Remote Strategic Global Commodity Sourcing Specialist

Ontic; Yuma (AZ); Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick

Annual bonus program (varies by level)

Flexible working arrangements

Access to mental health champions

Job summary

Ontic is seeking a Global Commodity Specialist to drive strategic sourcing initiatives across designated core commodity categories. You will lead end-to-end RFx processes, analyze markets, and negotiate with suppliers to improve cost competitiveness and supply continuity.

You will partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality and site Supply Chain teams to develop and deploy global commodity strategies aligned with business goals while navigating ITAR/EAR regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in cost analysis, PPV, VA/VE, or should-cost analysis.
• Knowledge of contract terms and supplier agreements.
• Knowledge of global supply markets and supply chain risk.
• Experience monitoring supplier performance across quality, delivery, cost, and service.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar.
• Proficiency with Excel and Power BI for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute strategic sourcing projects under the direction of the Global Commodity Senior Manager.
• Manage end-to-end RFx processes, including supplier identification, market analysis, bid solicitation, evaluation, negotiation, and award recommendations.
• Support global sourcing initiatives including supplier consolidation, resourcing, new business opportunities, and license support.
• Identify and deliver cost-reduction opportunities through PPV, VA/VE, should-cost analysis, competitive sourcing, negotiation, and other strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Support the development, negotiation, implementation, and ongoing management of global supplier agreements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute sourcing initiatives and ensure communication of global decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cost analysis

ERP systems

Excel/Power BI

ITAR/EAR knowledge

Contract management

Global supply markets

Supply chain risk

Travel 30%

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Ontic is seeking a Global Commodity Specialist to drive strategic sourcing initiatives across designated core commodity categories. You will lead end-to-end RFx processes, analyze markets, and negotiate with suppliers to improve cost competitiveness and supply continuity.

You will partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality and site Supply Chain teams to develop and deploy global commodity strategies aligned with business goals while navigating ITAR/EAR regulatory requirements.