Commodity Manager- Electrical Components

Altec; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Prescription Drug

401(k) Retirement Plan

Vacation and Holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Job summary

Altec, a leading provider serving electric utility and related markets, seeks a Commodity Manager – Electrical Components to drive sourcing strategies and supplier partnerships in St. Joseph, MO.

The role partners with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to ensure continuity of supply and cost improvements. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years in procurement or supply chain, with strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Six years of experience in procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, or related field.
• Strong supplier-management and negotiation experience.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for electrical/components, harnesses, controls, sensors, and related assemblies.
• Create, negotiate, implement, and manage short- and long-term commodity supply agreements.
• Develop and implement cost reduction strategies with measurable results.
• Research suppliers, market conditions, pricing, availability, and risks.
• Develop and maintain a supplier network supporting quality, delivery, technology, and cost objectives.
• Lead supplier qualification, development, and performance initiatives.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.
• Monitor lead times, capacity, pricing, lifecycle, and availability.
• Drive year-over-year material cost improvements in assigned areas.
• Serve as escalation point for supplier-related quality, delivery, and service concerns.
• Support new product development through early supplier engagement.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Sourcing strategies

Supplier performance

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or APICS certification

Job description

Why Join Altec?

COMMODITY MANAGER – ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

Supply Chain | St. Joseph, Missouri

About Altec

Altec is a leading provider of products and services for the electric utility, telecommunications, tree care, lights and signs, and contractor markets. For nearly a century, Altec has been committed to helping customers safely and reliably build and maintain critical infrastructure.

Job Description

Why Join Altec?

COMMODITY MANAGER – ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

Supply Chain | St. Joseph, Missouri

About Altec

Altec is a leading provider of products and services for the electric utility, telecommunications, tree care, lights and signs, and contractor markets. For nearly a century, Altec has been committed to helping customers safely and reliably build and maintain critical infrastructure.

At Altec, our values guide everything we do:

• Customer First
• Enjoyment of Work
• Family
• Financial Stability
• Integrity
• People Are Our Greatest Strength
• Quality
• Spiritual Development
• Teamwork

We offer a collaborative environment where associates are empowered to innovate, solve complex challenges, and make meaningful contributions to our customers and communities.

About The Opportunity

Altec is seeking an experienced professional to join our Strategic Sourcing team, located in St. Joseph, Missouri, as a Commodity Manager – Electrical Components.

This role is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, negotiating agreements, identifying cost reduction opportunities, and ensuring continuity of supply for electrical and electronic components supporting manufacturing operations.

While electrical components are the primary focus of this position, the Commodity Manager may also support other commodity categories. Category assignments and areas of responsibility may be adjusted over time based on business needs, organizational structure, workload, and staffing.

The successful candidate will partner closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Materials, and Quality teams across the organization to support both current production and future business growth.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for electrical and electronic components, harnesses, controls, sensors, automation systems, and related assemblies.
• Create, negotiate, implement, and manage short- and long-term commodity supply agreements.
• Develop and implement cost reduction strategies that deliver measurable results.
• Research and evaluate suppliers, market conditions, technology trends, pricing, availability, obsolescence, and supply chain risks.
• Develop and maintain a supplier network that supports quality, delivery, technology, and cost objectives.
• Lead supplier qualification, development, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to support current production and future business needs.
• Monitor developments affecting component lead times, capacity, pricing, lifecycle, and availability.
• Drive year-over-year material cost improvements within assigned commodity areas.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for supplier-related quality, delivery, and service concerns.
• Support new product development through early supplier engagement and sourcing expertise.
• Coach and support purchasing and materials team members on technology trends, supplier capabilities, and cost-management opportunities.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Six years of applicable experience in procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, engineering, materials management, operations, or a related field.
• Strong supplier-management and negotiation experience.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop sourcing strategies and evaluate supplier performance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced level within the career path, the job level may be adjusted.

Preferred Experience

We are particularly interested in candidates who bring technical expertise and operational knowledge to the role, including:

• Electrical components, wire harnesses, controls, sensors, automation systems, or electronic assemblies.
• Electrical engineering, electronics, or technical product knowledge.
• Electronic manufacturing processes, component specifications, lifecycle management, and quality requirements.
• Supplier development and technology-focused sourcing.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or engineered-products environment.
• Experience evaluating supplier capabilities, quality systems, and production processes.
• MBA, APICS certification, or equivalent professional certification.

What Success Looks Like

• A strong record of developing and implementing sourcing strategies.
• Proven success achieving cost reduction and continuous improvement objectives.
• The ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive strategic decisions.
• Strong analytical skills combined with sound business judgment.
• A proactive approach to supplier development, risk mitigation, and total cost management.
• A commitment to quality, safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

WHY ALTEC

At Altec, you'll have the opportunity to influence critical business decisions, partner with industry-leading suppliers, and help drive operational excellence across a world-class manufacturing organization. You'll join a collaborative culture that values innovation, integrity, customer service, and continuous improvement.

Join us and help build the supply chain that powers the products our customers depend on every day.

Additional Commodity Management Opportunities

As part of our long-term succession planning and procurement strategy, Altec is recruiting for multiple Commodity Manager disciplines, including:

• Steel
• Composites
• Electrical Components
• MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations)
• Market Pricing & Commodity Intelligence

Candidates whose experience aligns with more than one discipline are encouraged to review and apply for other Commodity Manager opportunities that match their background and interests.

Altec offers a competitive salary that rewards performance and dedication, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Program
• Retirement 401(k) Program
• Vacation and Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program
• Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.