Indirect Commodity Manager

Flender; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Flender in Elgin, IL seeks an Indirect Commodity Manager to lead sourcing and procurement of indirect materials and services including MRO, IT, facilities, and professional services. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive cost optimization while ensuring policy compliance and continuous improvement.

Works with global Procurement to support Flender Group strategy. You will partner with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and other teams to align procurement with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required inSupply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing: Lead sourcing, supplier selection, RFQ/RFP processes, negotiations, and contract management for assigned indirect spend categories.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Management

Contract Negotiation

Contract Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Coupa

Celonis

SAP Analytics Cloud

Excel

Job description

Indirect Commodity Manager

Company Description

Flender is a leading global supplier for mechanical drive systems and has the reputation for highest performance, innovation, quality, and reliability of mechanical components for 125 years.

We’re now hiring a talented “Indirect Commodity Manager” our team in Elgin, IL on a full-time basis. If you’re eager for your next challenge, Flender is a great place to grow your career.

For more information on Flender, please see website: www.flender.com

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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Job Summary:

The Indirect Commodity Manager oversees the sourcing and procurement of indirect materials and services—including as MRO, IT, facilities, and professional services. This role manages supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and cost optimization, while ensuring compliance with company policies and driving continuous improvement. The Indirect Commodity Manager collaborates with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives and works directly with the strategic global Procurement organization to support the strategy of the Flender Group.

Job Responsibilities:

• Strategic Sourcing: Lead sourcing, supplier selection, RFQ/RFP processes, negotiations, and contract management for assigned indirect spend categories.
• Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships. Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement.
• Cost Optimization: Analyze spend and market trends to identify and implement cost savings opportunities. Negotiate pricing, terms, and value-added services.
• Risk & Market Analysis: Track market conditions, manage supply risks, and identify new suppliers, technologies, and innovations.
• Contract Management: Draft, negotiate, and administer supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and other teams to align procurement with business needs and support new initiatives.
• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve procurement processes using data analytics and KPIs. Implement best practices to increase efficiency.
• Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities follow company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.

Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of procurement or sourcing experience, with focus on indirect spend (MRO, IT, facilities, services, etc.).
• Experience in the mechanical engineering or manufacturing sector preferred.
• Professional certifications (CPSM, C.P.M., APICS, ASCM) are a plus.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and contract administration skills.
• Proficiency with ERP/procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Coupa) and data analysis tools (Celonis, SAP Analytics Cloud, Excel).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Your contact person(s) for this job posting is/are:

AnnMarie Day

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