Strategic Commodity Leader - Indirect Purchasing

Allison Transmission; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Allison Transmission, a global leader in commercial‑duty transmissions, seeks a senior procurement professional in the United States. You will lead cross‑functional teams to set strategic sourcing goals, analyze supplier performance, negotiate with key suppliers, and drive cost reductions while ensuring quality and on‑time delivery.

The role emphasizes collaboration with legal and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a strong supply chain foundation, hands‑on experience with supplier

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Mastery of supply chain principles.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings or specifications.

Responsibilities

• Leads cross-functional commodity teams to develop sourcing strategies.
• Manages supplier analyses, negotiations and transitions.
• Acts as project manager on continuation/product support projects.
• Develops supplier performance metrics and rationalization initiatives.
• Mentors peers in sourcing strategies and supplier relationships.

Skills

Communication skills

Supply chain principles

Interpersonal skills

Analytical ability

Ability to interpret drawings/specs

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

AIAG standards

Job description

Allison Transmission, a global leader in commercial‑duty transmissions, seeks a senior procurement professional in the United States. You will lead cross‑functional teams to set strategic sourcing goals, analyze supplier performance, negotiate with key suppliers, and drive cost reductions while ensuring quality and on‑time delivery.

The role emphasizes collaboration with legal and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a strong supply chain foundation, hands‑on experience with supplier