Commodity Manager

PSI; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Disability Coverage

Training & Development

Job summary

PSI is seeking a seasoned procurement professional to lead sourcing of raw materials and indirects for its USA facilities. You will optimize costs, ensure supply continuity, and align with operational goals. The role requires plastics/chemicals experience and strong cross-functional collaboration.

Key focus areas include supplier performance, market analysis, and contract negotiations, with travel as needed to visits and audits. A bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in procurement are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of procurement experience in plastics or chemicals.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, logistics or related field.
• Experience with Dynamics 365 BC and Power BI preferred.
• Strong supplier management and strategic sourcing capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing requirements for USA facilities.
• Maintain detailed vendor data including specifications, pricing, performance and contracts.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends and cost drivers.
• Lead supplier selection, quotations, TCO analysis and negotiations.
• Build relationships through visits, audits and evaluations.
• Develop commodity strategies to maximize leverage and continuity.
• Support material budget planning, cost forecasting and KPIs.
• Lead negotiations and cost-reduction workshops.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to mitigate supply risk and improve performance.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Global supply chain

Analytical skills

Blueprint interpretation

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Power BI

Dynamics 365 BC

Project management

Contract knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain

Chemistry background

Business or Logistics

Related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Power BI

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic to manage the procurement of raw
materials, indirect/non-production materials,

This role is critical to ensuring cost-effective sourcing, continuity of supply, and alignment with our
company’s operational and business objectives.

The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in the plastics industry, with knowledge of resins, TiO₂, carbon black, and chemical additives.

You will work in a collaborative environment, engaging cross-functionally with Procurement, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Quality, Sales, Technical Services, and Operations to drive supplier performance, cost savings, and supply chain efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing requirements for our client's facilities in the USA.
• Maintain detailed purchase records and vendor data including specifications, pricing history, performance, and contracts.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends, cost drivers, and technology shifts within the supply base.
• Lead supplier selection, quotation processes, total cost of ownership analysis, and contract negotiations.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships through visits, audits, and performance evaluations.
• Develop commodity strategies to maximize purchasing leverage, continuity of supply, and cost efficiency.
• Support material budget planning, cost forecasting, and key performance initiatives.
• Lead supplier negotiations, cost reduction workshops, and corrective action processes.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to mitigate supply risk and drive supplier performance improvements.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong industry knowledge in plastics and chemicals procurement.
• Expertise in supplier relationship management and strategic sourcing.
• In-depth understanding of global supply chain success factors.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and engineering documents.
• Advanced computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI).
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Power BI strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Knowledge of supply market trends, industry associations, and contract law as it relates to purchasing.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.

Why is This a Great Opportunity

You will play a key role in shaping procurement strategies and driving supply chain excellence across North America.

This is a great opportunity for a motivated professional to apply their expertise in a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative environment.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, Chemistry, or a related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of procurement experience; plastics or chemical industry background strongly preferred.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development