’s relationship with suppliers, covering total cost, technology, delivery, customer service, aftermarket support, logistics, and quality. The position is based at the PACCAR Corporate Office in Bellevue, WA.
Responsibilities
- Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies for effective cost management, improved supply chain performance, and enhanced product quality.
- Investigate, evaluate, and implement new strategic procurement and logistics opportunities.
- Negotiate and ensure supplier compliance to long‑term supply and warranty agreements.
- Issue formal Requests for Information, Proposals, and Quotes (RFIs, RFPs, RFQs) and analyze responses to select suppliers that meet or exceed PACCAR requirements.
- Collaborate with PACCAR operations teams to develop and execute global supply chain and commodity strategies.
- Organize and conduct supplier performance management meetings, cross‑functional meetings, and formal presentations with suppliers, plant, and division personnel at all management levels.
- 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.
Qualifications & Skills
- 7+ years of work experience, including a minimum of 5 years in purchasing, supply chain, or materials.
- Effective verbal and written communication with various levels of management and suppliers.
- Experienced negotiator with demonstrated favorable results.
- Strong understanding of fundamental contract terms and ability to draft supply contracts.
- Experience sourcing to support new product development and developing sourcing strategies.
- Ability to manage suppliers through all phases of a product development program.
- Advanced analysis of large data sets using Excel, with ability to draw conclusions and present to management.
- Capability to conceptualize and implement cost‑savings projects.
- Self‑directed with minimal supervision; able to influence supplier behavior to meet PACCAR requirements.
- Understanding of cost drivers and their impact on cost.
- Conduct market research to identify and evaluate potential new suppliers.
- Develop sourcing strategies.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, supply chain management, or a related field.
- Master’s degree or MBA (preferred).
- CPSM Certification (preferred).
Benefits
- Competitive salary and 401(k) with up to a 5% company match.
- Fully funded pension plan providing monthly benefits after retirement.
- Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Paid short‑ and long‑term disability programs.
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program services, including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more.
- Opportunities for growth and development within a global Fortune 500 company.
Pay
The salary range for the Senior Commodity Manager position is $104,100 – $162,900 annually.