Commodity Manager

Aston Carter; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 104,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k match

PTO

Job summary

Aston Carter in Wisconsin seeks a Commodity Manager for Electronic Components to develop sourcing strategies for semiconductors, PCBA assemblies, connectors, sensors, and related commodities. You will manage supplier relationships, drive cost reductions, and ensure continuity of supply to support manufacturing operations.

The role collaborates with Engineering, Operations, Planning and Quality to optimize procurement performance.

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or commodity management.
• Experience sourcing electronic components, semiconductors, PCBA, connectors or related commodities.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, contracts, and supplier management.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Epicor, MS Dynamics).
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
• APICS CPSM/CPM or similar certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for electronic component categories.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance metrics, and business reviews.
• Lead supplier negotiations, including pricing, contracts and lead times.
• Identify and realize cost savings via supplier consolidation and strategic sourcing.
• Monitor market conditions and supply risks affecting electronics components.
• Collaborate with Engineering on component selection and lifecycle management.
• Ensure supply continuity and manage supplier capacity and allocations.
• Support new product introductions by sourcing components and qualifying suppliers.
• Analyze spend data and supplier performance to drive procurement decisions.
• Partner with Quality to resolve supplier quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
• Lead supplier business reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

Supplier management

ERP

Excel

Data analysis

Contract negotiation

ERP/MRP

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Epicor

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Commodity Manager Electronic Components

Position Title: Commodity Manager, Electronic Components

Department: Supply Chain / Procurement

Reports To: Director of Supply Chain or Procurement Manager

Position Summary

The Commodity Manager, Electronic Components is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for electronic components, including semiconductors, printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), connectors, sensors, relays, capacitors, resistors, and other electronic commodities. This role manages supplier relationships, drives cost reduction initiatives, mitigates supply chain risks, negotiates contracts, and ensures continuity of supply to support manufacturing operations. The Commodity Manager partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Planning, Quality, and suppliers to optimize procurement performance while maintaining quality and delivery standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for electronic component categories.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance metrics, and business reviews to ensure quality, cost, delivery, and service expectations are achieved.
• Lead supplier negotiations, including pricing, contracts, payment terms, lead times, and long-term supply agreements.
• Identify and execute cost savings opportunities through supplier consolidation, value engineering, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Monitor market conditions, industry trends, and supply chain risks affecting electronic components, including semiconductor availability and pricing fluctuations.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Product Development teams on component selection, alternate sourcing strategies, and lifecycle management.
• Manage supplier capacity, allocation challenges, and supply continuity plans to minimize production disruptions.
• Support new product introductions by sourcing components and qualifying suppliers according to project timelines.
• Analyze spend data, supplier performance, and market intelligence to drive procurement decisions.
• Partner with Quality teams to resolve supplier quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with company procurement policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead supplier business reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of strategic sourcing, procurement, or commodity management experience.
• Experience sourcing electronic components, semiconductors, PCBAs, connectors, sensors, or related commodities preferred.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, contract negotiations, and supplier management.
• Experience working within ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Epicor, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• APICS, CPSM, CPM, or related procurement certifications are preferred.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waukesha, WI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $115000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits - health insurance (starts the first day of the first full month). Bluecross blue shield 401k - if they contribute 4% the company will match it for 2% PTO- start with 3 weeks Can negotiate up to 4 weeks

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waukesha,WI.

About Aston Carter

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.