Electro Commodities Manager
Electro Commodities Manager
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Job Description
(Alternative titles: Principal Commodity Manager (NPI & Supplier Strategy) Head of Commodity Strategy Advanced Manufacturing)
Location: U.S. (onsite/commutable to a major plant or HQ; modest domestic/international travel)
Employment: Full-time Direct Hire Relocation: Considered for the right candidate
Why this role
Own the global strategy for high-impact commodities at a market-leading manufacturer. Youll reshape the supply base lock in cost/cash wins raise quality & delivery performance and sit at the table for NPI decisionsinfluencing material selection and DFX early not after the PO. This is a highly visible role partnering across Engineering Operations Quality Finance and Logistics with clear runway to Director/Senior Director.
What youll lead
- Drive category strategy and complex auditable contract negotiations; select and steer strategic suppliers to meet cost cash service and technology roadmaps.
- Build a high-performing supplier portfolio: scorecards site audits credit/organizational reviews and continuous improvement tied to PPV OTD PPM inventory turns.
- Be the sourcing voice in NPI: qualify new/updated materials coordinate samples and lead approval/inspection with Quality & Engineering.
- Set inventory targets; forecast swings; cut obsolescence/scrap; expand VMI and kanban where it makes sense.
- Troubleshoot quality/continuity risks fast to prevent line-down and adverse costs; own root cause and corrective actions with suppliers.
- Monitor market logistics and regulatory shifts; brief leadership on risks/opportunities and execute mitigation plans.
- Ensure trade compliance (country of origin HTS codes) and international shipping requirements.
- Provide day-to-day direction to buyers; mentor the team and elevate sourcing discipline across the business.
- 7 years in strategic sourcing/commodity management with a track record negotiating complex procurement and delivering measurable results.
- Bachelors in Business Economics Engineering or related field.
- Strength in supplier relationship management cross-functional leadership and clear executive communication.
- Working knowledge of mechanical/electrical components and common manufacturing processes; able to engage engineering at a technical level.
- Experience with MRP (JDE a plus) and advanced Excel/analytics; comfortable managing projects from strategy through implementation.
- Willingness for domestic and occasional international travel.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
