Mechanical Commodity Manager (ONSITE)
Mechanical Commodity Manager (ONSITE)
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Job Description
Join Axon and be a Force for Good.
At Axon were on a mission to Protect Life. Were explorers pursuing societys most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products we work better together. We connect with candor and care seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers communities and each other.
Life at Axon is fastpaced challenging and meaningful. Here youll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.
Your Impact
As a Commodity Manager at Axon you will lead strategic sourcing and supplier management initiatives across critical material categories. For this Mechanical Commodity Manager role the commodities include metals hardware energetics and wire used in all Axon product lines. Additional commodities may include plastics rubber holsters. You will be responsible for identifying and driving highimpact initiatives that reduce cost and risk improve quality and enable longterm company growth. This role demands strong crossfunctional collaboration analytical thinking and a deep understanding of global supply markets.
What Youll Do:
Location:Hybrid schedule in our Scottsdale AZ Headquarters office
Reports to:Senior Manager Category Management
Direct Reports:none
- Identify and recommend highimpact sourcing projects for existing and emerging products that drive measurable business outcomes including cost reduction risk mitigation and quality improvement.
- Lead sourcing selection from both new and existing suppliers leveraging market insights to ensure optimal supplier selection while enhancing product quality and customer experience.
- Establish and execute commodity and supplierspecific strategies that align with Axons growth goals and supply chain resilience initiatives.
- Lead and manage initial and longterm pricing strategies and contract negotiations with suppliers to achieve bestinclass cost value and performance.
- Utilize cost modeling and shouldcost analysis to identify cost drivers and create datadriven negotiation strategies.
- Work crossfunctionally with Category Managers Sourcing Analysts Engineers (Sourcing and R&D) Quality Compliance and other stakeholders to evaluate and onboard new suppliers.
- Lead strategic supplier engagement activities including Business Reviews supplier scorecard reviews and performance improvement initiatives.
- Monitor and analyze market trends commodity indices supplier financial health and geopolitical factors to inform sourcing strategy and risk mitigation plans.
- Collaborate with Demand Planning and Product Teams to communicate forecasts to suppliers and ensure capacity alignment with Axons growth trajectory.
- Manage supplier inventory levels using advanced replenishment strategies and persistent negotiation of lead times minimum order quantities and inventory agreements.
- Align with Sales Ops Product Line Quality Engineering and Manufacturing teams to understand supply plan expectations and ensure supplier accountability.
- Serve as the key point of contact for all supplier issues ensuring timely resolution and stakeholder communication.
- Develop sourcing strategies that incorporate environmental social and governance (ESG) considerations to align with Axons sustainability goals.
- Lead multiple programs simultaneously executing sourcing plans tied to key strategic initiatives across business units.
Job Requirements:
- Masters degree is Supply Chain management or Bachelors degree in Engineering Business or a related field required
- 5 years of progressive experiencein manufacturing engineering strategic sourcing commodity/category management supplier relationship management and/or project management.
- Industryrecognized certificationspreferred (e.g. PMP APICS/CSCP ISM/CPSM Six Sigma).
- Subject matter expertisein relevant commodity categories (e.g. metals hardware energetics wire).
- Strong program and project management skills with demonstrated success leading crossfunctional initiatives.
- Ability to influence and communicate effectivelyacross all organizational levels including executives engineers and suppliers.
- Basic technical understandingof product design manufacturing processes and cost drivers.
- Detailoriented and analytically curious with a natural drive to exceed goals and deliver highquality measurable results.
- Excellent communication negotiation and interpersonal skills; proven ability to work collaboratively and drive results through both direct and indirect influence.
- Comfortable operating in afastpaced ambiguous environment; adaptable and resourceful in managing competing priorities.
- Demonstrated leadership potential with a track record of increasing responsibility high performance and readiness for future advancement
Benefits that Benefit You
- Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
- Discretionary paid time off
- Paid parental leave for all
- Medical Dental Vision plans
- Fitness Programs
- Emotional & Mental Wellness support
- Learning & Development programs
- And yes we have snacks in our offices
Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work
Dont meet every single requirement Thats ok. At Axon we Aim Far. We think big with a longterm view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If youre excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification listed here we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Important Notes
The above job description is not intended as nor should it be construed as exhaustive of all duties responsibilities skills efforts or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.
Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.
Axons mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the wellbeing and safety of its employees as well as Axons impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental health and safety regulations policies and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice advances equity values diversity and fosters inclusion. Were committed to hiring the best talent regardless of race creed color ancestry religion sex (including pregnancy) national origin sexual orientation age citizenship status marital status disability gender identity genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws regulations and ordinances and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process please email. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
