Senior Commodity Manager

PACCAR Inc; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and 401k with up to

Fully funded pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

FSA/HSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

PACCAR Inc. in Bellevue, WA invites a Senior Commodity Manager to drive strategic sourcing, negotiate supplier contracts, and optimize total cost. The role centers on managing PACCAR’s supplier relationships, performance, and global supply chain strategies, with travel to supplier sites as needed.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in purchasing or supply chain, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. MBA and CPSM are preferred.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of purchasing, supply chain, or materials.
• Strong written and verbal communication with suppliers and management.
• Proven negotiator with favorable results.
• Understanding of contract terms and ability to draft supply contracts.
• Experience sourcing for new product development and supplier management.
• Advanced analysis of large data sets and presenting findings.
• Ability to lead cost savings projects and work with minimal supervision.
• Influence supplier behavior to PACCAR requirements.
• Knowledge of market research and sourcing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies for cost management and supply chain performance.
• Investigate and implement new procurement and logistics opportunities.
• Negotiate supplier contracts and ensure compliance to agreements.
• Issue RFIs, RFPs, RFQs and analyze responses to select suppliers.
• Collaborate with operations to develop global supplier strategies.
• Organize supplier performance meetings and cross-functional briefings.
• Travel to supplier locations to assess capabilities and resolve issues.
• Travel to PACCAR operating locations to support activities.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Data analysis

Cost reduction

Market research

Sourcing strategies

Contract terms

Supplier relationship

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, supply chain management, or related field

Masters Degree or MBA (preferred)

CPSM Certification (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Job description

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Senior Commodity Manager

Date: Sep 16, 2026

Location: Bellevue, WA, US, 98004

Company: PACCAR

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Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services, you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Requisition Summary

PACCAR is seeking a Senior Commodity Manager to join a strong and growing Purchasing team.In this role, one will negotiate and manage all aspects of PACCAR’s relationship with suppliers, including the commercial/contractual requirements with respect to total cost, technology, delivery, customer service, aftermarket support, logistics and quality. Commodity Managers are change agents, focused on delivering the highest value to internal and external customers at the lowest total cost.

A successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding time management, organizational skills, and the ability to run multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.This position will be based out of the PACCAR Corporate Office located in Bellevue, WA.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies resulting in effective cost management,improved supply chain performance and enhanced product quality.
• Investigate, evaluate, and implement new strategic procurement and logistics opportunities.
• Negotiate and ensure supplier compliance to long‑term supply and warranty agreements.
• Issue formal Requests for Information, Proposals and Quotes (RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs) and analyze responses to select suppliers that meet or exceed PACCAR requirements
• Collaborate with PACCAR operations teams to successfully develop and execute global supply chain and commodity strategies.
• Organize and conduct supplier performance management (SPM) meetings, other cross‑functional meetings, and formal presentations with suppliers, plant, and division personnel at all management levels.
• Travel to supplier locations to evaluate capabilities, assess production readiness, investigate new opportunities, improve manufacturing efficiencies and resolve chronic supply and quality issues.
• Travel to PACCAR’s operating locations in support of the above activities

Qualifications & Skills

• 7+ years of work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of purchasing, supply chain, or materials.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing to various levels of management and suppliers.
• Experienced negotiator with demonstrated favorable results.
• Possess a strong understanding of fundamental contract terms and be able to draft supply contracts.
• Experience with sourcing to support new product development and develop sourcing strategies. Successfully manage supplier through all phases of a product development program.
• Perform advanced analysis on large data sets using Excel, draw salient conclusions from such analysis, and cogently present analysis to management.
• Ability to conceptualize and implement cost savings projects.
• Ability to direct oneself and act with minimal supervision.
• Be able to influence supplier behavior to meet PACCAR requirements.
• Possess an understanding of cost drivers and how changes in those drivers affect cost.
• Ability to conduct market research to identify and evaluate potential new suppliers.
• Ability to develop sourcing strategies.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, supply chain management, or related field.
• Masters Degree or MBA (preferred).
• CPSM Certification (preferred).

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off – Minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Paid short‑and long‑term disability program
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
• Work alongside experienced goal‑oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for Senior Commodity Manager is $104,100 - $162,900 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above.

Nearest Major Market: Seattle
Nearest Secondary Market: Bellevue
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