Commodity Coordinator

Senneca Holdings; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

STD/LTD

Job summary

Senneca Holdings – MCE in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Commodity Coordinator to support sourcing, procurement, supplier management, and commodity strategies. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability, cost competitiveness, and supplier performance.

The role requires strong analytical and organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, sourcing, procurement, or supply chain roles.
• Understanding of commodity markets and forecasting principles.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to manage supplier relationships and negotiations.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate commodity sourcing activities to meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Analyze supplier performance, pricing trends, and market conditions for procurement decisions.
• Maintain supplier records, contracts, and pricing agreements.
• Assist in RFQs, quotations, cost analyses, and sourcing recommendations.
• Support negotiations and contract administration with suppliers.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure material availability.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and Finance to support objectives.

Skills

Sourcing

Procurement

Analytical skills

Data interpretation

Stakeholder relationships

Excel

Team collaboration

Cost reduction

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance

Tools

Infor ERP

Job description

Location

Salt Lake City, UT

Company

Senneca Holdings – MCE

Benefits

• Company-Paid Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 9 Paid Holidays in 2026
• Parental Leave

Additional Benefits

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employee Discount Programs
• Additional Voluntary Benefit Options
• Career Development and Tuition Assistance
• Diverse, Inclusive, and Welcoming Culture

Job Summary

The Commodity Coordinator is responsible for supporting sourcing, procurement, supplier management, and commodity-related activities to ensure product availability, supplier performance, cost competitiveness, and operational efficiency. This position works closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and suppliers to coordinate commodity strategies, monitor supplier performance, analyze spending trends, and support cost reduction initiatives.

The successful candidate will possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills and be capable of managing multiple priorities while contributing to the company's sourcing and operational objectives.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate commodity sourcing activities and assist with the execution of sourcing strategies that ensure quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved.
• Analyze supplier performance, pricing trends, and commodity market conditions to support procurement decisions.
• Maintain supplier records, contracts, pricing agreements, and related documentation.
• Assist in preparing Requests for Quote (RFQs), supplier quotations, cost analyses, and sourcing recommendations.
• Support supplier negotiations and contract administration activities.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure uninterrupted material availability.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding pricing, lead times, quality concerns, and delivery performance.
• Assist with the identification, qualification, and onboarding of new suppliers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance teams to support business objectives.
• Track and report key sourcing metrics, commodity trends, supplier performance measures, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Assist with spend analysis and identify opportunities for cost reduction and supply chain optimization.
• Support supplier corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and other sourcing-related documentation.
• Support global sourcing activities and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company sourcing policies, procedures, and ethical business practices.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, sourcing, procurement, supply chain, commodity management, or related functions.
• Knowledge of direct materials (Metals, Resins, Hardware, Glass, Electrical Components) and/or indirect materials.
• Familiarity with supplier management, sourcing processes, and procurement best practices.
• Understanding of commodity markets, market trends, and forecasting principles.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and interpret data.
• Ability to build and maintain effective supplier and stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent organizational and project coordination skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience working in manufacturing or industrial environments preferred.
• Experience working in a global sourcing environment preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with supplier negotiations and contract administration.
• Experience supporting cost-reduction initiatives and operational excellence programs.
• Understanding of inventory management and procurement planning.
• Knowledge of commodity market analysis and supplier performance metrics.
• Experience with ERP systems, including Infor ERP or similar systems.
• Understanding of time value of money and basic financial analysis.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including:
  • Pivot Tables
  • VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
  • Data Analysis
  • Reporting Functions
• Competencies:
  • Attention to Detail
  • Strong Organizational Skills
  • Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Effective Communication
  • Relationship Building
  • Time Management
  • Project Coordination
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Results Orientation
  • Professional Integrity
  • Customer Focus

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Relevant procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel may be required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use standard office equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

RequiredEducation:

Bachelors degree in supply chain management, logistics and or businessadministration

TravelRequirements:

40%

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.