Commodity Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Commodity Manager for Electronic Components in Waukesha, WI. You will develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and lead negotiations to secure cost-effective, high-quality components for manufacturing.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams, monitor market trends, and drive continuous improvement in procurement processes. This contract-to-hire role requires 5+ years in sourcing electronics and strong ERP experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or 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.

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.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

APICS CPSM CPM certifications preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Epicor

Microsoft Dynamics

Excel

Job description

About this job

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

Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry‑leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

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.