Commodity Specialist

Rubber Group; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Rubber Group, located in Plymouth, Michigan, is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to own commercial strategy and supplier management for polymers and elastomers. This role involves developing market analyses and cost management strategies while collaborating cross-functionally to align sourcing with business needs.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field, along with 5+ years of relevant experience. Strong negotiation skills and an analytical mindset are crucial for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain Management.
• Proven experience in commodity purchasing, preferably within automotive and polymers/elastomers.
• Experience with supplier portals.

Responsibilities

• Own commercial strategy and supplier management for direct material commodities.
• Build and execute market analysis and commodity strategies.
• Negotiate and execute supplier agreements, ensuring compliance with company standards.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Problem-solving capability

Education

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

Tools

ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, QAD)

Job description

Date posted: 2026-05-21
Start date: 2026-06-01
Location: 47690 E. Anchor Court, Plymouth, Michigan 48170, US
Full/Part time: Full Time

• Own commercial strategy and supplier management for assigned direct material commodities, with a focus on polymers and elastomers.
• Build and execute market analysis and commodity strategies, including supply base development and optimization.
• Develop raw material forecasts using complex datasets and feedstock market intelligence.
• Lead total cost management across the supply chain while aligning to divisional business objectives.
• Drive material risk mitigation strategies to address supply continuity, pricing volatility, and supplier performance.
• Negotiate and execute supplier agreements, including contracts and NDAs, ensuring compliance with company standards.
• Partner cross-functionally and globally with R&D, material technology, and operations to align sourcing with innovation and business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain Management.
• Proven experience in commodity purchasing, preferably within automotive and polymers/elastomers.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence commercial outcomes.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capability and ability to interpret market and cost drivers.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, QAD, or similar, and familiarity with supplier portals.
• Strong communication skills, executive presence, and a collaborative, high-energy, team-oriented approach.