Manager, Outsourcing Commodity

JazzHR

Racine (WI)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off

Wellness program

Job summary

Twin Disc, Inc. in Racine, WI seeks a Manager of Outsourcing Commodity to lead outsourcing strategy, supplier development, and capacity management.

You will partner with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Planning, Sales, and Supply Chain to expand capacity, reduce lead times, and strengthen the global supply network. The role requires 7+ years in supply chain or related fields, with strong cross-functional leadership and proven experience in outsourcing, contract manufacturing, and NPI

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; experience in supply chain, sourcing, or operations.
Proven track record leading outsourcing and capacity planning initiatives.
Experience with supplier development, audits, and QBRs; ERP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute outsourcing strategies to meet production demand and growth.
Evaluate capacity constraints and identify outsourcing opportunities.
Create capacity models for key processes and product families.
Lead make-versus-buy analyses considering cost, lead time, and risk.
Manage supplier onboarding, audits, and performance.
Lead cross-functional projects from concept to production launch.
Drive lead time reduction and continuous improvement with external partners.
Develop contingency plans and dual-source strategies.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Outsourcing

Supplier development

Capacity planning

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Executive communication

Risk management

Continuous improvement

Data analysis

Education

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

Tools

JD Edwards (JDE)

Job description

Manager, Outsourcing Commodity

Twin Disc, Inc. | Racine, Wisconsin

Drive Growth Through Strategic Outsourcing and Capacity Expansion

Twin Disc is seeking a highly motivated Manager, Outsourcing Commodity to lead our outsourcing strategy, supplier development initiatives, and capacity management efforts. This role is critical to supporting business growth, improving customer responsiveness, and ensuring manufacturing scalability across our operations.

As the leader of outsourced manufacturing initiatives, you will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Planning, Sales, and Supply Chain teams to develop innovative solutions that expand capacity, reduce lead times, and strengthen our supply chain network.

This is a high-visibility position that offers the opportunity to influence strategic business decisions while building strong partnerships with suppliers and senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Outsourcing & Capacity Planning

Develop and execute outsourcing strategies that support production demand, business growth, and operational flexibility.
Evaluate internal manufacturing capacity constraints and identify outsourcing opportunities.
Create and maintain capacity models for key manufacturing processes and product families.
Lead make-versus-buy analyses considering cost, quality, lead time, capacity, and risk.
Develop contingency plans and qualified supplier networks to support demand surges and supply disruptions.

Supplier Development & Management

Identify, evaluate, qualify, and onboard suppliers capable of supporting Twin Disc's manufacturing requirements.
Conduct supplier assessments and audits in partnership with Quality and Engineering teams.
Develop supplier capability roadmaps and continuous improvement plans.
Lead Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with strategic outsourcing partners.
Monitor and improve supplier performance in quality, delivery, capacity, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness.
Establish long-term strategic relationships with high-performing suppliers.

Cross-Functional Project Leadership

Lead outsourcing and capacity expansion projects from concept through production implementation.
Support major customer opportunities requiring accelerated delivery or additional manufacturing capacity.
Coordinate activities among Operations, Engineering, Planning, Quality, and external suppliers.
Drive project execution while managing timelines, risks, and deliverables.
Present project updates, recommendations, and mitigation plans to senior leadership.

Lead Time Reduction & Continuous Improvement

Analyze manufacturing and supply chain bottlenecks impacting customer delivery performance.
Develop initiatives to improve supplier responsiveness and supply chain agility.
Implement outsourcing and process improvement strategies that reduce lead times.
Drive continuous improvement across the external supply base.

Risk Management

Assess supplier, capacity, and supply chain risks.
Develop dual-source and contingency sourcing strategies where appropriate.
Monitor market trends and supplier performance to proactively identify potential disruptions.
Support business continuity planning for critical outsourced operations.

Qualifications

Education

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

Experience

7+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, Commodity Management, Manufacturing, Operations, or related roles.
Demonstrated success developing, qualifying, and managing suppliers.
Proven experience leading cross-functional projects and initiatives.
Experience with outsourcing, contract manufacturing, or capacity management preferred.
Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) and manufacturing readiness initiatives preferred.

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and capacity planning methodologies.
Knowledge of supplier development and strategic sourcing practices.
Familiarity with supplier quality systems and qualification processes.
Experience with ERP systems; JD Edwards (JDE) experience is preferred.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience using dashboards and reporting tools.

Leadership Competencies