Lead Commodity Manager - Chemical & Lab Materials

Columbia Search Partners, Inc.; Mesa (AZ); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-annual discretionary bonus

401(k) with company match – 100% vested day one

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Employer-funded HSA contributions

Up to 100% tuition reimbursement (approved disciplines)

Company-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Generous vacation and sick time accrual

Job summary

A U.S.-based advanced materials company is seeking a Junior Commodity Manager in Mesa, AZ. This high-visibility role involves owning a Chemical & Laboratory portfolio with $4-6M spend, focusing on supplier strategies and quality improvement. Candidates should have several years in commodity management, ideally in high-tech environments, and a Bachelor’s degree. A SCM certification is strongly preferred. The position offers hybrid work and competitive benefits including bonuses and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in commodity or category management.
• Strong preference for exposure to chemical, laboratory, or technical equipment categories.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-growing, engineering-driven organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commodity strategies across the full lifecycle.
• Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management.
• Drive cost savings, cost avoidance, and inventory optimization initiatives.

Skills

Commodity or category management

Supplier negotiations

Cost savings

Supplier performance management

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering preferred)

SCM certification (CPSM, CSCP, CPIM or similar)

Job description

A U.S.-based advanced materials company is seeking a Junior Commodity Manager in Mesa, AZ. This high-visibility role involves owning a Chemical & Laboratory portfolio with $4-6M spend, focusing on supplier strategies and quality improvement. Candidates should have several years in commodity management, ideally in high-tech environments, and a Bachelor’s degree. A SCM certification is strongly preferred. The position offers hybrid work and competitive benefits including bonuses and tuition reimbursement.