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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in procurement and strategic sourcing, with a strong focus on commodity management and supplier relationship management. Proficient in analyzing market trends, negotiating contracts, and collaborating cross-functionally to optimize supply chain performance.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Procurement ExperienceStrategic SourcingSupplier NegotiationsRFQ/RFP ProcessesAnalytical Skills
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Hard Skills
Commodity ManagementCost Reduction InitiativesSupply Chain OptimizationDesign for Manufacturability (DFM)Performance MonitoringContract ManagementExcel ProficiencyMechanical Components Knowledge
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationCross-Functional Collaboration
Tools & Technologies
ERP SystemsSAPOracle
Industry Keywords
Commodity Category ManagementSupplier LandscapeCost DriversIndustrial ManufacturingStakeholder Communication
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERPOracle
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Manage an assigned commodity category
- Support development and execution of commodity-specific sourcing strategies
- Execute cost reduction initiatives, cost containment plans, and supply base optimization
- Build knowledge of commodity market trends, cost drivers, and supplier landscape
- Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring, issue resolution, and stakeholder communication
- Lead or support RFQ/RFP processes
- Analyze quotes and negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements under senior team guidance
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams on new product introductions
- Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles with suppliers
- Contribute to commodity team projects and complete assigned action items
- Track and report supplier quality, delivery, and cost metrics
Requirements
What you’ll need- 5 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, commodity management, category management, supply chain, or a related field
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Experience with mechanical components in an industrial manufacturing environment
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- Exposure to supplier negotiations, RFQ processes, or contract management
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel or similar tools
- Effective communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally
- Legal authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship will not be provided
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle is a plus
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive base salary
- Annual merit review performance rewards
- Medical insurance plans
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Employee Assistance Program
- Profit sharing retirement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee resource groups
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Recognition programs
- Flexible time off plans
- Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
- Vacation leave
- Holiday leave
- Mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities
- Career development programs
- Work-life balance