Strategic Commodities Manager – Plastics & Chemicals

Image Associates Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Image Associates Inc. in Knoxville seeks a commodities manager with plastics/chemical industry experience. Responsibilities include purchasing raw materials, indirect materials, MRO, machinery, and services.

You will develop supplier strategies, negotiate contracts, analyze market trends, and maintain pricing histories while supporting budgeting and procurement KPIs. Some travel is required.

Qualifications

• Five years of purchasing experience and commodities manager background.
• Since the role focuses on plastics/chemicals, knowledge of resins and additives is beneficial.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship building are essential.
• Experience evaluating vendors for delivery timelines and quality is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supplier and commodity strategies.
• Negotiate contracts and lead supplier performance improvements.
• Conduct market analysis and communicate cost drivers and trends.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and pricing history.
• Lead supplier audits, cost improvement workshops, and corrective actions.
• Support budgeting, costing, and procurement KPIs.
• This position will involve some travel.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Global supply chains

Vendor evaluation

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Image Associates Inc. in Knoxville seeks a commodities manager with plastics/chemical industry experience. Responsibilities include purchasing raw materials, indirect materials, MRO, machinery, and services.

You will develop supplier strategies, negotiate contracts, analyze market trends, and maintain pricing histories while supporting budgeting and procurement KPIs. Some travel is required.