Commodity Manager (Structural)

Jobot; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base plus Bonus Compens.

Lucrative Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Matching 401k Plan

Exciting and Unique Projects and Prods

Significant Autonomy

Clear Path for Advancement

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Strategic Commodity Manager for our Aerospace/Defense division to lead global commodity strategies, supplier evaluations, and cost-reduction initiatives. You will negotiate terms, drive Lean improvements, and collaborate across engineering, operations, and sourcing functions.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in aerospace/defense or automotive procurement, with experience in aluminum/titanium/composites, and a proven track record in supplier management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 6+ years of experience in Aerospace/Defense Manufacturing or Automotive Manufacturing.
• Experience with structural components including aluminum, titanium, and/or composite bonding.
• Proven track record in Purchasing, Vendor Negotiation, Vendor Management, and Vendor Scoring.
• Demonstrated experience in Procurement, Lean Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Cost Reduction.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Must be ITAR compliant.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of commodity strategies to drive cost reduction, efficiency, and quality improvements.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors, ensuring optimal performance and alignment with our business objectives.
• Conduct regular vendor negotiations to secure advantageous terms and maintain a clear understanding of the latest market trends and business opportunities.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing principles to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.
• Oversee the sourcing process, identifying and selecting high-quality suppliers in line with our procurement strategy.
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the Aerospace and Defense sectors, leveraging this knowledge to improve our procurement and sourcing processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between procurement strategies and business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in the procurement process, identifying and implementing opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.

Skills

Vendor negotiation

Vendor management

Procurement

Lean manufacturing

Sourcing

Cost reduction

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

Job description

Job details

High-Growth, Leading Aerospace/Defense Organization! Focus on Structural Components, Commodity Manager Opportunity!

Salary: $110,000 - $145,000 per year

About us

We are a long-standing, innovative manufacturer of high-reliability electronic solutions used in mission-critical industries. Our culture is built around technical excellence, collaboration, and hands-on problem solving. Engineers here have real ownership—working closely with customers, operations, and leadership to deliver complex products that truly matter. With a supportive team environment, meaningful autonomy, and clear paths for growth, we offer the stability of an established organization combined with the energy and impact of a close-knit engineering culture.

Why join us

• Competitive Base plus Bonus Compensation Structure!
• Lucrative Employee Stock Purchase Plan!
• Matching 401k Plan!
• Exciting and Unique Projects and Products!
• Significant Autonomy!
• Clear Path for Advancement!
• Relocation Assistance!

Job Details

We are currently hiring for a Strategic Commodity Manager to join our growing team in the Aerospace/Defense industry. This is a highly impactful role that will oversee commodity management at the global level for our organization. We are looking for career-driven and motivated individuals, with an enthusiasm for professional growth as our organization continues to expand.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of commodity strategies to drive cost reduction, efficiency, and quality improvements.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors, ensuring optimal performance and alignment with our business objectives.
• Conduct regular vendor negotiations to secure advantageous terms and maintain a clear understanding of the latest market trends and business opportunities.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing principles to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.
• Oversee the sourcing process, identifying and selecting high-quality suppliers in line with our procurement strategy.
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the Aerospace and Defense sectors, leveraging this knowledge to improve our procurement and sourcing processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between procurement strategies and business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in the procurement process, identifying and implementing opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in a similar role within Aerospace/Defense Manufacturing or Automotive Manufacturing.
• Must have experience with structural components including aluminum, titanium, and/or composite bonding used in the aerospace or automotive sectors.
• Proven track record in Purchasing, Vendor Negotiation, Vendor Management, Vendor Scoring, Supplier Management, and Supplier Negotiation.
• Demonstrated experience in Procurement, Lean Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Cost Reduction.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics and sound business judgement.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Must be ITAR compliant.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.