Sr. Commodity Manager - Structures Group

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 also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

About the role

Negotiate and manage all aspects of PACCAR’s relationship with suppliers, including the commercial/contractual requirements with respect to total cost, technology, quality, delivery, customer service, aftermarket support, and logistics. Sourcing Managers are change agents, focused on delivering the highest value to internal and external customers at the lowest total cost.

Responsibilities

• Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies resulting in improved supply chain performance and enhanced product quality.
• Investigate, evaluate, and implement new technologies, strategic procurement strategies and logistical opportunities.
• Negotiate and assure supplier compliance to long‑term supply and warranty agreements.
• Issue formal Requests For Information, Proposals and Quotes (RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs) and analyze responses to make sound commercial judgments and sourcing recommendations.
• Collaborate with PACCAR operations worldwide to successfully develop and execute global supply chain and commodity strategies.
• Communicate and conduct 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.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• 7+ years of work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of sourcing, engineering, logistics or related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field required; Masters or MBA preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form to various levels of management and suppliers.
• Good understanding of fundamental contract terms and ability to draft supply contracts.
• Understanding of cost drivers and how changes affect cost.
• Ability to perform market research to identify and evaluate potential new suppliers.
• Experienced negotiator with demonstrated favorable results.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities as well as PC skills (Word, Access & PowerPoint).
• Understanding of aluminum and steel component manufacturing processes – a plus.
• Understanding of casting and forging processes – a plus.
• Project team participation and/or project management experience – a plus.
• Experience with part purchasing, design, manufacturing, supply chain management and/or commercial truck or automotive experience – a plus.

Benefits

• 401k with up to a 5% company match.
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement.
• Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days with 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.

Pay

The salary range for the Sr. Commodity Manager – Structures Group position is $104,100 – $162,900 annually.