SummaryThe Commodity Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that support the company's operational, quality, and financial objectives. This role owns category management for electrical and electronic commodities including wire harnesses, printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), transformers, magnetics, connectors, cable assemblies, passive components, and related electromechanical products within a manufacturing environment.
The role leads supplier strategy, contract negotiations, cost optimization, and risk management efforts while collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain to ensure supplier performance, continuity of supply, and business alignment.
Responsibilities- Develop and execute category strategies for assigned metallic commodities.
- Utilize commodity and market intelligence to drive cost reduction, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.
- Lead cost optimization initiatives using Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principles, including value engineering and alternative sourcing.
- Monitor raw material market trends and indexes to inform sourcing decisions and stakeholder engagement.
- Support new product development (NPD) through supplier selection, early supplier involvement, and cost transparency.
- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and contracts consistent with company requirements.
- Identify and manage supply chain risks, including geopolitical, financial, capacity, and operational risks.
- Lead supplier qualification, evaluation, and performance management activities in collaboration with Quality and Engineering.
- Drive improvements in supplier cost, quality, delivery, and technical performance.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Engineering.
- 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain roles within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience managing supplier relationships and leading negotiations.
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency with ERP and sourcing systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, SyteLine, or similar).
Preferred Qualifications- Experience sourcing electronic components, PCBAs, wire harnesses, power electronics, or electromechanical assemblies.
- Working knowledge of cost modeling, should-cost analysis, and TCO methodologies.
- Experience supporting new product development or engineering-driven environments.
- Professional certification such as CPSM, CSCP, or equivalent.
- Proficiency with analytical and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel) to support spend analysis, supplier performance tracking, and data-driven decision making.
Location: This position is located in Longmont, CO.
Base Compensation: $100,000 - $115,000 is the projected range of annual base salary for this role depending on the candidate's overall qualifications and experience.
Bonus: This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
Closing Date: August 1st. While we expect to keep the position open through this date, the posting may be extended or closed early based on applicant volume and hiring needs.
We offer an exciting and competitive total compensation package designed to inspire! This includes generous paid time off, holidays, as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, life insurance, and an outstanding 401k matching program where employees are instantly vested.
