Strategic Commodity Manager – Composites & Materials

Altec; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) Plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Altec is hiring a Commodity Manager for composites in St. Joseph, MO. You will lead sourcing for composite materials, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost improvements across manufacturing operations.

The role partners with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations and Quality to support current production and future growth. A strong background in procurement and supplier performance is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Six years of relevant procurement/supply chain experience.
• Strong supplier-management and negotiation experience.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop sourcing strategies and evaluate supplier performance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing strategies for composite materials.
• Create and manage short- and long-term supply agreements.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities with measurable results.
• Research suppliers, market conditions, pricing trends, and risks.
• Maintain a robust supplier network for quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Lead supplier qualification, development, and performance improvement.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.
• Monitor industry trends affecting composite materials, resin, and fibers.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Sourcing strategy

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Altec is hiring a Commodity Manager for composites in St. Joseph, MO. You will lead sourcing for composite materials, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost improvements across manufacturing operations.

The role partners with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations and Quality to support current production and future growth. A strong background in procurement and supplier performance is essential.