Commodity Manager

Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems; Pageland (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Benefits package

Job summary

Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems is seeking a full-time Commodity Manager in the Sourcing and Procurement Department, based in Charlotte, NC. You will maintain relationships with current suppliers and qualify potential new sources.

In this role, you’ll analyze spend data, develop strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiate supplier agreements, and collaborate across functions to drive cost savings and supply continuity across locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain or Business.
• 5 years’ experience in Purchasing, preferably in a manufacturing company.
• Ability to analyze and present data using Power BI & MS Excel.
• Ability to prioritize and complete projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with strong sense of urgency.
• Ability to find creative solutions for complex problems using methodical and analytical approaches.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes spend data and uses it in the development of strategic initiatives and sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
• Compile data for decision making, present for approval and lead/support project execution.
• Negotiate or renew supplier agreements to purchase goods and services for all locations.
• Manage supplier changes and resourcing activities, including tracking, initiating, coordinating, buyer/supplier follow-up, and cross-functional input alignment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional areas and their business requirements.
• Participate in the procurement teams’ development of long-term and global commodity strategies that support cost savings targets.
• Support other Procurement activities when necessary.
• Represent Purchasing in multi-functional teams locally and globally.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by your manager.

Skills

Spend analysis

Supplier negotiations

Cross-functional collaboration

Data presentation

Project prioritization

Problem solving

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain or Business

Tools

Power BI

MS Excel

Procurement tools

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for a drivenCommodity Managerto unlock your ambition and work the future at Aalberts.

As a full-time Commodity Managerin theSourcing and Procurement DepartmentatAalberts, based in Charlotte, NC , you will be responsible formaintainingrelationships with current suppliers and qualify potential new sources.

the Aalberts way

Aalberts is built on entrepreneurship. We believe the more space people are given, the greater their chance of finding brilliant solutions for our customers. That is why we encourage everyone to take ownership, think independently yet work as one team. You are in charge today of what happens tomorrow. For yourself, for the company, and for our planet.

• Analyzespend data and use in the development of strategic initiatives and sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
• Compile data for decision making, present for approval and lead/support project execution.
• Negotiate or renew supplier agreements topurchasegoods and services for all locations.
• Manage supplier changes and resourcing activities, which includes tracking, initiating, coordinating, buyer/supplier follow-up, and align cross-functional input.
• Collaborate with cross-functional areas and their business requirements.
• Participate in the procurement teams’ development of long term and global commodity strategies that support overall cost savings targets.
• Support other Procurement activities when necessary.
• Represent Purchasing in multi-functional teams locally and globally.
• Completeadditionalduties as assigned by your manager.

requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain or Business.
• 5years’ experience in Purchasing, preferably in a manufacturing company.
• Ability toanalyzeand present data using Power BI & MS Excel.
• Ability to prioritize and complete projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment withstrong senseof urgency.
• Ability to find creative solutions for complex problems using methodical and analytical approaches.
• Eagerness toidentifyopportunities and to capitalize on them.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with industrial metals e.g. steel,brass, bronze and their manufacturing processes, casting, forging, machining etc.
• Professional certification,e.g.CPIM/CSCP
• Ability to influence others, handle conflict, and lead multifunctional teams.
• Experience with internet-based bidding and procurement tools.

why work atAalberts?

• Globally renowned company,dedicated to technological innovation and excellence
• Diverse teamsof passionate individuals,committed to making a difference
• Professional growth and developmentopportunities
• Think independently yet work as one team
• Be in charge today of what happens tomorrow

aboutAalberts

We are a companyofover 13,000 passionate people spread across 50 countries, working as one to engineer mission-critical technologies, making impact in everyday life.Aalberts IPSA proudly supportseco-friendly buildings to high-tech manufacturing, minuscule microchips to the largest seagoing vessels,andnext gen vehicles to lightweight airplanes. Since 1975, we have been at the forefront of where technological innovation trulymattersand progress is really made for a clean,smartand responsible future.

work environment

• Office-based with occasional visits todomesticand international suppliers.
• Will involve exposure to environments requiring adherence to safety protocols including proper wear of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for computer work, data entry, and handling documents.
• Must be able to occasionally lift or move items up to 25 pounds, such as files, boxes, or company branded items or equipment.
• Visual acuity to review detailed reports, inventory data, vendor data on screens and in print.
• Clear verbal communication skills to coordinate with all departments,vendorsand colleagues. Specifically, Upper Intermediate (B2) in English.

Occasional travel to operational sites and suppliers up to 20% of the time.

compensation and benefits

The salaried rate for this role is fair and decided upon based on experience and proven skills alignment through our interview process. This role will observe our company’s 12 paid holidays, generous paid time off and competitive full suite benefits package.

go ahead, work the future at Aalberts

our commitment to all

Aalberts IPSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race,color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Uninvited agency solicitation will not be considered. Profiles sent by third-party recruiters will be treated as direct applications from the candidate.

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