Commodity Manager, Asia

Barnes Aerospace; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BARNES AEROSPACE in Singapore invites a Commodity Manager, Asia, to drive supplier development for aerospace direct and indirect spend. You will manage tier 1 supplier relationships, negotiate LTAs, and track cost reductions across sites while aligning with regional strategies.

This role requires travel of 15–25% and collaboration with global teams. The ideal candidate has MRP/supply chain experience, international trade knowledge (NAFTA/ITAR), and strong negotiation and customer service skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience with NAFTA/ITAR and international trade regulations.
• Knowledge of REACH/RoHS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage aerospace direct & indirect commodity management for tier 1 suppliers.
• Negotiate Long-Term Agreements (LTAs) with suppliers.
• Track and document cost reduction activities across multiple sites.
• Oversee MRO tooling contracts and revert metals contracts.
• Procure CapEx and services for facilities, equipment, and repairs.
• Lead supplier transitions to qualified sources.
• Support the VP Global Supply Chain in contract negotiations and implementation.
• Create direct and indirect regional/global commodity strategies.
• Lead logistics initiatives and indirect procurement/training of staff.
• Support failure analysis and corrective action with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Customer service

Project management

Team leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

MRP systems

MS Office

PowerPoint

Job description

Barnes Aerospace , is an international manufacturer of precision-machined and fabricated components and assemblies for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) turbine engine, airframe and industrial gas turbine builders throughout the world, and for the military. Barnes Aerospace also provides jet engine component overhaul and repair (MRO) services for many of the world's major turbine engine manufacturers, commercial airlines and the military. Additionally, we manufacture aerospace aftermarket spare parts and provide repair services for aerospace engine components. Barnes Aerospace provides a total solutions package to our customers that leverages the synergies between our OEM and MRO businesses to address complex aerospace customer needs and support products through the entire lifecycle.

Barnes Aerospace Singapore , with legal entity name - Windsor Airmotive Asia Pte Ltd in the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA), is a leading provider of Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services and spare parts for many of the world's major turbine engine manufacturers, airline operators, and third-party providers. The Barnes Aerospace Singapore OEM Division is a world-class provider for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), specializing in precision stamped assemblies and tight tolerance machining, serving a robust global customer base throughout the aerospace industry. To learn more about Barnes Aerospace, please visit www.barnesaero.com .

Barnes Aerospace has an exciting and challenging career opportunity for a Commodity Manager, Asia. This individual will be responsible for the development and performance of assigned, new, and existing suppliers in support of Asia direct and indirect spending. If you are a self-motivated, effective, and collaborative professional seeking to put global management talents to use in a growing environment, please submit your resume for further consideration.

Core Responsibilities:

• - Management of aerospace direct & indirect commodity management for tier 1 suppliers
• - Negotiation of Long-Term Agreements (LTAs)
• - Facilitation, tracking, and recording of cost reduction activities across multiple sites.
• - Management of Maintenance Repair Operations (MRO) tooling contracts and revert metals contracts.
• - Procurement of capital expenditures (CapEx) and services for facilities, equipment, and repairs
• - Execution and oversight of supplier transitions to qualified sources
• - Supporting the VP Global Supply Chain as required in negotiating, closing, and implementing contracts.
• - Creation of direct and indirect regional and global commodity strategies
• - Leading logistics efforts and indirect procurement/logistics training of employees within the supply chain organization
• - Working closely with new and existing aerospace suppliers in support of global contract implementation
• - Supporting failure analysis and corrective action with suppliers to identify and resolve the root cause of the problem.
• - Ensuring effective inventory management techniques are in place to maintain inventory accuracy, reduce carrying costs and increase inventory turns.
• - Providing input and reviews technical documentation for Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Quotes (RFQs) and technical contract issues
• - Maintaining a system of metrics to continually monitor measurable supplier performance.
• - Between 15%-25% of travel may be required
• - Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Qualifications:

• - Experience in Material Resource Planning (MRP) systems is required.
• - Supply chain experience such as Value Stream Mapping, Duty Collection/Drawback/Tax Reclaim, North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) is required.
• - Global logistics and Small Business Liaison Office experience is preferred.
• - Six Sigma, Achieving Competitive Excellence (ACE) or lean manufacturing (LEAN) are highly desirable experiences.
• - Knowledge of Registration, Evaluation, Authorization & Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) preferred.
• - American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) and/or Certified in Production and Inventory Management (C.P.I.M.) training/certification is a plus.
• - Ability to work well with people and situationally resolve problems and conflicts.
• - Ability to oversee several simultaneous projects, delegating tasks as appropriate.
• - Solid negotiation and benchmarking skills, and a proven record of progressive savings for the company
• - Excellent customer service skills, with an advanced understanding of customer relationship building.
• - Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) as well as PowerPoint.
• - Ability to write routine reports and correspondence, as well as speak effectively before employees.

Education Requirements:

• - B.A. or B.S. degree or a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant industry experience