Strategic Commodity Manager | Cost Savings & Sourcing

Professional Plastics; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks a qualified candidate for a role focused on strategic commodity management and supplier relations. This position requires strong negotiation skills, extensive experience in strategic buying, and a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields. The ideal candidate will execute purchasing strategies, lead vendor selections, and achieve cost reduction targets while ensuring compliance with service agreements. Benefits include medical, dental, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years strategic buying experience.
• Experience managing a total portfolio in excess of $10M.
• MRP/ERP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of category management strategies.
• Evaluate competitive offers and present sourcing options.
• Conduct in-depth cost analysis to develop cost savings initiatives.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge of ERP systems

Strong negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to analyze data

Education

Bachelor Degree in Business, Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

A leading manufacturing company seeks a qualified candidate for a role focused on strategic commodity management and supplier relations. This position requires strong negotiation skills, extensive experience in strategic buying, and a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields. The ideal candidate will execute purchasing strategies, lead vendor selections, and achieve cost reduction targets while ensuring compliance with service agreements. Benefits include medical, dental, and a 401K plan.