Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field required.
5-8+ years of experience in commodity category management, strategic sourcing, or procurement, preferably in electrical distribution or manufacturing.
Proven performance and results-driven leadership.
Strong understanding of electrical products and supply markets.
Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel or analytics tools.
Responsibilities
Collaborate to develop and execute a comprehensive commodity category strategy.
Monitor market dynamics and supply chain risks related to commodities.
Negotiate and manage strategic supplier relationships and contracts.
Drive sourcing initiatives to enhance cost efficiency and margin performance.
Coordinate and close commodity opportunities in response to RFQs.
Partner with sales to align orders with market feedback and customer needs.
Manage commodity orders from purchase order to fulfillment.
Benefits
401K Plan
Competitive Medical Plans (medical, dental, and vision)
Paid Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holidays
Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care)
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Long-term and Short-term Disability
Life Insurance
Definitive Career Path
Full Job Description
Position Summary
The Product Manager - Commodities is responsible for driving profitable commodity growth for the organization, with the primary focus on large and complex wire and conduit opportunities. The position manages quote opportunities and awarded commodity sales orders by working closely with the Director of Purchasing, partner vendors, QED Operations leadership, and the sales department to ensure customer needs are met while maintaining profitability.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate, develop, and execute a comprehensive commodity category strategy aligned with company objectives.
Monitor market dynamics including commodity trends (e.g., copper, steel, pvc) and supply chain risks
Stakeholder in strategic supplier relationships, including negotiations, contracts, rebates, and long-term partnership agreements
Drive sourcing initiatives to improve total landed cost, margin performance and working capital efficiency.
Coordinate, prepare, and close commodity opportunities in response to RFQs
Partner with the sales team to book orders based on market feedback, customer needs, and vendor support
Manage commodity orders from PO through final fulfillment
Serve as the local expert for commodity services and solutions
Promote and develop new services to differentiate QED Electric in the marketplaces that we serve.
Analyze competitor products, services, and pricing to identify strategic opportunities
Build strong relationships with the sales teams, branch managers, and regional sales leadership
Oversee purchasing activities to ensure efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services
Update Purchase Orders as shipments arrive and resolve discrepancies
Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstock situations
Evaluate supplier performance across pricing, service levels, lead times, quality, and innovation.
Leverage date and analytics to track category performance, supplier metrics, inventory turns, and overall financial outcomes
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field required.
Proven performance and results driven leadership
5-8+ years of experience in commodity category management, strategic sourcing, or procurement, preferably within electrical distribution, manufacturing, or industrial supply.
Experience managing electrical product categories such as wire & cable preferred.
Knowledge & Skills
Strong understanding of electrical products, supply markets, and industry dynamics.
Data driven decision making
Proven negotiation and supplier management skills.
Verbal and written communication skills
Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
High level of integrity and ability to build effective relationships
Proven ability to implement and influence change across functional groups
Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel or analytics tools.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a multi-branch or multi-region electrical distribution environment
Exposure to national supplier programs and rebate structures
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Compensation: $90,000 - 120,000
Our Competitive Benefits?
401K Plan, Competitive Medical Plans (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Personal, Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Life Insurance and a Definitive Career Path.
