Senior Commodity Manager

PACCAR; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 104,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Fully funded pension plan

Comprehensive paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

FSA/HSA

Job summary

PACCAR is seeking a Senior Commodity Manager in Lewisville, TX to lead sourcing and supplier management for the Composites & Trim portfolio. You will manage long-term agreements, negotiate terms, and drive cost-reduction initiatives across global suppliers.

This role supports PACCAR’s corporate offices in Lewisville, with travel to supplier locations as needed. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience in sourcing, supply chain, and contract negotiations, plus strong Excel skills and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of business experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years of sourcing, engineering, logistics or related experience.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form to various levels of management and suppliers.
• Possess a good understanding of fundamental contract terms and be able to draft supply contracts.
• 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.
• Experienced negotiator with demonstrated favorable results.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities as well as PC skills (Word, Access & PowerPoint)
• Project Team participation and/or Project Management experience a plus
• Experience with part-purchasing, design, manufacturing, supply chain management and/or commercial truck or automotive experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing and supplier management for the Composites & Trim commodity portfolio, including cab suspension, lighting, mirrors, battery cables, valves, and thermoformed/blow-molded components, with accountability for annual cost-reduction goals and supplier contractual productivity commitments.
• Manage Long-Term Agreement negotiations and renewals, price-change and surcharge approvals, RPI/RFQ responses, and Supplier Performance Management (SPM) improvement plans for the assigned supplier base.
• Lead supplier resourcing and transition projects, including supplier readiness reviews, tariff-mitigation and plant-relocation efforts, and cross-functional launch coordination to protect production continuity.
• Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies resulting in improved supply chain performance and enhanced product quality.
• Investigate, evaluate, and implement new technologies, strategic procurement strategies, and logistical opportunities.
• Negotiate and assure supplier compliance with long-term supply and warranty agreements.
• Issue formal Requests for Information, Proposals and Quotes (RFI’s, RFPs, and RFQ’s) and analyze responses to make sound commercial judgments and sourcing recommendations.
• Collaborate with PACCAR operations worldwide to successfully develop and execute global supply chain and commodity strategies.
• Communicate and conduct 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.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Contract terms understanding

Cost drivers analysis

Market research

Negotiation

Excel and MS Office

Project management

Supply chain knowledge

Automotive industry experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field

Master's or MBA

PMP certification preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Note to Internal Candidates

Direct Managers of internal candidates will receive a system notification if their employee's application is selected for an interview.

Note to Internal Candidates

Direct Managers of internal candidates will receive a system notification if their employee's application is selected for an interview.

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

Want to be part of a dynamic organization? Want to learn more about the PACCAR Purchasing organization? Want to improve your negotiations skills? If so, this position is for YOU. As a Senior Commodity Manager, you will have the opportunity to negotiate and manage all aspects of PACCAR’s relationship with suppliers, including the commercial/contractual requirements with respect to total cost, technology, quality, delivery, customer service, aftermarket support, and logistics. Sourcing Managers are change agents, focused on delivering the highest value to internal and external customers at the lowest total cost. Come join a great team of purchasing professionals supporting exciting business initiatives! This role is based out of the PACCAR Corporate offices in Lewisville, TX.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing and supplier management for the Composites & Trim commodity portfolio, including cab suspension, lighting, mirrors, battery cables, valves, and thermoformed/blow-molded components, with accountability for annual cost-reduction goals and supplier contractual productivity commitments.
• Manage Long-Term Agreement negotiations and renewals, price-change and surcharge approvals, RPI/RFQ responses, and Supplier Performance Management (SPM) improvement plans for the assigned supplier base.
• Lead supplier resourcing and transition projects, including supplier readiness reviews, tariff-mitigation and plant-relocation efforts, and cross-functional launch coordination to protect production continuity.
• Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies resulting in improved supply chain performance and enhanced product quality.
• Investigate, evaluate, and implement new technologies, strategic procurement strategies, and logistical opportunities.
• Negotiate and assure supplier compliance with long-term supply and warranty agreements.
• Issue formal Requests for Information, Proposals and Quotes (RFI’s, RFPs, and RFQ’s) and analyze responses to make sound commercial judgments and sourcing recommendations.
• Collaborate with PACCAR operations worldwide to successfully develop and execute global supply chain and commodity strategies.
• Communicate and conduct 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.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• 7+ years of business experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years of sourcing, engineering, logistics or related experience.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form to various levels of management and suppliers.
• Possess a good understanding of fundamental contract terms and be able to draft supply contracts.
• 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.
• Experienced negotiator with demonstrated favorable results.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities as well as PC skills (Word, Access & PowerPoint)
• Project Team participation and/or Project Management experience a plus
• Experience with part-purchasing, design, manufacturing, supply chain management and/or commercial truck or automotive experience a plus

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field required.
• Master's or MBA strongly preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred.

Benefits

• 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 (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
• 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 programs
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

Additional Information

PACCAR is an E-Verify and 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 Commodity Manager role is $104,100 - $162,900 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.