Commodity Manager Mechanics

Our client is seeking an experienced Commodity Manager specializing in mechanical commodities to drive long-term quality, delivery performance, cost efficiency, and sustainability across the full product lifecycle. This role will oversee a defined portfolio of direct materials and ensure strong supplier performance through strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with sheet metal, machining, or general metallurgical processes is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in contract negotiation and administration.
• Strong understanding of sourcing methodologies, including fact‑based negotiations and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Solid knowledge of procurement processes, industry trends, and supplier landscapes.
• Proficiency with business applications such as SAP, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication, analytical thinking, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee regional supplier management within assigned mechanical commodity areas, including Plastics, Casting, Cable, Sheet Metal, and Machining.
• Lead the end‑to‑end sourcing process—from RFQ issuance through contract negotiation and signature.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to support new product introductions, manage technology and commodity lifecycles, and oversee demand/supply alignment.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement cost‑optimization opportunities to support business objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with supplier executives and senior management.
• Review engineering drawings and specifications to ensure all technical requirements are clearly communicated and properly cascaded to suppliers.